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The most convenient way to arrive in today's Shanghai from Beijing is by high-speed train G1. Four hours and forty-eight minutes of incredible comfort in a chair that easily turns into a bed, with flying views outside the window and futuristic food (tickets can be purchased at english.ctrip.com/trains/beijingnan-to-shanghaihongqiao/g1/). A city of cultural melting pot, the center of which was laid out by visionary European traders 160 years ago, is today a magnet for people who want to experience tomorrow today. The population is not inferior to Beijing, and the air is much fresher: the proximity of the sea has an effect. Shanghai has more than 6,000 high-rise buildings, continuing to grow by the day, and as a result, a constant chorus of jackhammers. This city seems to be aiming to set all the benchmarks for the modern world. In any case, it is interesting and fun to the point of dizziness.

Bund (Bund)

The 1100-meter embankment is the backbone of Shanghai. Since the beginning of the twentieth century, it has been one of the most prosperous ports in Asia. The buildings overlooking the bay date from 1900–1930. A mixture of styles, stucco facades, designer boutiques, restaurants and bars. During your walk, be sure to try to walk through the revolving door of the former HSBC China office (now Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, 12 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu) and appreciate the original ceiling and wall paintings. In 1925, upon completion of construction, the British declared this building the most exquisite in the Eastern Hemisphere. The Pudong business district, the ultra-modern face of Shanghai, appears on the other side in all its neon glory. He challenges the old-fashioned, arrogant Bund. An underwater tunnel leads to Pudong from the embankment, through which glass trolleys will slowly transport you under special lighting effects. All this resembles a journey to the center of the Earth, at the core of which, as they say, lies the underworld. In general, if you want to understand what kind of China the Chinese dream of, visit Pudong. It is a sanctuary for international financial institutions and a symbol of China's march toward reform, where vanity has taken the form of glass and concrete.

Xintiandi District

This area is also called the “French Quarter” - due to the fact that it was in this part of the city that the French concession was previously located, and since 1917, Russians who fled from the revolution began to flock here. By the 20–30s, the Russian population made up a third of the total number of foreigners in Shanghai. This place is considered the most beautiful, romantic and unusual corner of Shanghai - it will be especially appreciated by lovers of hiking. Doors, paving stones, brick walls, balconies - all this creates an atmosphere of the 1920s in the Xintiandi area. The main street, where all the most bourgeois restaurants, teahouses and bars in the area are located, is called Yandang Liu. Next to it is the house where the “father of the nation” Sun Yat-sen lived, where, ironically, the Chinese Communist Party was founded. Maoming Nan Liu Street is famous for its abundance of clubs and bars, many of which are open until the early morning. The main shopping street of the Xintiandi district is considered to be Huaihai Zong Liu, and at the intersection of this street and Shaanhi Nan Liu there is the main market of Shanghai - Sanyang, which sells almost everything: clothes, shoes, souvenirs and equipment.

Open Antique Market on Dongtai Lu Street

Many of the “antiques” are modern fakes. However, no one really hides this. Posters from the 1930s with glamorous smiling ladies or figurines of Chairman Mao playing table tennis... Here you can buy everything from trinkets to various pieces of furniture, including former props from old Shanghai theaters. How can you miss the chance to bring something truly rare and authentic from China? Laoximen Station, from 9:00 to 18:00, daily

Motorcycle tour around the city with Insiders

One of the best ways to see Shanghai is from the sidecar of a motorcycle. The rumbling of the Chang Jiang 750, the Chinese version of the Soviet Ural motorcycle, does not at all interfere with communication with the driver. Moreover, all driver-guides are, as a rule, Europeans who have lived in Shanghai for a long time and love old motorcycles. They will be happy to show you the tidbits of the city that are not written about in guidebooks. These people are the best guides for themed trips such as Shanghai Art Deco, Antiques Shops or a Colonial Quarters Tour. shanghaiinsiders.com; [email protected]

Din Tai Fung Restaurant

There are plenty of places in Shanghai where you can try dim sum, but it is believed that the most delicious ones are made at the small Taiwanese dumpling chain Din Tai Fung. The place where the establishment is located is not particularly remarkable - it is one of the many shopping malls. But usually there’s nowhere for an apple to fall: everyone comes here for dim sum and wonton soups - from Hollywood stars to ordinary Chinese. The dough is the most delicate, there are several dozen filling options, but the classic version of dim sum is with a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth minced pork filling. Xintiandi South Block, Building 6, Floor 2, Shop 11a

Hai Di Lao Hot Pot Restaurant

Restaurants of the Hai Di Lao chain are extremely popular throughout the country - primarily among the Chinese themselves. Hot Pot is originally a derivative of Sichuan cuisine. There are three of them in Shanghai, and at each one you will most likely have to wait in line. But it's worth it. Hai Di Lao offers to brighten up your wait for a table with a manicure, back massage or shoe shine. And then you are seated at a large round table, on which they immediately place a cauldron of boiling broth (you can take a spicy one, generously seasoned with chili pepper, or, for example, mushroom), where you will need to lower raw beef, lamb, pork, shrimp, cut into thin slices, with chopsticks , spinach, tofu and other ingredients. The meat is cooked in minutes - you get a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Flair Lounge Bar

The new rooftop bar at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong (58th floor) is where a vibrant, cosmopolitan crowd likes to go for an aperitif - take a selfie against the backdrop of Shanghai skyscrapers from a bird's eye view, snack on tapas and ceviche and drink prosecco or a signature petal cocktail roses In good weather, you can sit on the outdoor terrace - unless, of course, you are afraid of heights. ritzcarlton.com

Jing an Shangri-La Hotel

Calypso Restaurant & Lounge

The two-story wooden pavilion, which houses one of the most fashionable establishments in Shanghai right now, was designed by the Japanese architect Shigeru Ban (a winner of the Pritzker Prize - in architecture this is the equivalent of a Nobel Prize - and the author, among many other sensational projects around the world, of one of the pavilions of the Garage center in Moscow). The restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, primarily Italian. With the light hand of an Italian chef named Bruno Ferrari, cooking here turns into a performance. The pizza is especially good, baked in a real Neapolitan wood-fired oven. The restaurant is adjacent to the new luxury hotel Jing An Shangri-La, located in a 60-story skyscraper in the heart of Jing An. Literally on the doorstep are the most expensive boutiques, endless malls and sparkling business centers, as well as the most interesting house-museum, The Mao House, where Mao Zedong once lived. The Jing An Shangri-La Hotel itself is also worth a look. The gigantic rooms with panoramic windows and breathtaking views alone are worth it! The local steakhouse The 1515 West, Chophouse & Bar serves excellent Australian beef, the Raw Bar always has fresh oysters and seafood, and the hotel Chi Spa with a 25-meter pool has already become famous for its holistic treatments. shangri-la.com, calypsoshanghai.com

Here is a complete guide to Shanghai for 2019, in which you will find descriptions of more than 20 attractions in Shanghai. You will also find out how to get from Shanghai airport to the city, whether you need a visa upon arrival in Shanghai, which hotel to stay in, what the weather is like throughout the year, what transport to use when visiting the sights of Shanghai and whether there is a beach holiday here. It should be clarified that I was not able to visit all of the places described in person; however, I tried to tell as much detail as possible about all the interesting places in the city and how to get to them. The essential guide covering all of China.

The interactive map shows all the sights of Shanghai from the review. Please note that the description of each marker contains information about prices, schedules and tips on how to get to the place.

Sights of Shanghai on the map

Sights of Shanghai

Starting our review of Shanghai attractions, let's first talk about those located in the Pudong area. You can get around these attractions very quickly if you wish. If you're only in Shanghai for a few hours or a day, this is probably the best place to start exploring the city.

List of Shanghai attractions:

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Speaking about the sights of Shanghai, it is worth starting with one of its symbols - the Oriental Pearl television tower. At almost 500 meters high, it is the fifth tallest television tower in the world. A special feature of the “Oriental Pearl” is its rotating restaurant, located in a spherical room in the tower. Even if you don’t plan to visit the TV tower, don’t miss the moment when the lights turn on in the evening and the building begins to play with colorful lights. This sight leaves few people indifferent.

Opening hours and cost: daily from 8.00 to 21.30. Ticket prices range from 130 yuan to 220, depending on the choice of observation deck.

Shanghai Tower

This is the only skyscraper in Shanghai that I had a chance to visit in person. I highly recommend going up and looking at the beautiful city with your own eyes from a height of 546 meters. By the way, a super high-speed elevator will take you to the observation deck in just 10 seconds. The main thing is to take your passport with you; without it, the ticket will not be sold.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Opening hours and cost: daily from 8.00 to 22.30 (ticket offices open until 22.00). Ticket prices are 180 yuan per adult, 120 for students (not older than 23 years), 90 for children and for pensioners (pensioners over 60 years old). A passport is required.

Shanghai World Financial Center

One of the most famous skyscrapers in the world, the Shanghai World Financial Center, is located in the Pudong district. This majestic structure can be admired both from the ground and by climbing to one of the observation platforms located directly in the center building. In the evening, the building is illuminated and photography lovers will have plenty to do.

How to get there: Lujiazui metro station (Line 2).

Opening hours and cost: open from 8.30 to 22:00. Ticket prices range from 100 to 150 yuan, depending on the chosen observation deck.

Shanghai Ocean Aquarium

The largest aquarium in Asia, Shanghai's attracts thousands of visitors every year. Here you will find more than 10,000 representatives of marine nature from various climatic zones of our planet.

Opening hours and cost: the aquarium is open from 9.00 to 18.00 (the ticket office closes at 17.30). Ticket for an adult is 160 yuan, for children 110, for pensioners 90.

Shanghai Municipal History Museum

Perhaps the most interesting and educational museum in Shanghai. The museum workers tried to recreate historical scenes of bygone times and they succeeded very well.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (line 2).

Schedule and prices: daily from 9.00 to 17.30, 35 yuan.

Jin Mao Tower

Another place for connoisseurs of panoramic views. Along with the Shanghai World Financial Center, the Jinmao skyscraper is one of the symbols of Shanghai and one of the main attractions. Climb to the observation deck located on the 88th floor and enjoy stunning views of evening Shanghai.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Opening hours and cost: every day from 8.30 to 22.00. Ticket for adults is 120 yuan, for children 60 yuan.

Lujiazui Pedestrian Bridge (Lu Jia Zui)

A masterpiece of architectural thought, the Lujiazui Bridge has been decorating Shanghai for just six years. While walking around Pudong, do not hesitate to visit and photograph it.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Undoubtedly one of the most famous attractions in Shanghai. The embankment is on the other side of the river from the Pudong area. Here you will not only find numerous tourists, but also fully enjoy the beautiful ancient architecture of Shanghai. The city authorities try not to distort the area with modern buildings, which allows even today to find pieces of old Shanghai in this historical place. It is worth visiting this place both during the day and at night, when the Bund of the Bund is illuminated with many lights.

How to get there: East Nanjing Rd (Line 2/Line 10 intersection)

Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum

During the difficult times of World War II, many Jews were forced to immigrate in all directions. Shanghai became a haven for many thousands of refugees. The exhibitions of the Museum of Jewish Refugees in Shanghai will tell us about those difficult times.

How to get there: Tilanqiao (Line 12).

Schedule and prices: daily from 9.00 to 17.00, 50 yuan.

Shanghai Postal Museum

Another interesting museum that tells how the people of China communicated with each other before the advent of trains, planes and the Internet.

How to get there: Tiantong Road (intersection of lines 10 and 12).

Schedule and prices: open on weekends, as well as on Wednesday and Thursday. The entrance is free.

Shanghai attractions. Yu Garden

Almost 500 years ago, the beautiful Yu Yuan Garden was created, which still delights the eyes of guests and residents of Shanghai. Divided into seven themed areas, the garden is a great place to stroll. Don't miss the opportunity to see and enjoy this wonderful spectacle with your own eyes when you are in Shanghai.

How to get there: Yuyuan Garden (Line 10).

Opening hours and cost: from 8.30 to 17.00, 40 yuan.

Shanghai old town

Gardens, markets, elements of the architecture of old Shanghai, all this can be found here. Spending some time exploring the streets of the old town will be a pleasant experience. Shanghai Old Town is located near Yu Yuan Garden, in the area of ​​Zhonghua Road and Renmin Road.

Find: Yuyuan Garden (Line 10)

Temple of Confucius (Shang Hai Wen Miao)

If you love and revere Confucius or are simply interested in beautiful temples, don't miss the Confucius Temple in Shanghai. The temple servants are ready to demonstrate the traditional tea ceremony to everyone.

How to get there: Laoximen (intersection of lines 10 and 8).

Schedule and prices: from 9.00 to 16.30, 10 yuan.

Nanjing Road

Paradise for shopaholics. Hundreds of boutiques, large and small. Here you will find the most fashionable and expensive things, you can dine in one of hundreds of cafes and restaurants, and just feel like a resident of a huge metropolis. In the evening it is no less interesting. Street musicians and neon house lights change this place beyond recognition.

Find: People's Square (intersection of metro lines 1, 2, 8)

People's Square

On the site of the former hippodrome, the city authorities decided to create a public square, which is also not deprived of the attention of tourists. The area is especially good in spring and autumn, when you can walk in the parks located here and enjoy the calming nature.

Find: People's Square (intersection of lines 1, 2, 8)

French Quarter (French Concession)

If you love French culture, the French Quarter should be right up your alley. Even today, buildings that received numerous immigrants in the first half of the 20th century can be found here.

Find: South Shaanxi Road (Subway Line 10).

Jade Buddha Temple

Founded in the 19th century, the Jade Buddha Temple may seem interesting to many. Buddha sculptures brought from Burma at one time, as well as several internal halls, will help you learn a little more about the history of Asia.

Find: Changshou Road (intersection of lines 7, 13)

Schedule and prices: every day from 8.00 to 20.00, ticket price 20 yuan.

Shanghai attractions. Long Hua Pagoda

Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get into the pagoda itself; for fear of collapse, entry into it is strictly prohibited. However, it is not forbidden to admire the beautiful structure from the outside when visiting the temple complex.

How to get there: Longhua (intersection of lines 11 and 12).

Schedule and prices: from 7.00 to 16.30, 10 yuan.

Shanghai Zoo

This zoo is not a zoo in the usual sense. Instead of simply putting animals in cages and displaying them to the public, special pavilions were created with favorable living conditions for the animals. At the Shanghai Zoo you can see the symbol and pride of China - the panda.

Find: Shanghai Zoo (Line 10).

Schedule and prices: during the winter months the zoo is open from 8.30 to 16.30, from March to November from 8.00 to 17.00. Adult ticket 130 yuan, children 65. Children under six years old are free.

Visa to Shanghai for Russians

As such, there is, of course, no visa to Shanghai, but there are different options to see Shanghai. If you are planning a trip to China, it makes sense to take care of obtaining a tourist visa to China. A detailed article with up-to-date information on how to obtain a visa to China is published separately.

If you are flying through Shanghai in transit, you can use the 144 hour air transit rule in Shanghai. In this case, you can stay in Shanghai for no more than 144 hours, after which you must leave the country. In the case of air transit, you can only leave the country by plane; land or sea modes of transport are excluded.

To Shanghai from the airport

There is already a blog about Shanghai airport, in which I described in detail all the nuances of arriving at the airport and how to get from the airport to the city. Routes from both Shanghai International Airports are shown.

Transport in Shanghai (subway, buses, ferries, taxis)

In a huge metropolis like Shanghai, there must be plenty of ways to get around the city. Let's look at the main types of transport in Shanghai.

The most budget-friendly and often the most convenient way to see all the sights of Shanghai. The approximate cost of travel on the Shanghai metro is from three to ten yuan, depending on the route. The operating hours of each individual metro line vary, but on average, the Shanghai Metro's operating hours are from 05.30 to 23.00. At the moment, there are 14 different lines in Shanghai, below you can see the Shanghai metro map, and by clicking on the link you will be taken to the official website of the Shanghai metro.

"Shanghai Metro Map"

Buses

The city has a huge bus network. The vast majority of Shanghai's attractions can be reached by metro and then on foot. But there are places to which you have to go by bus. Typically, bus fare is two yuan. If it is a long-distance bus, the fare can reach up to five yuan.

Ferries

In the tourist and busy areas of the city, you can find ferry crossings. Swimming from coast to coast will usually cost 1-2 yuan. Ferries run frequently, every 10-15 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi prices in Shanghai start from 12 yuan per ride. Then 2 yuan for each kilometer traveled. At night, rates increase by 30%.

Shanghai Hotels

I decided to include a review of Shanghai hotels in a separate article. The choice of hotels in Shanghai is huge. There are budget hostels for 40-50 yuan per bed in a dormitory room, there are luxury 5-star hotels, and there is something in between. In this review article about hotels in Shanghai you will find specific examples for different price categories of hotels.

Weather in Shanghai

Beach holidays Shanghai

I tried in vain to find at least some positive information about what a seaside holiday in Shanghai is like. People who live in Shanghai for a long time unanimously claim that there is no quality beach holiday in Shanghai. There are a huge number of Chinese on the beaches, it is dirty, and the water quality in the coastal area leaves much to be desired. If you are interested in a beach holiday in China, you may find the guide to Hainan Island useful, which was compiled based on my personal experience on the resort island.

How many people are there in Shanghai?

If you are wondering how many people there are in Shanghai, it is not possible to get an exact answer. In addition to officially registered residents, Shanghai is home to many visitors and illegal immigrants. According to official data, about 25 million people live in Shanghai and its surrounding areas.

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This holy place is the oldest among the temples in Shanghai. According to legends, the Longhua Pagoda appeared in 242. Despite the fact that wood and stone were used as building materials, the architects of that time managed to build a 40-meter building. It has been preserved, but in a mothballed form: due to the dilapidation of the building, it is dangerous to go inside. But a new temple was erected nearby in the 19th century. You can admire both wonderfully beautiful buildings on Longhua Street.

It’s so unusual to find a piece of Europe in the middle of a Chinese metropolis. They say this is the most romantic place in Shanghai. The French Quarter is located at the intersection of Jiulu and Huaihai streets. Where did this European “oasis” come from? It’s simple: emigrants lived here a century ago; by the way, a third of the then quarter was Russian. The Chinese have preserved the architecture; after restoration, the buildings look magnificent. An abundance of ancient bricks, narrow streets paved with paving stones, an ancient cathedral, many cozy cafes with summer terraces, hundred-year-old trees that save you during the sun - all this makes the attraction attractive to tourists. Join us, because Chinese Europe is so unusual and exciting. How to find the French Quarter? Get off at Huangpi metro station.

Imagine, in Shanghai, in the heart of the French Quarter, a monument to Pushkin “settled”, but not because the poet lived here, but as a tribute to the Russian emigrants driven from their native land by the October Revolution. Shanghai once had a large Russian society; in honor of the 100th anniversary of the poet’s death, our fellow countrymen asked the local authorities for just such a gift - a monument to Pushkin. True, it was destroyed more than once, but the statue was always restored, and it is still alive to this day, so come and admire it.

One of the symbols of Shanghai, proof of the country's lightning-fast development. The height of the tower is almost 500 meters, which allows us to rank the Pearl of the East among the tallest buildings in the vastness of Asia. In appearance, the tower consists of 15 spheres of different sizes, connected at different distances from each other. These spheres look like pearls - hence the name of the attraction. In the evening, the tower is transformed, glowing and flashing with colored lights. It is said to be the most mesmerizing light spectacle in Shanghai. The inside is no less interesting, especially on the observation decks, which offer a charming view of the city and make for great photos. What else is there on the tower grounds? Museum, restaurants, souvenir shops and shops, galleries and halls, ready to accommodate almost 2 thousand people at a time. Don’t worry, you won’t have to walk 500 meters into the sky; there are 6 elevators here, and they are so spacious that some of them are capable of transporting 50 visitors at once. The ascent time to the top is only 40 seconds. The attraction is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The pleasure costs 150 yuan or 24 dollars. You can get to the Pearl of the East by metro (Lujiazui station) and by bus (No. 81 and 961).

Are you interested in the history, “biography” of China? Then you should go to the Shanghai Museum, where more than 8 thousand interesting exhibits have gathered under one roof, lifting the curtain on the country’s past. The exhibition is divided into 3 halls and 11 galleries. Here you can find anything - from coins to furniture, because history has many faces. It is not only the interior contents of the museum that is interesting, but also the architectural style - the base of the four-story building is square - by Taoist standards symbolizing the earth, and the dome is round, imitating the heavens. The Shanghai Museum lives on People's Square and is available for inspection, free of charge, from 9 am to 5 pm.

Museum of Science and Technology

This attraction is considered the brightest and grandest among its kind. Technological design, spectacular presentation, three-dimensional screens, robots and the secrets of inventions seem to transport visitors to the future. Opening hours (except Mondays) are: 09.00-17.15. However, please note that the ticket office closes at 16.30. Admission is 60 yuan or less than 10 dollars. Other details at www.sstm.org.cn.

The maritime exposition opened in 2010. Construction and collection of exhibits took many years, because the museum was conceived as a symbol of Shanghai gaining the honorary title of a shipping center. The doors of the Maritime Museum open at 9.30, you can enter until 16.00. On Monday the staff rests. The inspection costs 40 yuan or about 6 dollars. Look for a landmark on Shengang Road.

A branch of the House of Sculptures has been successfully operating in Shanghai since 2006. Here you can get acquainted with wax copies of many stars, and also take wonderful pictures hugging celebrities. It’s convenient to get to the attraction by metro; get off at People’s Square station. Next you will see a scarlet sign “Madame Tussauds Museum”, enter the building and go up to the 10th floor.

The 400-year-old park, also named “Mandarin Garden,” has become famous throughout the world for its beauty and medieval Chinese style. Centuries-old mighty trees, picturesque ponds, colorful fish and turtles, an abundance of bridges, cozy gazebos, ancient architecture - how can all these beauties leave at least one tourist indifferent?! Yu Yuan Garden is like a history museum, only natural, come see the Chinese flora from 8.30 am to 5 pm. Prepare 40 yuan ($6) for entry. You can get to the park by taking bus number 11, 55, 906 or 926.

Century Park

No less picturesque, but born recently - at the turn of the century, the park, in fact, which received this name thanks to its opening in 2000, occupies a huge area in the Pudong district. There are gardens, forests, lakes, canals, gazebos, cafes, sports grounds, and sometimes competitions and festivals, the most beautiful of which is the international competition for creating sculptures from flowers. You can ride boats, cars, carousels and, of course, take breathtaking pictures. Entrance to the Century Park is symbolic - 10 yuan (1.5 dollars), but there is a lot of pleasure. You can arrive early - at 7 am; the gates close at exactly 6 pm. A more detailed description is available here: www.centurypark.com.cn.

Shanghai Zoo

On the territory of the zoo, about 6,000 “residents” peacefully coexist, of which about 10% are rare. The Shanghai Zoo is humane, so the inhabitants are provided with living conditions close to natural, the number of cells involved is minimal. On the territory you can meet pandas, kangaroos, giraffes, penguins, monkeys and many equally interesting animals. The zoo is not like its own kind, it is very green, there are many trees, flowers - in total there are more than 600 species of “representatives” of the flora. Entrance is symbolic - 30 yuan, which does not reach 5 dollars. The gates of the menagerie open at 8 am, you are allowed to admire the animals until 5 pm.

Oceanarium

The Shanghai Aquarium is one of the most worthy of its kind on the planet. The live “exposition” is divided into 8 thematic zones, and the 9th hall is dedicated to the culture of different nations.
Most of the inhabitants of the aquarium, including rare species, are “representatives” of Chinese reservoirs. The aquarium is located in the already familiar Pudong area. The ticket costs 160 yuan ($25), for children the price is 20% lower. You can get to the fish by bus No. 81, 85, 82 and 774.

Shanghai is a big box of attractions that you have a chance to open.

Shanghai is the financial center of China, with developed industry and culture. A large city (enclave) of central subordination, as well as a port, with the largest cargo turnover in the world. The multinationality of the residents helps to increase the role of the metropolis in the development of relations with Western countries. In one of the districts of Shanghai, Pudong, the architectural designs of streets and high-rise buildings are reminiscent of modern neighborhoods in American and European cities. However, Shanghai, with clearly defined development zones, can still delight tourists with both historical attractions and modern unique achievements in construction. Next, let's look at the main Shanghai attractions.

1. TV tower “Pearl of the East”

The Shanghai Oriental Pearl TV Tower, whose height is 468 m, was built in 1994. The tallest building in Asia is based on reinforced concrete cylinders with a diameter of 9 m, as well as several spheres. This is the main attraction of Pudong, built in the Lujiazui Special Zone. The government provided significant tax incentives to businesses located there, turning this area of ​​Shanghai into a financial center. Therefore, it is not surprising that it was here that the TV tower and skyscrapers were built, embodying the modern image of China. The TV Tower not only carries out television broadcasts and radio broadcasts, first of all, it is a famous Shanghai landmark, which not only residents of the PRC, but also tourists from many countries around the world dream of visiting.

2. French Quarter in Shanghai

The French Quarter is one of the most popular tourist spots in Shanghai. This small area is located between Jiulu and Huaihai streets. The architectural techniques and solutions in its buildings, unusual for the East, are due to the fact that from the mid-nineteenth century to 1946 there was a French concession - a territory under French control. It was here that Russian emigrants flocked after the October Revolution, and by the 1930s they made up a third of all foreigners living in the city. On Gaolan Street there is still the building of the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, built in 1934. A little further away you can see the residence of the first head of the Chinese government - Sun Yat-sen. Of interest to tourists may be the building in which the Chinese Communist Party was founded. This happened in 1921 at an illegal meeting with the participation of Mao Zedong.

3. Bund of the Bund

This 1.5-kilometer stretch of Sun Yat-sen Road, in the eastern part of Huangpu, has several names, meaning “pier” or “shore” in different languages. In addition to the main one, it is called the Shanghai Embankment, as well as the Bund or Band. This is the most popular place where episodes for films are often filmed; most tourist routes lead here. Indeed, many of Shanghai's historical landmarks are located here, because of which the authorities have limited the construction of high-rise buildings. The Bund of the Bund is a real museum of world architecture; in addition, the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Shanghai is located here.

4. Jin Mao Tower

“Golden Prosperity” is how the official name of the tower is translated into Russian. The structure is one of the tallest Asian skyscrapers, which already makes the tower a must-visit place in Shanghai. Not far from it is Lujiazui metro station. Celebrations in honor of the opening of the Jin Mao Tower took place on August 28, 1998. And this is no coincidence, because the proportions and construction calculations were based on the number 8, which is traditionally associated with well-being in China. The building has 88 full floors and another 5 floors of belvedere. The central frame of the skyscraper is also octagonal, surrounded by eight composite columns and eight steel ones. The structure of the skyscraper is very reliable. The building will withstand gusts of hurricane winds, the speed of which can reach up to 200 km/h. When constructing the external walls, granite, stainless steel, and aluminum were used; they are covered with special pipe gratings. Jin Mao Tower houses a comfortable hotel, many restaurants and office space.

5. Yu Yuan Garden

One of the main and most visited attractions in Shanghai is considered to be the Yu Yuan Garden (Garden of Joy), founded in the 16th century. This is not just a garden, but rather a park, or even a unique landscape complex, which includes ponds with unusual bridges and goldfish living in them, decorative stone compositions, and a number of historical buildings. Throughout its history, the garden has been destroyed more than once. It was completely recreated only in 1956. Tourists are attracted here by the most beautiful artificial hills, rare species of trees, and buildings built in a distinct oriental style.

6. Shanghai Museum

History buffs will be interested in visiting the Shanghai Museum of Ancient Chinese Art, founded in 1952. It is located on People's Square. The museum houses collections of calligraphic writing, ancient ceramics and bronze items. Of great interest to visitors are jade figurines, ancient coins, household items - traditional furniture made from rare woods that have survived to this day, and paintings. The museum houses objects that are especially significant for the whole country. Among them is a “transparent” bronze mirror, one of only three existing in the world, made by Chinese craftsmen during the Han Dynasty. The architectural design of the building itself is quite unusual. On a square base there is a spherical dome, symbols of earth and sky in accordance with Taoist traditions.

7. Car Museum

The Automobile Museum is a very interesting attraction of the city of Shanghai, created in early 2007 by German and Chinese car manufacturers who united for this purpose. The museum building with an open terrace at the top features exhibitions covering various periods of history - from the invention of the wheel by man, to modern cars and the development of models of the future. On the second floor there is an exhibition of European and American retro cars. The museum's area is 1.17 hectares, so it is not surprising that you can use a special shuttle to move around the five huge pavilions. The exhibitions are complemented by interactive displays and videos.

8. Amusement park “Valley of Happiness”

In the southwest of Shanghai is Happy Valley Park, with numerous attractions, water slides and comic pavilions. The technologies used in its construction ensure complete safety for vacationers. This amusement park is considered the best holiday destination in Shanghai not only for the whole family, but also for young people and the elderly. Interesting events are offered for each category of visitors. On the territory of the complex there are cafes, cocktail bars and various souvenir shops. The park has about 40 attractions, the impression of which will last a long time. The most popular is the Wooden Coaster roller coaster, which is more than 1 km long. Thrill-seekers will love the Diving Coaster, which has an inclination angle of 90°, and allows visitors to ride it to find themselves in the water, but still remain dry. Near the “Mountain River” attraction there are also always a lot of people cheerfully watching the adventures of sailing in a round boat along a seething artificial river.

9. Jade Buddha Temple

This unique temple in Shanghai is an active Buddhist monastery. The jade statues of Shakyamuni Buddha located in it were brought at the end of the 19th century by sea from Burma. The figures of the Seated Buddha (about 2 m high, weighing 3 tons) and the reclining Buddha were placed in a temple specially built for them. In the last century, the statues were moved to a new building, in which, since 1985, meditation and lectures on religion were resumed, and monastic life was completely revived. This historic Shanghai landmark is open to the public. During the inspection, you can relax in one of the small restaurants, or light and place a stick of incense in the incense burner.

10. Longhua Pagoda

Longhua Pagoda is the oldest historical building in China; it was built almost two millennia ago. The height of the building is about forty meters, but the pagoda can only be seen and examined from a distance; it has not been possible to enter it for several decades. This is due to the fact that the building, due to its antiquity, is constantly undergoing full-scale restoration and reconstruction. Longhua Pagoda is slightly tilted, similar to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. You can approach it completely free of charge, and entrance to the Longhua Temple complex, of which it is part, costs only 10 yuan.

The sights of Shanghai can be described for a very long time. It is the largest city in China and is not limited to the places listed above. Visit Shanghai and see for yourself!

Shanghai is called the “Paris of the East”. This is the largest and most developed Chinese metropolis, which has merged several large cities into a single structure.

Western and Eastern traditions are amazingly mixed here, and over the past two millennia many interesting sights have accumulated.

To see all the splendor of Shanghai, you need to live in this city. Therefore, we focus on the most interesting places in Shanghai and take into account the interests of those who come for a sightseeing tour for several hours or days.

Main attractions of Shanghai

Shanghai is divided into one county and 18 districts, some of which were separate cities before the merger.

It is quite problematic to single out the center of the metropolis, since the business heart of the city beats in three districts at once, and the administrative heart in Huangpu.
It is there, by the way, that the famous Nanjing Street is located, which is definitely worth a visit.

What to visit in Shanghai - the usual Chinese set:

• Buddhist temples;
• skyscrapers;
• markets;
• museums;
• gardens;
• streets and neighborhoods.

To effectively navigate interesting places, it is worth exploring the local transport system. Its structure is as follows:

• Magnetoplane (high-speed train, accelerates to 430 km/h) - 40-50 yuan;
• metro (12 branched lines) - 3-10 yuan;
• buses (excursion and regular) - 1-2 yuan;
• ferries - 0.5-2 yuan;
• high-speed trams;
• taxi (this includes motorcycle and pedicabs, motorcycle taxis) - the price depends on the route;
• sightseeing tunnel (leads to the Pearl TV Tower) - 40 yuan.

The Shanghai metro operates from 5:00 to 23:00.

If you come for several days, it is better to purchase SPTC - a universal transport card. It works on almost all types of urban transport. The savings will be significant.

Top 5 best places in Shanghai

The places worth visiting depend on the picture you have in your mind.

Are you interested in a business developing metropolis or ancient quarters and ancient temples?

We tried to adjust the lists below so that the traveler sees two sides of the Shanghai coin.

1. Bund of the Bund. This place is better known as Bunda.
   The Bund is adjacent to the Huangpu River and has been considered the symbol of the city for centuries.
   Some people call the Bund the "fair of architecture" - there are 52 buildings in which architectural styles from all over the planet are mixed.
   The easiest way to get here is by magnetic plane.
   The cost of boating along the river to the confluence with the Yangtze is 50-100 dollars. Prepare another 120 bucks if you want to get into the light tunnel.
2. Pearl of the East. It is considered an outstanding monument of Chinese modernity.
   15 spheres imitating pearls are frozen on various tiers of the structure, the total height of which is 468 meters. It is better to move around this top by elevators.
   To get to the observation deck, prepare 120 yuan; for visiting the spheres you will have to pay 160-220 yuan.
3. Yu Gardens. This is the last example of ancient Chinese gardening art preserved in Shanghai.
   Everything here suggests the idea of ​​time standing still:
   • pavilions,
   • ancient trees,
   • greenish surface of the pond.

   The splendor of the Gardens of Joy extends over several hectares.

   This place is located in Old Shanghai, which can be reached by taking the 10 metro line.

   Ticket price is 30-40 yuan.

4. Shanghai Aquarium. You can come here with your children if they are traveling with you.
   The aquarium is located not far from the TV tower, so getting there will be convenient.
   A child ticket costs 110 yuan, an adult ticket costs 160.
   You will see an entire aquarium complex, divided into themed rooms. The effect is enhanced by temperature, light and sound.
5. Jinmao skyscraper. This is the tallest Chinese building and the fourth tallest in the world. The top of the skyscraper, rising above the business center of Shanghai, is buried in the clouds.
   To get here, go to the Pudong quarter along the already familiar tenth line.
   For a ticket to the observation deck you will have to pay 60-90 yuan.