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Shanghai
Shanghai, Hu for short, is situated on the estuary of Yangtze River of China. It is the largest industrial city in China. Covering an area of 5,800 square kilometers (2,239 square miles), Shanghai has a population of 18.7 million, including 2 million floating population.
Originally, Shanghai was a seaside fishing village and in time its gradual development led to it being granted County status on August 19th, 1291 during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). Hence this day became the anniversary of the founding of Shanghai. Today's Shanghai is a multi-cultural metropolis with both modern and traditional Chinese features. Bubbling Shanghai shows off every aspect of her unique glamour. Serving as the largest base of Chinese industrial technology, the important seaport and China's largest commercial and financial center, Shanghai draws the attention of the whole world.
Modern Shanghai has three key areas of interest to the visitor. These comprise Sightseeing, Business and Shopping centered upon People's Square and along the Huangpu River. The city's Cultural Center with its public activities and community facilities and finally the main Entertainment and Holiday Tourism area is located at Mt. Sheshan, Chongming Island, Dingshan Lake and Shenshuigang Area.
Known as "the Oriental Paris", Shanghai is a shopper's paradise. One of the musts for tourists is Nanjing Road. Huaihai Road 
intrigues those with modern and fashionable tastes, while Sichuan North Road meets the demands of ordinary folk. In addition, Xujiahui Shopping Center, Yuyuan Shopping City, Jiali Sleepless City are thriving and popular destinations for those who are seeking to buy something special as a memento of their visit.
A wide variety of cuisines can be found in the City and today Shanghai offers a plethora of culinary delights focusing on the traditions of Beijing, Yangzhou, Sichuan, Guangzhou as well as its own local dishes. Shanghai's restaurants are among the finest to be found in China and they welcome diners from anywhere at any time.
Shanghai continues to grow and prosper meeting the aspirations of the 21st century while retaining its proud traditions of service and hospitality. The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Mansion and Pudong International Airport are the modern symbols of an international metropolis while the Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Grand Theatre and Shanghai City Planning Exhibition Center are evidence of the extensive and deep passion of a great city that extends a warm welcome to friends from all over the world.
Shanghai Attractions
2010 Shanghai World Expo
The 2010 Shanghai World Expo OverviewName: China 2010 Shanghai World Expo, referred to as: the 2010 Shanghai World Expo English full name: The World Exposition Shanghai China 2010short: Expo 2010 Shanghai ChinaHold time: May 1, 2010 - 10 31 (184 days)Theme: City, Better Life (Better City, Better Lif...
Mascot of 2010 Shanghai World Expo
2010 Shanghai World Expo mascot named "Sea Treasure". It is a blue chevron shape. The main image with Chinese characters of "person" as a core creative, not only reflects the characteristics of Chinese culture, but also echo the emblem design of Shanghai World Expo. The first to use the text as a ma...
Tickets of Shanghai World Expo
Categoris of the ticketTickets for Shanghai World Expo voted for individuals and teams a total of nine kinds in two categories. Individual tickets are divided into the designated day tickets and daily tickets. Designated day tickets are divided into designated day ordinary tickets and designated day...
The Bund
The Bund, also called the Zhongshan Road, is a famous waterfront and regarded as the symbol of Shanghai for hundreds of years.
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Towering high up in the Pudong New Area, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower has been the landmark of Shanghai. The tower is 468 meters high, it is the highest in Asia and the third highest in the world.
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