Shanghai is one of the megalopolises of China, which is rapidly developing from year to year, while the city authorities and residents themselves adhere to ancient traditions in almost everything. Therefore, tourists who like ancient sights, as well as people interested in modern architectural structures, will be equally interested in visiting this extraordinary city.
What to see and where to go in Shanghai
Shanghai is an interesting and multifaceted city, where everything is amazing. It combines antiquity and modernity, its own culture and centuries-old traditions.
The metropolis has a huge number of places that fascinate with their beauty and uniqueness, which makes your vacation in Shanghai simply unforgettable.
Top 10 attractions
Among the large number of attractions, the top 10 places should be noted, the description of which attracts tourists from all over the world.
TV Tower "Pearl of the East"
The height of the Chinese tower - 468 m and it is considered the tallest of all that were built in Asia. The Oriental Pearl of Shanghai was discovered in 1994 year... Its name is due to the fact that pearl spheres of different sizes are located along its entire length. Also, the Shanghai Tower is equipped with 2 observation decks at a height 263 and 360 m with glass floor.
For the convenience of visitors wishing to admire the panoramic view, 6 elevators are provided. Their capacity is 30-50 people, and from the first floor to the last one can be reached in 40 seconds.
French Quarter
One of the interesting treasures of Shanghai is the French Quarter, which is located directly around Huaihai Zhonglu Street and the Jinjiang Hotel. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that modern buildings, and these are shops and private houses at the beginning of the 20th century, were the main buildings of the French concession.
Note! The French Quarter is considered a great place for hiking, where you can observe the beautiful facades of the houses and the century-old plane trees that grow on its territory.
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Bund the Bund
The length of the Bund is 1.5 thousand km... It passes along the banks of the Huangpu River. The uniqueness of this embankment lies in the fact that it houses 52 buildings with a variety of architectural exclusivity. All structures were built in different eras and were erected each in its own style.
Jin mao tower
One of the interesting sights of Shanghai is the Jin Mao skyscraper, which was opened in 1998 year... Its construction lasted 4 years, and famous American architects were engaged in it. The tower was erected in a classical architectural style, but elements of the Gothic were added to it. It should also be said that the height of the structure together with the spire is 421 m, and the total number of floors is 88, while 30 of them are located a hotel with a high status. Additionally, there is an observation deck on the tower, which is often visited by tourists as part of excursion groups.
Yu Yuan Garden
Luxurious garden, which was created in the 16th century on the territory of the present old districts. In translation, Yu Yuan means "garden of joy", which is spread over about 4 hectares of land. Its original appearance has changed somewhat, since in 1956 year its restoration was carried out, since earlier the object was subjected to destruction as a result of colonial wars and uprisings.
The entire territory of the garden is divided into 6 sectors, which differ significantly from each other. In it you can see ponds and bridges, flower beds with various plants, galleries and even trade shops.
Shanghai Museum
People's Square is located directly in the center of Shanghai, where all large-scale festivities and events are celebrated. In addition, there are a lot of government offices, as well as several cultural centers. The Shanghai Museum is considered one of the main ones. It houses 11 galleries and 3 large exhibition halls.
All expositions are presented in the museum - these are objects and exhibits of the ancient culture of China and Shanghai itself. The exterior of the building symbolizes the earth and the sky in the form of a square, covered with a round dome.
Automobile Museum
Shanghai Auto Museum is a car museum, which is one of the first buildings in China, which presents the history of the automotive industry, research carried out by the auto industry. Also in the collection there are 50 rare cars.
Note! The brands of vehicles from 20 world manufacturers are on display for visitors.
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Amusement Park "Valley of Happiness"
The Valley of Happiness Amusement Park is located in the vicinity of Shanghai. It was opened in 2009. On the territory of the park there is a huge complex with a large selection of entertainment. Among them are steep roller coasters. You can also try various water adventures. In addition, throughout the area there are various types of vegetation, which in the complex makes this place for leisure bright, colorful and interesting.
As for the entrance ticket, it provides the opportunity to use any attractions throughout the park. It is worth noting that there are limitations. Some types of entertainment may not be available to visitors if they have not reached a certain age or do not correspond to the established height.
Temple of the Jade Buddha
The year of foundation of the temple is considered 1882, and today it is one of the most visited buildings by representatives of the Buddhist religion. The temple cloister is home to approximately 70 monks. Also on its territory is the operating Shanghai Institute of Buddhism.
The main value of the religious building is 2 Buddha statues, which are created from large solid blocks of jade. Their uniqueness lies in the fact that the color of the stone is somewhat different from the generally accepted shade, it is presented in the form of an emerald, which has a lighter and at the same time delicate tone. One of them is a seated Buddha, about 2 m high, adorned with jewels. The second statue is presented in the form of a recumbent Buddha, respectively, it is lower in height, but no less richly inlaid with valuable stones.
Longhua Pagoda
Longhua Pagoda is considered a unique architectural creation. Visits to this facility are prohibited for security reasons. The fact is that the entrance to the building can collapse at any moment, but it is allowed to enter the territory of the facility. Accordingly, you can only admire it from the side.
Other entertainment
In addition to the main attractions, there is an opportunity to see other interesting places of the Shanghai metropolis. For example, you can go to unique and popular entertainment complexes among tourists. The most visited are:
- Aquapark. On its territory there are about 40 different types of water attractions. The area of "Play Maya" itself is located on 120,000 sq. m, of which 19,000 sq. m occupies a pool, where artificial waves with a height of about 3.5 m are arranged. Separately, it must be said that there are also special areas for children. A detailed map of the water park is available on its territory.
- Oceanarium, which is located on 25 thousand sq. m... There are 4 glazed underwater tunnels on its square. The aquarium is home to about 450 species of aquatic inhabitants, in the amount of about 10 thousand individuals. It is worth saying that the representatives of the underwater kingdom are divided into thematic zones.Visitors are also allowed to swim with sharks, but for this it is necessary to take out insurance.
- Shanghai Zoo is unusual because all the animals in it are not in cages or aviaries, but live in special pavilions. Thus, they are as close as possible to natural living conditions.
Note!Other entertainments include a trip to Disneyland in China, where there are many attractions. There is an opportunity to watch acrobatic shows, take a walk through the beautiful gardens and just enjoy a fabulous vacation.
Excursions for 1 day
It is simply impossible to see all the sights in 1 day. But you can still choose several objects that you should definitely visit, namely:
- The Bund
- A wall of lovers beside her.
- Pearl of the East.
- Nanjing street.
- Temple of the Jade Buddha.
- Yu Yun's Garden of Joy.
What to visit in 2 days
When you have 2 days to explore Shanghai, the range of attractions expands. Its list can include such architectural structures as:
- Shanghai Museum.
- Museum of Science and Technology.
- The Wax Museum.
- Shanghai Wildlife Park.
- TV tower "Pearl of the East".
- Tourist tunnel under the Bund.
- Jinan Temple.
What to see in Shanghai in 3 days
If you have 3 days, you can see many more famous places. In addition to the main ones, excursions will be interesting, for example:
- Pedestrian street Nanking Road.
- Shanghai People's Square.
- Shanghai Circus World.
- Museum of Urban Planning.
- Longhua Temple.
Note!An unforgettable place to visit is the underground hotel in Shanghai, which was built in an industrial gorge where coal was previously mined.
How to book an excursion in Russian
Ordering a guided tour of Shanghai sights in Russian is not a problem today. Tourists can apply for it while ordering a voucher in companies specializing in this. To select an experienced guide, all you have to do is read reviews from previous travelers. It should also be said that this can be done directly upon arrival in Shanghai - in this case, the accompanying service will be much cheaper. Although the easiest way is to take a guidebook and familiarize yourself with the local attractions.
Where to go with children
Little travelers do not always like to visit historical or architectural monuments. To decorate the time of rest for children in the metropolis, you can visit with them:
- Shanghai Children's Museum.
- Aquapark.
- Oceanarium.
- Happy Valley amusement park.
- Amusement park.
In addition, it is worth going on a wonderful journey to a fabulous country - Disneyland, Shanghai. It should be said that this wonderful world will be interesting not only for children, but also for adults, so you just need to go there to touch the world of magic and the heroes of your favorite cartoons.
Shanghai visa for Russians
In order to visit Shanghai for sightseeing, you need to apply for a tourist visa. It is required to obtain such a document if the stay in China takes more than 3 days. you need to make a visa either at the DPRK embassy, or at specialized consular offices located in all major cities of Russia. To obtain a visa document, you need to collect all the necessary papers and submit for consideration to the consulate. The decision to issue it is often communicated within 1 week.
Also, Russian citizens can take advantage of the opportunity to stay in Shanghai. 144 hours (6 days), but this is if transit to another state through this city is envisaged. But it is worth noting one nuance: if a person arrived here in transit by plane, then leaving the territory of the Chinese state is possible only by air transport. And we must take into account that the time difference with Shanghai and Moscow is 6 hours.
To Shanghai from the airport
Initially, it must be said that there are 2 large airports in Shanghai (Pudong and Hongqiao). They are located in different parts of the city, but between them there is a metro line (2), which connects them. In addition, this metro line runs directly through the center of the metropolis. In addition to the metro, the city can be reached by taxi or bus. There is also a Maglev high-speed train from the airport.
Shanghai transport (metro, buses, ferries, taxis)
Shanghai is just a huge metropolis, and a variety of transport links are provided here to provide residents with the opportunity to freely get to the desired part of the city. The most popular of them are:
- Metro. The most convenient form of transport, as it allows you to get to almost every corner of the settlement. At present, there are 14 branches in the multimillion-dollar system, and a detailed subway scheme can be viewed directly on the official website. The fare ranges from RMB 3 to 10. Stations generally start at 5:30 am and run until 11:00 pm.
- Buses. This type of transport is also represented by a large number of routes, so you can get to your destination without any problems. A city bus ticket is often priced at 2 yuan, while an intercity or long-distance bus can cost up to 5 yuan.
- Ferries. This type of communication is often used by locals and visitors to the city in the tourist and busiest areas to get to the desired part of the coast. The intensity of ferry traffic is within 10-15 minutes, and the ticket price is 1-2 yuan.
Taxis in Shanghai are quite a popular form of transport, but it should be said that you should pay at least 12 yuan for boarding, and each kilometer of the journey will cost 2 yuan.
Note!In addition, nightly rates can be increased by 30%.
Vacation at the sea in Shanghai
Those who are tired of Shanghai attractions in China may wonder about passive relaxation. As for the beach pastime in Shanghai, its quality leaves much to be desired. The fact is that the number of local residents on the beach is simply huge, besides, its territory is rather heavily polluted - the same applies to the water in the sea.
If you want to soak up the beach and sunbathe, then you should go on tours from Shanghai to Haiwan Island.
Shopping
Separately, it should be said about shopping in the metropolis. This is a huge metropolis where you can buy everything you could wish for and at very competitive prices. Accordingly, with such a varied abundance, the question of what to bring from Shanghai will not arise, because choosing a gift here will not be difficult.
In addition, the city has shops and boutiques with antiques. It also provides an opportunity to purchase any item of high quality world brands of Chinese production.
In conclusion, it should be noted that Shanghai is an amazing city in China, where absolutely everything is provided for tourists to make their pastime during the trip as interesting and enjoyable as possible.
