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Shanghai
Shanghai, located along the beach of the East China Sea and the southern banks of the mouth of the Changjiang River, is a city under the direct jurisdiction of the Central Government. It is also the largest metropolis and one of the ancient cultural cities of China. It is a flourishing international metropolis, known worldwide for its highly developed industry, commerce, and finance and its convenient land, air and sea transportation, rich tourist resources, great variety of food, and recreational facilities.
Attractions
Yuyuan Garden
Yuyuan Garden, built in the Ming and Qing styles, is the most famous classical garden in Shanghai. There are 40 scenic spots in the garden.
Temple of the Jade Buddha
Built in 1882, the temple is a well preserved monastery of Zen Buddhism, where a jade statue of Sakyamuni is enshrined.
The Oriental Pearl Television Tower
It is the highest television tower in Asia, 468 meters high. Standing on the tower, one can have a panoramic view of the whole city.
The Bund
Located along the banks of the Huangpu River, the picturesque Bund is the symbol of Shanghai.
Longhua Temple
Built in the year 242, Longhua Temple is the oldest and largest temple in Shanghai. The temple is also famous for its pagoda and its peach blossoms.
Yangpu and Nanpu Bridges
The 7,658-meter-long Yangpu Bridge and the 8,346-meter-long Nanpu Bridge are double-cable-stayed long-span suspension bridges. They are among the longest bridges in the world.
Former Residence of Dr. Sun Yat-sen
Dr. Sun Yat-sen and his wife Soong Ching-ling lived here from 1918 through 1924.
Residents' New Village
Visitors can live here together with local residents and learn about the lifestyle of people of Shanghai.
Ancient Town of Waters and Rivers
The simple yet elegant buildings, and bridges in various shapes on the rivers in the ancient small town from a typical scene of southern China.
Nanjing Road
The 5-kilometer-long Nanjing Road is the busiest commercial center in Shanghai. Every day, the street, lined by stores, accepts 1 million people. It is an ideal place for shopping, eating, and recreation.
Other attractions
Grand View Garden, the former residences of Soong Ching-ling and Lu Xun, Guyi Garden, and Dianshan Lake.
Telephone Numbers
Area code: 021
Shanghai Tourist Hotline: 6252-0000
Tourist Complaints: 6439-3615
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport: 6268-3659
Shanghai East Airlines Air Ticket Reservations: 6247-2255
Shanghai Railway Station: 6317-9090
Port Passenger Station: 6326-1261
People's No.1 Hospital: 6324-0100
Emergency Center: 6324-4010
Shanghai Branch, Bank of China: 7329-1979
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