Shanghai continues to evolve at warp speed. With the May 1st launch of the 2010 Shanghai World Expo, Shanghai has undergone a massive makeover and has emerged beautified on the other side. The Expo launch was celebrated in true China style, with massive amounts of fireworks, food, music, dancing and fun and while it did usher in the start of the largest Expo of all time, it was significant because it also ushered in a new area for Shanghai. Here are the latest openings and offerings in a city that is easily the most exciting place in the Middle Kingdom.
Planning Your Trip To Shanghai Pudong Airport has opened its Terminal Two, which was servicing Shanghai Airlines, British Airways, Northwest Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Atlantic Airways when this guide was published. To be sure, check with your airline to find out which terminal it uses. There are now Shanghai-Beijing express shuttle flights that depart practically every half-hour from Hongqiao Airport that promise a maximum... more local info
Planning Your Trip To Shanghai Pudong Airport has opened its Terminal Two, which was servicing Shanghai Airlines, British Airways, Northwest Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Atlantic Airways when this guide was published. To be sure, check with your airline to find out which terminal it uses. There are now Shanghai-Beijing express shuttle flights that depart practically every half-hour from Hongqiao Airport that promise a maximum... more local info
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Top Things to Do
Top picks for the best activities in Shanghai
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Yu Gardens
- You can find almost anything you want in the Yu Gardens bazaar. With renovated old Chinese buildings, and winding streets full of shops and salespeople,...
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- The Bund
- Nile Expert Tip: Located in Old Town, the Yu Gardens are a must see tourist shopping destination.
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Jin Mao Tower
- Jinmao Tower is a structure located at the heart of Jinmao/Lujiazui New Business Zone. The structure houses some of the city's most revered businesses,...
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- Architecture
- Pudong/Lujiazui
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People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
- People's Square (Ren Min Guang Chang) is a vast public square surrounded by government buildings. Truly an urban park, it features manicured greenery...
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- Pu Xi District
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