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Yuyuan Garden
Yuyuan Garden is the largest of Shanghai's ancientgardens with
Ming and Qing architectural styles. The
garden has six areas, each with its own style. The GrandRockery,
in the center of the Garden, is the mostrenowned sight. Near the
garden, there is the City GodTemple, where various of local snack
shops and streetsare scattered around.
The bund & Huang pu river
Huangpu River is not only the mother river of Shanghai,
which divides the city into east and west parts, but
alsoassembles the splendid attractions of the city. Situated onthe
east bank of the Huangpu River, the Bund is thesymbol of Shanghai.
New finance and commercial housesas well as grand buildings built
in 1930s in the Europeanarchitectural styles cluster along the
Bund. At night brightlights add to the happy atmosphere as people
stroll alongthe wide riverside promenade.
Nanjing Road
Nanjing Road is considered to be the 'No. 1 commercialstreet in
China', which has been a landmark for this cityfor a long time.
Along its 5.5 kilometers, you will find over600 shops that on
average are visited by some 1.7 millionpeople each day. Here, you
could purchase everything
wanted, spanning from special and cheap souvenirs to
theluxurious world famous brands.
Jade Buddha Temple
It is one of the most famous Buddhist shrines inShanghai. The
White Jade Buddhas were brought herefrom Burma in the nineteenth
century. One is seated
while the other is in the recumbent position of
Sakyamunisymbolizing the Buddha's attainment of enlightenment
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nirvana. The temple also has some impressive images ofthe
Heavenly Kings. Although many people come toworship each day and
burn incense at this very holy andactive shrine, visitors are
welcome.
Xin Tian Di
If you want to experience the historical and culturalatmosphere
of the city, Xin Tian Di is a wise choice.Composed of Shikumen and
modern architectural style,now it has become a hot and fashionable
pedestrian streetin the center of the city. Actually, it stands for
the popularand leisurely life style of this city's new generation.
The
outdoor cafs, bars and romantic restaurants can be
seeneverywhere.
Located on the Longhua Road at the south of the city,Longhua
Park is famous for the ancient Longhua Pagodaand Longhua Temple,
the Evening Bell-Striking Ceremonyand the peach blossoms. The
visitor here having marveled
at the city's modern architecture and historical sites willbe
further rewarded when going to see neighboring watertowns like
Zhujiajiao and Qibao Ancient Town. Here isanother world where
ancient houses huddle by the riversrunning through the towns that
with their flagstone-pavedroads and typical local flavors will be
sure to slow yourpace as you savor their traditions.
EAT!!
Wujiang Road (w jing l)
Wujiang Road is the most popular snack street in the city.
Located in the southeast of Jing'an District and near the
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People's Square, it is a good dining place for you to rest
and relax after your tired shopping in Nanjing Road. A lot
of Chinese and foreign restaurants are clustered here,
providing you with various choices.1. Din Tai FungBuilding 6,
Floor 2, Shop 11a, Xintiandi South Block, ShanghaiChina;
