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City Overview
Shanghai lies in central-eastern China, exposed to the East China Sea. It is the largest city in China, attracts visitors like a magnet. They come for its culture, its history and its booming business sector. It is one of the best locations for living and working in China. Not only an exciting city with world class facilities and good living conditions, but it is also a culturally rich place with diverse and dynamic international communities.
The city is divided into two parts by the Huangpu River: Puxi (west of the Huangpu River) and Pudong (east of the Huangpu River). Puxi is the older part of the city and hosts the majority of shops, restaurants and museums. Pudong is the modern part, and is recognized for its rather unusual yet extremely impressive high-rises such as Shanghai's tallest buildings, the Shanghai International Financial Center, Jinmao Building and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
Climate
With a pleasant northern subtropical maritime monsoon climate, Shanghai enjoys four distinct seasons, generous sunshine and abundant rainfall. Its spring and autumn are relatively short compared with summer and winter. The average annual temperature is 18 degrees Celsius.
Local Time
China has one time zone. Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of GMT (London).
Local Currency
Chinese currency is called Renminbi (literally people's currency), often abbreviated as RMB. Issued by the People's Bank of China, it is the sole legal tender for both the Chinese nationals and foreign tourists. The unit for Renminbi is Yuan, Jiao and fen. Credit cards are accepted at most hotels, tourist shops and some department stores.
Voltage
Electricity is supplied at 220 volts, 50 cycles.
Airport Introduction
 Shanghai has two commercial airports: Hongqiao International and Pudong International, the latter of which has the third highest traffic in China, following Beijing Capital International Airport and Hong Kong International Airport. Hongqiao mainly serves domestic routes, and Pudong International handles more international traffic.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (simplified Chinese:上海浦东国际机场) is a major aviation hub in Asia, particularly in the East Asian region, Located about 30 kilometres from the city centre, it occupies a 40 kilometre square site adjacent to the coastline in the eastern edge of Pudong district within the boundaries of the Shanghai Municipality.
Airport Inquiry Number: +86 21 96990
Top 5 Shanghai Travel Attractions
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Shanghai Huangpu River Night Cruise
The Huangpu River runs straight through the heart of Shanghai. Together with the Nanpu Bridge, the Yangpu Bridge, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the rest of the Shanghai sci-fi skyline on the eastern river bank, a Huangpu River Night Cruise drops passengers right into a huge picture scroll like none other in the world. On the opposing river bank, the Bund is the leading cultural section of Shanghai that best represents the blending of ancient and modern influences. This renowned waterfront district is the city's most famous landmark.
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Xintiandi, Shanghai Circus World
Xintiandi is a car-free shopping, eating and entertainment area of Shanghai. It is composed of an area of restored traditional shikumen ("stone gate") houses on narrow alleys, a modern shopping mall with a cinema complex, and some adjoining houses which now serve as book stores, cafes and restaurants. Xintiandi means "New Heaven and Earth", and is widely considered to be one of the first lifestyle centers in China.
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The Bund - Shanghai Puxi Landmarks
The Bund is a key symbol of Shanghai. Lining the western bank of the Huangpu river, the Bund contains dozens of fascinating and historical buildings that have housed numerous banks, hotels, consulates and trading houses from the United Kingdom, France, the United States, Italy, Russia, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands and Belgium. A casual stroll along the Bund and a look inside some of the majestic architecture is an unmissable Shanghai experience giving visitors a real insight into old Shanghai and a perfect contrast to the new.
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The Oriental Pearl TV Tower
This 468M-tall bauble-adorned glistening icon has become a symbol of Pudong and the Shanghai renaissance. Located in Pudong Park and reaching out into the Huangpu river, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower depicts a picture of 'twin dragons playing with pearls'. The entire scene is a photographic jewel that excites the imagination and attracts thousands of visitors year-round..
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Shanghai World Financial Center
Standing at a jaw-dropping 492M above street level, The SWFC proudly holds the title of the tallest building in China, 4th in the world. The SWFC is a mixed-use skyscraper housing offices, hotels, conference rooms, bars, restaurants and shopping malls and via the highest observation deck in the world, visitors are able to enjoy towering views of the magical metropolis below.
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More Attractions around Shanghai
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Water Village Tour – Zhouzhuang
Often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’, Zhouzhuang is filled with the elegance and charm of a typical ancient town in Southeast China. With 60% of the town being covered by Qing and Ming dynasty house lined canals, this fascinating town’s pathways will wind visitors around, over and along history itself. With no main roads for cars or buses, Zhouzhuang gives visitors a peaceful and tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of its neighboring metropolis. Viewing Zhouzhuang from the old stone bridges offers visitors the chance to appreciate the life-style of the waterside dwellers as well as enjoy the wonderful scenery of the surrounding farmland.
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West Lake Tour – Hangzhou
Less than 2 hours away by train, Hangzhou's fame rests mainly with the picturesque West Lake. Having been immortalized by countless poets and artists, West Lake is surrounded on three sides by rolling wooded hills providing the perfect backdrop to a perfect lake. West Lake’s blue rippling water is scattered with elegant stone bridges and charming pavilions that provide visitors with an intoxicating and truly magical experience, no matter what time of year it is enjoyed.
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Humble Administrator’s Garden Tour - Suzhou
Covering an area of 12.5 acres, the largest of all Suzhou gardens, the Humble Administrator's Garden is one of Suzhou's three gardens under the special protection of the national government. It is made up of three sections: the eastern, central and western, separated from one another by dividing walls. The pond, streams, rocks, artificial hillocks and some of the old trees have remained the same as they were four hundred year ago.
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