Discover Shanghai
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China's glamorous eastern city shimmers with excitement and promise. This supercharged metropolis is the poster child of rapid economic development, but it hasn’t forgotten its past.
An eclectic skyline of modern skyscrapers on one side of the Huangpu river faces off against century-old European architecture on the other, a potent symbol of the diverse attractions you can expect. Dine like an emperor on the city’s outstanding cuisine; shop like a fashionista in huge glitzy malls and boutique markets, then party the night away like a true hedonist. Or enjoy a more leisurely exploration of the city: stroll down the historic Bund, wander through the leafy lanes of the former French Concession, and visit contemporary galleries.

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See the new face of the West Bund

Once the industrial epicentre of Shanghai, the West Bund has transformed into the city’s museum mile. In this part of Shanghai, must-see cultural landmarks include the Long Museum West Bund and Yuz Museum, as well as world-class art venues such as the Centre Pompidou x West Bund Museum.

Become a xiaolongbao connoisseur

Shanghai is the spiritual home of xiaolongbao – dumplings filled with pork and a piping-hot, flavour-packed broth. Restaurant chain Jia Jia Tangbao – known for delicate dumpling wrappers – and rival Fu Chun Xiaolong have been vying for the title of best xiaolongbao for years, and are Shanghai attractions in their own right.

Climb to the top of Shanghai Tower

Get a bird’s eye view of the mega-city atop the 632-metre Shanghai Tower – China’s tallest building and the world’s second-tallest. In less than a minute the world’s fastest lift will whisk you to the 118th floor of this Shanghai tourist attraction for 360-degree views of the city and other iconic buildings like the Shanghai World Financial Center nearby.

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