Shanghai Overview

Shanghai is one of the most famous cities in China. It was once called the 'Paris of the East', but today is regarded to as the 'Pearl of the Orient'. Shanghai lies at the centre of China's economic, cultural and commercial growth and is a diverse city that is moving forward at a terrific rate. more...

Shanghai Activities

Shanghai is home to an abundance of parks and gardens that lend themselves to all sorts of outdoor pursuits. You will see early morning runners, dog walkers, those taking a stroll and people practicing tai chi. Fuxing Park is a European-style park, home to lush gardens and big open spaces, where you will often see people flying kites and picnicking. more...

Shanghai Events and Festivals

Chinese New Year (Spring Festival): is celebrated either at the end of January or at the beginning of February on the first day of the first moon according to the lunar calendar. Droves of Chinese head to Shanghai for two weeks of festivities. During New Year festivities, you will find every house lavishly decorated and locals go to meet family and friends in town. All hotels and restaurants are likely to be fully booked during the celebrations. more...

Shanghai Sightseeing

This market can be found just off the main tourist track and as such, it largely remains undiscovered to most visitors. It offers a glimpse into everyday life in Shanghai, something which is well worth a view. The street is alive with hawkers selling fish and birds, orchids and bonsai trees. Women can be seen airing out their bed linens and students mingle in the alleyways. more...

Shanghai Transport

Most visitors to Shanghai opt to hire taxis to take them to their preferred destinations and even use them on a daily basis to take them round the city's attractions. All taxis are metered and are generally Volkswagen cabs which are easy to identify and of course, plentiful. The smaller and older cars are generally cheaper. It is normally easy to hail a taxi on the street as there are so many, but if for some reason you cannot find one, or if you would like to book in advance, taxis can be booked at your hotel. more...

Shanghai Travel Tips

Violent crime in China is particularly low, which is in part due to the severe penalties received for crimes of a serious nature. It is also largely a Buddhist country, with most people leading peaceful lives. It is extremely rare for a tourist to encounter any problems of a violent nature however petty crime can be somewhat more of a problem, with many pickpockets and bag-snatchers targeting tourist areas and public transport. more...