Yu Garden
Yu Garden was built in 1559 and has been ravaged by wars. Today, it is considered a representative of classic Jiangnan gardens.
The City of Magic
Shanghai is a center for China’s economy, finance, trade, shipping, commerce, upstream manufacturing and opening up.
Shanghai is a showpiece of China’s booming economy. After the city opened its port to trade, many residents of neighbouring provinces and foreigners moved in. Thanks to it, the traditional Wuyue culture of Jiangnan met the diverse cultures brought in by migrants and fused with the modern Western culture in the city, which gave rise to the local Haipai culture.
Featuring several architectural styles such as Art Deco and shikumen, the city is renowned for its Lujiazui skyline, museums and historic buildings including Chenghuang Temple, Yu Garden, the China Pavilion and buildings along the Bund, which includes Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
Shanghai is also known for its sugary cuisine, distinctive dialect and vibrant international flair.
Shanghai Chenghuang Temple (City God Temple)
Shanghai Chenghuang Temple is the most prominent Taoist temple in Shanghai. It is also a key cultural heritage protection site and a well-known attraction in town.
Jing’an Temple
Jing’an Temple is a Buddhist temple dating back to the Three Kingdom period in the 3rd century. It is one of the most famous and influential temples with a long history in Jiangnan.
