It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here are seven must-see sites in Shanghai, China.
Shanghai Wild Animal Park, also known as Shanghai Zoo, is a large ecological garden and park, home to more than 6,000 animals, such as giant pandas, elephants, golden snub-nosed monkeys, South China tigers and camels. The zoo also includes 600 species native to China. © Shanshan533 | Dreamstime.com
Steamed Chinese mitten crab (or Shanghai hairy crab) is a delicacy in and around Shanghai. The dish is popular in autumn especially, made flavorful and more fragrant with ginger, green onions and perilla leaves. You can find the plate at both high-end restaurants and street-style vendors. © 799085300 | Dreamstime.com
Yuyuan Garden, first constructed in 1559, lies next to the City God Temple and features more than 40 scenic spots like ponds, rock formations and pavilions. At the heart of the garden is the Exquisite Jade Rock, a 5-ton boulder with elusive origins. The garden today is divided into six areas in Suzhou style. © Mario Savoia | Dreamstime.com
It was once the tallest and largest LEED-CS Platinum-certified building in the world until 2025, but Shanghai Tower is still a beacon in the city. The skyscraper sits in Lujiazui, Pudong, within the financial district. Sightseeing decks are open to the public on the 118th and 119th floors, as well as the “Top of Shanghai” on the 121st floor, the highest observation deck in the world. The world’s highest luxury hotel by height above ground level sits on the 120th floor. © Ffang | Dreamstime.com
Wander through Tianzifang, a picturesque neighborhood filled with more than 200 restaurants, boutiques and bars. You’ll also find craft stores, coffee shops and other trendy businesses, all within preserved local Shikumen architecture. © Silvia Nadotti | Dreamstime.com
Explore Fuxing Park, a sprawling, 10-hectare space filled with entertainers, mahjong players and tai chi artists. The original park was designed by the French in 1909, and you’ll see evidence of its origins in landscaped gardens. Look for the lotus pond and rose garden, too. © Fotokon | Dreamstime.com
The world’s first commercial, high-speed magnetic levitation train system launched in Shanghai. Called the Shanghai Maglev Train, the train moves as a maximum cruising speed of 186 mph, making it the fastest in commercial operation at the time. Learn more about the train at Shanghai Maglex Transportation Science and Technology Museum. © Juan Camilo Bernal | Dreamstime.com
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