Shanghai China Attractions

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Top 5 Attractions

NO.1 The Bund

The walk down the riverfront promenade of the Bund is Shanghai's most famous attraction. Take a taxi for the amazing view as you sweep down from the elevated highway. It is worth spending a morning walking along the river and checking out the 1920s-era buildings which once symbolized foreign power in Shanghai.

NO.2 Jinmao Tower

Mainland China's tallest building, this stunning 88-floor skyscraper contains a bar one floor from the top from where you can look down on the city.

NO.3 Jade Buddha Temple

A temple in the style of the Song Dynasty, though it was actually completed in 1918. The main attraction here is the 455-pound white jade Buddha, but there are many other statues, as well as a rare collection of Buddhist scriptures. Around 100 monks still live and work here.

NO.4 Oriental Pearl TV Tower

A symbol of new Shanghai, the tower is especially spectacular at night. On the bottom floor is the Shanghai History Museum and in the top sphere, an observation deck. There's also a revolving restaurant.

NO.5 Yu Garden

One of the few places in Shanghai that resembles the western idea of China, there is a crowded bazaar enclosing the gardens. Recommended is a stop at the teahouse in the middle of the Bridge of the Nine Turnings.