Shanghai

The Bund, a 1.5-kilometer stretch along Shanghai’s Huangpu River, is the city’s iconic promenade and a UNESCO-recognized “Heritage Corridor.” Built between 1845 and 1937, this former colonial concession blends Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical architecture with modern skyscrapers, earning it the nickname “the Museum of World Architecture.” Once a hub for foreign trade and banking, it now symbolizes Shanghai’s rise as a global metropolis, offering panoramic vistas of the Pudong skyline and historical landmarks like the Customs House Clock Tower and Peace Hotel.

Yu Garden, also known as the "Garden of Happiness," is a quintessential classical Chinese garden located in the heart of Shanghai’s Old City. Built between 1559 and 1577 during the Ming Dynasty by Pan Yunduan, a high-ranking official, it served as a private retreat for his parents. Covering 20,000 square meters, the garden is renowned for its exquisite pavilions, rockeries, ponds, and winding corridors, embodying the pinnacle of traditional Chinese landscape design. Designated a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit in 1961 and a UNESCO-recognized "Historic Centre of Shanghai" site, it now attracts millions of visitors seeking a tranquil escape from the bustling metropolis.

The Oriental Pearl Tower, a landmark of Shanghai and a symbol of modern China, is a 468-meter-tall TV and observation tower completed in 1994. Combining futuristic architecture with cultural symbolism, its 11 spherical observation decks and 3 columns evoke pearls cascading from the sky. Standing on the Huangpu River’s east bank in Pudong, it offers panoramic views of Shanghai’s skyline, blending historic Bund architecture with cutting-edge skyscrapers. Designated an AAAA-rated tourist attraction, it hosts museums, restaurants, and a revolving eatery, attracting over 5 million visitors annually.

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, known as "China’s First Commercial Street," is Shanghai’s iconic shopping and cultural hub. Spanning 1.2 kilometers from People’s Square to the Bund, it was established in 1851 as the city’s first modern commercial thoroughfare. Today, it blends historic architecture with contemporary retail, hosting over 600 shops, global luxury brands, traditional Chinese stores, and bustling food alleys. The street’s Art Deco facades, neon lights, and century-old department stores (like No. 1 Department Store) reflect Shanghai’s evolution from a treaty port to a global metropolis. Designated a "National Scenic Street" in 1999, it attracts over 1.6 million visitors daily, offering a sensory journey through China’s economic and cultural transformation.

Shanghai Disney Resort, the first Disney park in mainland China and the sixth globally, opened in June 2016. Blending Disney magic with Chinese cultural elements, it spans 3.9 square kilometers, featuring a theme park, two hotels, Disneytown (a shopping/dining district), and Wishing Star Park. Designed to immerse guests in "authentic storytelling with a local touch," the resort has become a must-visit destination for families and Disney enthusiasts, hosting over 18 million visitors annually.