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Built in 1994, is the 3rd tallest building in Shanghai. Featuring 11 garish pink balls, the tower has become an internationally recognized symbol of the new Shanghai. Entry to the tower and all its attractions is ¥100; there are extra fees depending on how high you want to go up to a total of ¥220 for admission to the highest observation deck at 350 m (1,155 ft).…

Soong Ching Ling was the wife of Sun Yat Sen, and an important figure in her own right. The two-storey house was originally built by Ms. Soong's father — missionary, millionaire and revolutionary Charlie Soong; later Ching Ling inherited it.…

Longhua Temple's old garden and orchard has now been converted into this large green space. Very few people are buried here, so it's more of a memorial garden and museum but the acreage is beautiful and large, akin to Luxun Park.…

This edifice, one of China's tallest skyscrapers, stands just beside Oriental Pearl TV Tower. The tower houses the Grand Hyatt Shanghai and features a 31-story atrium that starts in the jazz lounge on the 57th story and rises up like a space station. An Italian restaurant Cucina, on the 55th floor offers spectacular views of the Bund and the rest of old Shanghai.…

The former China Pavillion for Expo 2010 now is a museum of Chinese modern art. Permanent exhibitions focus on some of the best-known Chinese painters' works, the history of Chinese modern and contemporary art, and the culture of Shanghai. Visits start at the top and you work your way down through the galleries, whose quality decreases a bit the lower you go in the building.…

The main attractions of note at this university are the [http://www.wushumuseum.com/en/ Chinese Martial Arts Museum] (Chinese: 中国武术博物馆) and the old government building of the city of Shanghai (Chinese: 旧上海特别市政府), constructed in 1933, now an administration building for the university.…

There are two campuses in Yangpu District, the older, main campus, located just west of Wujiaochang, and the newer Jiangwan campus, located in New Jiangwan Town (Chinese: 新江湾城). The main campus of Fudan University is a 10 to 15 minute walk west of Wujiaochang along Handan Road (Chinese: 邯郸路).…

Qibao is a small town about two square kilometers in size which is crossed by two canals. Around the canals, a large number of traditional houses, shops and restaurants are found. Recently tourism has been actively encouraged and it makes a good daytrip from central Shanghai. Although Qibao can be touristy, prices are comparatively cheap.…

Opened in 2008 and is Shanghai's second tallest building. If you exclude spires and flagpoles, then it contended for the tallest building in the world, at least for a few months. There are 3 viewing levels on floors 94, 97 and 100. The observation level allows you to look down on the tall neighboring Jinmao and Oriental Pearl Towers.…

One of the city's less-visited temples for foreign visitors, but an important one and one of the most popular for Shanghai residents during religious festivals. It is one of the largest ancient Buddhist temples in Shanghai. It was originally built in 247 CE, but it was destroyed and rebuilt under the Song dynasty, 977 CE, and several times since then.…

A small museum with a selection of Chinese military planes (mostly from the 50's and 60's), Mao Tze Tung's personal plane as well as a complete DC-8 plane to walk through. (It had a small crash when landing here in the 80's). There are a couple of exhibition halls containing some small model airplanes that you probably wish you were seeing here in real life.…

This private collection is one of the most relevant and uncensored exhibits available to visitors interested in a glimpse of the politics and art of Mao-era China. Posters, memorabilia, photos, and even "大字报" (dazibao: big character posters) can be found in rotating exhibition.…

Square pagoda in the south-east of Songjiang. From the Xilin pagoda central city area to the Fangta pagoda its a 30 minute walk to the east on Zhongshan Lu. The garden is a newly renovated and includes a large peaceful area and some 600 year old trees.…

Donglin Temple has over 700 years of history. The temple has been renovated, and is a magnificent sight to see. Donglin Temple has large-scale, high artistic value, and three Guinness World Records: The Goddess of Mercy and the world's tallest Buddha Cloisonné—Sudhana (5.4 m) the highest bronze door in the world-qian f…

The museum gives a look into Shanghai's colourful past and development strategies for the future. There is a heavy focus on eco-friendly satellite cities with spacious public centres and loads of greenery. The trip is worth it just for the scale model of Shanghai in ten years.…

A traditional Chinese Ming-style private garden, originally built in 1559 but ransacked and restored several times since then. Entrance price is worth it for the many exquisite Chinese pavilions, seemingly never-ending paths, and sculpted gardens within. Near the garden, the famous zigzag bridge and its teahouse (see Drink) can be visited.…

The museum has a huge collection of ancient Chinese antiques, including bronze, ceramics, calligraphy works, painting, jades and sculptures. The Gallery of Ancient Bronze on the first floor is particularly impressive, containing some of the best antiques in China. Multilingual audio guides available. Also, there are often volunteer tour guides providing free service.…

Sun Yat-sen (Sun Zhong Shan in Mandarin) was the first leader of the Republic of China after the 1911 revolution that overthrew the Qing Dynasty. He is one of the very few political figures regarded favorably by the current governments of both China and Taiwan. The house was the Shanghai residence of Sun Yat-sen and his wife Soong Ching Ling.…

The museum recreates interiors of houses and shops from the farming era up to the swinging 1930s, has many miniatures of Shanghai's most impressive (colonial) buildings, and also displays vintage cars, old advertisements, and so on. Although light on actual historical information, its definitely worth a visit, and surprisingly big.…

A very convincing English-style village, complete with pubs, cobbled lanes and a church. Only residents are missing, and empty stores and streets make the place looks like a film set even though it is very popular with newly-weds taking photos of themselves in front of the massive church.…

This European style park formerly known as French Park has gardens, open spaces and restaurants and clubs dotted throughout. Early in the morning, the park is filled with dancers (some Chinese styles, but mainly Western ballroom) players of various games (cards, mahjong, Chinese chess and Go), Tai Chi artists, and sing…

Walk along Fuxing Rd to see classical old buildings and much boutique shopping. The Shanghai Music Conservatory is near Fuxing Road some blocks west of Shaanxi Road here and there are a number of shops specialising in musical instruments, especially orchestral stringed instruments, and several shops for classical or ja…

Small house in traditional style that housed Mao Tse Tung during his early days in the Chinese Communist Party. Preserved as a (very) small museum. Possibly the most interesting aspect is the fact that his once humble home is now surrounded by one of Shanghai's most expensive shopping malls full of luxury shops and hot…

More interesting than you'd expect given its name, this museum documents the history of Shanghai and attempts to chart its future, with changing exhibits on the first two floors and a permanent exhibition on the rest. Particularly worthwhile is the massive scale model of what Shanghai should look like in 2020.

Locating on the Huangpu River, this place used to be a power plant and a pavillion for Expo 2010, now the first state-run contemporary art museum in China. It also holds the Shanghai Biennale of contemporary art. You can see the industrial relic of the power plant and the contemporary artworks as well.

At the northern tip of the Bund, was the legendary home of the "No dogs or Chinese" sign — which in fact never existed, although Chinese not accompanied by foreigners were indeed banned until 1928. The Bund Historical Museum located here is also worth a quick visit.

Founded in 1882 with two Jade statues of the Buddha imported from Burma. There are restaurant facilities with steamed dumplings. This is a bit of a hike from Jing'an temple, so consider taking a taxi or at the very least the Metro up to nearby Changshou Road Station.

Nice public park with a lake and some walkways. A good place to see older Chinese people practice their dancing. If you play any Chinese board games — Chinese chess (xiangqi) or Go (weiqi) — there are often games going on in the Southeast corner of the park.

This was the former Shanghai Office of the Delegation of the Communist Party in China from June 1946. It is now a museum telling the story of the Communist revolution in China and particularly Shanghai. Mao's place in adjacent Jing'an District is also now a museum.

This is Shanghai's biggest park. Unfortunately, there is a lot of concrete and paved roads, and many areas have vegetation that is still under development or poorly cared for. Still a good and relaxing get-away. Bike rental available (expensive, from ¥40 per hour).

A well-known Taoist temple at the centre of the Old City, one of the biggest examples of traditional Chinese architecture in Shanghai. You can find local snacks and food as well as other traditional Chinese decorations in the surrounding commercial area.

A 46.5m high pagoda with temple located in the western part of Songjiang near the intersection of Zhongshanzhong Lu and Xilin Bei Lu (中山中路, 西林北路). The original pagoda dates back to 1440 and is within a Buddhist temple, which has been renovated recently.

During the Japanese occupation of Korea, it was the site of the Korean government in exile from 1919. Now owned and preserved as a museum by South Korea. Note that everything is explained both in Mandarin and Korean, and with nothing in English.

The oldest Islamic building in Shanghai, dating back to the Yuan dynasty (A.D. 1341) merges Chinese with Arabic architecture. A large scale repair 1985 restored much of the original beauty and in modern times 300 Muslims worship here.

The main campus is in Yangpu District. The university is served by the Tongji University station (Chinese: 同济大学站) of Metro Line 10, which brings you to the southeast gate of the university, facing Siping Road (Chinese: 四平路).

A former steel factory that has been converted into an area of galleries, sculpture parks, media companies and cafes. Has a sizable grassy area full of sculptures that families come and picnic on.

The small surviving part of the Shanghai city wall. A prominent feature is Dajing Tower. If you want to see a larger and better preserved wall, go to nearby Suzhou, or Nanjing.

An abattoir with impressive architecture in British colonial times has been renovated into an artist centre, with a theatre, shops, cafes, restaurants and creative design buildings.

Named for the three daughters of the King of Wu during the Zhou Dynasty (1024-256 BCE) who hanged themselves rather than be caught by the King of Yue's soldiers.

This is an entertaining and up to standards exhibition over two floors, including a system of glass tunnels that lets you get up close and personal with sharks.

An eight storey building on the Bund featuring a highly visible clocktower nicknamed "Big Ching". Built in 1927, it is seen as one of the symbols of the Bund.

This is a large old temple that is said to have been built in 247 CE, making it over 1750 years old (with a good deal of renovation in-between of course)

On the north side of Chongming Island. With an area of 358 hectares (about 1.4 square miles), it is the largest forest park in Shanghai Municipality.

A small temple built in the 1880s to hold statues brought from Burma. Note that Changshou Road is a different station than Changshu Road.

The Opera Palace is often listed as one of the ten best opera houses in the world. Performances are normally "classic" Western-style opera.

Shanghai's main center for contemporary Chinese art, with dozens of studios and galleries. It is in a former factory in Putuo District.

Built by Spanish Jesuits in the 19th century, the historic seat of the Bishop of Shanghai. Near the river, outside the old city wall.

Established as 'Jessfield Park' in 1914 by a British property developer, it was renamed in1944 in honour of Dr Sun Yat-sen.

at 632 metres (2,073 ft) high and 128 stories it is currently China's tallest building and the second tallest in the world.

Focuses on Western Science. Entertaining and educational for children. The buiding itself is quite impressive

A zig-zagging bridge near the City God Temple, the present construction dates from the early 20th century.

North of Fudan University's main campus. You can reach it by taking buses 406 or 819 from Wujiaochang.

Large and well preserved temple built in 1219. Also home to the municipal museum of Jiading.

A historic Buddhist temple, with a statue on the upper floor carved from a rare wood.

A Taoist temple. Look for the statue of the guardian spirit for your Chinese zodiac.

A short tour where the Communist Party of China had their first national meeting.

Built in the 14th century, the oldest mosque in Shanghai that is still active.

The grandest building on the Bund is now home to the Pudong Development Bank.

Originally established in AD505, later destroyed, and reconstructed in 2000.

In Jing'an District, above Jing'an Temple metro station for lines 2 and 7