Shanghai Xin Tian Di – Contemporary Lifestyle in a Historical Setting
0Nestled in the heart of Shanghai City in China is an area named Xin Tian Di, teeming with Shikumen (stone gate) style buildings. The fine blend between 19th century building style and 21st century lifestyle makes Xin Tian Di an upmarket entertainment district drawing tourists from all parts of the world to Shanghai. Shikumen are townhouses with 2-3 floors enclosed by tall brick walls. It is a hybrid of Western and Chinese architecture styles. These …
China Tobacco Museum: Portraying the Chinese Tradition of Smoking
0The unique exterior look and heaps of information provided inside has made the China Tobacco Museum a place visited by large numbers of tourists both local and international. Positioned excellently in the District of Yangpu and right in front of the Shanghai Cigarette Factory, this intriguing tourist attraction is one of the biggest tobacco museums in the world. The impressive China Tobacco Museum can be easily spotted by anyone visiting the Yangpu District mainly due …
