Author Archives: Pushpitha Wijesinghe
Nanjing Road – Fashionistas And Shopaholics Rejoice!
0Situated in the Shanghai city centre, Nanjing Road is a popular part of the city that is well known as being a premier shopping street. Attracting fashionistas and shopaholics from around the world, the street is home to a variety of shopping malls, designer stores and fashion boutiques that offer countless hours of shopping fun. This busy shopping and pedestrian street is also known for its traditional shops selling such items as silk and jade …
Shanghai Museum – Discovering Ancient Chinese Art Forms
0Situated in People’s Square, the Shanghai Museum offers one a chance to view the ancient art forms of this historically and culturally rich nation. Spanning an area of around 38,000 square metres, this expansive museum is home to a variety of sections each showcasing different art forms. The Ancient Bronzes Hall is where one can see various bronze items, while the Calligraphy Hall lets visitors take a look at this ancient art form and its …
The Bund – Discovering Shanghai’s Lively Waterfront
0A popular area in Shanghai, the Bund is located along a section of the city’s waterfront in the eastern side of the Huangpu District. Lying along the banks of Huangpu River, this lively area is a popular destination for tourists and is home to a number of historical buildings including those that showcase Art Deco, Neo-Classical, Gothic and Romanesque style architecture. While there is a wharf here where one can take boat rides, Square Chenyi …
