Author Archives: Pushpitha Wijesinghe
Shanghai Chenghuang Temple – An Ancient Cultural Site
0Located in the Huangpu district, the Shanghai Chenghuang Temple is one of the city’s most important religious sites. Offering a fascinating insight into the rich cultural heritage of Shanghai, this site which is also known as the City God Temple dates back to the Ming Dynasty though it has since then been destroyed and rebuilt several times over the centuries. The temple features such sites of interest as the Grand Hall and Xuzhen God Hall …
Aurora Art Museum Shanghai – A Place to observe History
0Aurora Art Museum is located in the upper most floor of Aurora 21 building, in the city of Taipei. This place is filled with fine and artistic collections that boast a large number of ancient Chinese treasures which is a private collection of the couple Mr. & Mrs.Yung Tai Chen. Their collection that has been gathered over a period spanning the past 30 years featuring Jade, Buddhist statues, China, portrait, stones are exhibited in this …
Huangpu River
0Originating in Dianshan Lake, Huangpu River is one of the leading attractions in Shanghai. Dividing the city into west and east, the river is a witness of the city’s development and history. Travellers can take a cruise along the river and take in spectacular views of the two suspension bridges, Yangpu Bridge and Nanpu Bridge, Huangpu Park, Monument to the People’s Heroes and The Bund. A sight to behold during such excursion is the ‘three-layer …
