Author Archives: Caleb Falcon
Fusing Western and Chinese Architecture – Shikumen Museum
0Shanghai, a city located at the mouth of the legendary Yangtze River, is considered to be one of the most exciting global cities. The city is also the largest city by population in China, and is known for its influence in global commerce, finance, media, fashion and technology. Shanghai’s unique culture, luscious parks, and exciting attractions have also made it one of the most popular tourist destinations of Southeast Asia. A chapter of Shanghai that …
Gongqing Forest Park – A Scenic Natural Wonder
0Located in the north eastern part of Shanghai, the Gongqing Forest Park stretches across 131 hectares, providing the city with beautiful greenery and lovely trees. It comprises a North Garden and a South Garden. The North Garden is popular for the trees, plans and the lovely landscape. There are about 200,000 trees which include more than 200 types of plants, and it has been immaculately landscaped to provide a natural as well as a serene …
Shanghai Old Street – Journeying Back In Time
0While Shanghai is a rapidly developing metropolis, there are parts of the city that still showcase its traditional side, full of old world charm. Located near Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street is one such place. Home to traditional and classical structures that date back to the country’s famous dynasties, this over 800 metre long street, lets you step back in time and explore a fascinating part of the city’s past. The eastern section is where …
