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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 …
Yuyuan Garden – Exploring A Ming Dynasty Garden
0Dating back to the ancient Ming Dynasty, Yuyuan Garden is a historical and picturesque attraction in the Anren Jie area of Shanghai. Completed in the latter part of the 16th century, this famous garden spans an area of around 20,000 square metres and is home to traditional pavilions and halls set amidst classical style garden landscapes which include rockeries and ponds. The Wall of Cloud Piercing Dragon, the Grand Rockery and the Exquisite Jade Rock …
