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Flowing gracefully through the bustling city of Shanghai, Huangpu River is a splendid 114 kilometre long river. A branch of the Yangtze River, Huangpu is the city’s largest with an average width of 400 metres and a depth of 9 metres. Previously identified as Huangxiepu or Chunshen River, Huangpu flows alongside the Wusong River starting from the Baidu Bridge which is located in the heart of the city. The river ultimately runs into the East …

Lantern Festival – A breathtaking way to end the year

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The Lantern Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the 1st month of the Chinese Lunar year. This symbolically ends the Chinese New Year activities. The 15th day is usually a full moon day as well. The origins of this colourful festival is not exactly known as there are many legends revolving around it, however it has been in practice for over 2000 years. Though the legends are diverse, one thing is common and …

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Shanghai is at the forefront of China’s impressive economic growth with nicknames such as the “the Paris of the East” and “Queen of the Orient” it surely lives up to its name. Proud of its modern day image one will never be short of things to do in this mega city. Some of the main attractions that you may want to visit when you are in the city is the Yu Gardens which retains remnants …