5 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions & Things to Do in Shanghai

Shanghai, China’s most populous city, is home to many interesting sightseeing opportunities. Opportunities for travelers Despite having more than 24 residents, there are still many opportunities for travelers. This bustling city of millions offers quieter, more historic options. There are many places and districts to see, as well as newer tourist attractions. Because of its location at The Container Port, it is one the busiest container ports on the planet. The city lies at the mouth the Yangtze River. Exploration by water along China’s coast and its inland waterways.

You can visit the city’s museums of international significance. art galleries, like the China Art Museum and Shanghai Museum; Wandering through parks and gardens; or doing some shopping. Particularly in the pedestrian area of “New World”, with its luxury boutiques Gallery. The city’s fine temples are also worth exploring. Traditional pagodas.

To help you plan your visit to China’s most exciting city, be sure to read through our list of the top attractions and things to do in Shanghai.

1. Take a Stroll along Shanghai’s Promenade: The Bund
Zhongshan, better known as its Anglo-Indian nickname Bund (Waitan), is the most well-known. Lu is a beautiful, broad promenade that runs along West Bank of the River. Huangpujiang River. It is a popular tourist spot. The city was once home to the European Embassy. It has maintained a European vibe. International Settlement. This influence is most noticeable in The many French and English-built buildings that are used now as restaurants Boutiques, galleries and offices.

It is always bustling so it’s a wonderful place to stroll around day or night. Take in 52 buildings unique to the Bund, built in a variety. There are many styles to choose from: Gothic, Romanesque Baroque, Neoclassical, Neoclassical. Renaissance influences. A number of Renaissance influences are also found in the Bund. These are the most stunning collections of Art Deco architecture in the world.

From south to north, you will find the most dominant buildings the former Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation headquarters with its Beautiful cupola, harbor customs office with bell tower, and the old Peace Hotel and Bank of China.

2. Visit Shanghai’s Oldest Green Space: Yu Garden
The splendid, located in the north-east of the old town, was laid out by 1559. Yu Garden (Yu Yuan). Also known as the Garden of Happiness or Yu Yuan, this huge area is home to the Garden of Happiness. Green space can be found on an area greater than 20,000m2. There is an inner and an outer garden.

The oldest section can be found atOuter GardenOther changes possible Sansui Tang (the park’s main auditory) was constructed in 18th-century. A second floor was added. This magnificent building is famous for its stunning roof. Ornaments, figurative representations (bas-reliefs), and window openings and dragon-adorned walls.

The iconic building is known as theHall of SpringWherever the Company of the Little Swords Xiaodao Hui had its headquarters in the period between 1853 and 1855 during its rule in Shanghai. They are of historical great importance. The artificial rocks found in this section of the gardens are the sole work of the Zhang Nanyang, the master garden designer, was preserved.

3. See the Priceless Statues of the Jade Buddha Temple
Beautiful Jade can be found in Shanghai’s Anyuan Lu district. Two Shakyamuni statues can be found in the Buddha Temple. The monk Huigen owns them. He brought it with him from Burma. The current building was built in 1928. It replaces the 1882 original temple and is divided into three halls There are also two courtyards.

The splendid structure that is most remarkable is the magnificentHall of Heaven’s Kings(Tian Wang Dian (remarkable for its statues – the four heavenly rulers and two Shakyamuni sculptures These sculptures are made of white jade. In the Wentang Mainhall, statues stand nearly two metres high. Also kept are Buddhist manuscripts (the smaller statue). In the west court

The charming is also worth a lookHall of the Great Hero(Daxiong Baodian) With its Buddhas of Three Ages and 18 Luohan figures. Another important Buddhist site in Shanghai is The breathtakingJing’an Temple on Nanjing West Road.

4. Learn about Chinese Culture at the Shanghai Museum
The Shanghai Museum was founded in 1952 and is China’s most significant museum. Museum of classical Chinese art. It is located in a modern building. It is a work-of-art in itself, with its unique square top and base. The museum incorporates traditional Chinese concepts about the Earth. Four floors contain impressive displays of bronzes, ceramics and other artifacts. From prehistoric cultures to 19th-century America.

The collection also includes calligraphy and ink drawings. Seals and large collections of art from ethnic minority groups. It also houses large collections of jade and coins as well as furnishings from the A well-stocked gift shop that stocks gifts for the Ming and Qing periods (1365-1912).

5. Visit Historic Longhua Temple and Pagoda
The magnificent park is found in the southwest region of Shanghai.Longhua Templeremains One of the oldest religious spots in China. Built alongside the nearby The important location is home to a wood and brick pagoda measuring 40 meters tall, built in AD 242. This was done several times, including rebuilding and tearing down the temples of worship over the years. The oldest structure in existence dates back to 10th century.

It is still used for regular Buddhist ceremonies. Five large halls including the Maitreya Hall, Mile Dian with its Large Buddha statue, the Heavenly Kingdom Hall (Tian Wang Dian), dedicated the Four Heavenly Kings, and the Grand Hall of the Great Sage (Daxiong Baodian), with its exquisite statues and 16th-century bell.

Additional highlights include the Bell Tower featuring an older version. This bell is two meters tall and weighs five tons, and was made in 1382. Special occasions; The Library with its old manuscripts & ceremonial instruments; and the incredible sight of around 500 Luohans in gold-painted paint Buddhas.

Abhijeet Johri