Basic Facts of Shanghai:

Location: east of China
 

Area:7,037.50 square kilometers

Population: 18.88 million
 

Shanghai is regarded as the economic and financial center as well as a famous historical and cultural city of the country, which can rival New York City of America and Paris of France in terms of modernity and vitality. Here gathers a lot of Number Ones and must-sees namely the tallest TV tower in Asia-Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower. As a newly emerged tourist spot, Shanghai is now unfolding her charm and elegance before the eyes of the world.

Shanghai is a city that owns the most advanced transpotation facilities such as two international airports-Pudong International Airport and Hongqiao International Airport, magnetically levitated trains, subways, buses, taxis, cruise ships etc., all of which have made great contributions to benefitting people's daily life. As a city that always keeps pace with the latest fashion trends, it is also a great paradise for shopping lovers to find surprises. Both local specialties like Shanghai Gao Candy, Canned anchovy, whitebait, bamboo carving etc. and world famous brands enjoy the most popularity among travelers. Moreover, another magnet that attracts people a lot is its fantastic yummy dishes. Delicate snacks such as Small Steamed Buns, Chicken Rice Soup and Fried Plain Buns will arouse your appetite as soon as you see them. While, main dishes like Dazha Crab and Sour and Sweet Spare Ribs are perfect combinations of color, aroma, taste and appearance together. You are assured to enjoy yourself to the full in this "gourmet kingdom". When the night falls, the sleepless city puts on a splendid attire to start its carnival. Here you can either go to the famous bar streets to immerse yourself in the wine and wild music or join people to appreciate a concert or drama to get your inside peace. Be a part of it and get yourself totally relaxed!

It is said that passionate, energetic and prosperous are the essence of this famous modern city. Besides, it is renowned for its combination of east and west cultures as well. And all the above characteristics are shown from the Bund, which is for sure the major symbol and the most distinguished scenery of the metropolis. Here scatters lots of eastern-western styled architectures, standing harmoniously there to be a beautiful picture. Whether look afar or meander through, you could sense their grace, elegance and grandeur at once.

Join the designed Shanghai tours offered by TOC to dig deeper of this charming, graceful, elegant modern city. Words are too plain to describe its vitality, so come and experience all by yourself!