Shanghai
Shanghai is China’s largest city and financial center. Its skyline is one of the most impressive in the world. It represents modern China’s growth.
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2013 Huangpu River dead pigs incident
In early March 2013 over 16,000 dead pigs were found in the Shanghai Songjiang section of the Huangpu River, which supplies the city of Shanghai, China with some of its drinking w…
Bank of China Building, Shanghai
The Bank of China Building, located at No. 23 on the Bund in Shanghai, is a historic tower that originally served as the headquarters for the Bank of China. Built on the site of t…
Banque de l'Indochine Building, Shanghai
The Banque de l'Indochine Building, located at No.29 The Bund in Shanghai, is a striking example of early 20th-century architecture, completed in 1914. Designed by Atkinson & Dall…
BEA Finance Tower
The BEA Finance Tower is a striking 198-meter skyscraper located in the bustling Lujiazui area of Shanghai, China. Serving as the Mainland China headquarters for the Bank of East…
Blackstone Apartments (Shanghai)
The Blackstone Apartments, also known as Fuxing Apartments, are a historic luxury apartment building in Shanghai, completed in 1924. Located in the former French Concession area,…
Cha House
Cha House is a historic building located in Shanghai, China, originally constructed in 1920 by brothers Qiu Xinshan and Qiu Weiqing, who were prominent figures in the dye industry…
Ciros Plaza
Ciros Plaza, located at 388 Nanjing Road West in Huangpu, Shanghai, is a striking 39-story skyscraper that combines modern architecture with eco-friendly practices. This commercia…
Custom House, Shanghai
The Custom House, an iconic eight-story building located on the Bund in Shanghai, was completed in 1927 and remains a customs facility today. It symbolizes the city's rich history…
Custom House, Shanghai
The Custom House, located on the iconic Bund in Shanghai, is an architectural marvel built in 1927, serving as a customs house to this day. Originally established in the late 17th…
Enchanted Storybook Castle
The Enchanted Storybook Castle, the iconic centerpiece of Shanghai Disneyland, opened on June 16, 2016, and is the tallest Disney castle worldwide. Inspired by classic Disney cast…
Former Consulate-General of the United Kingdom, Shanghai
The Former Consulate-General of the United Kingdom in Shanghai is a historic site located on the Bund, showcasing colonial architecture and rich history. Established in the late 1…
Former Residence of Lu Xun (Shanghai)
The Former Residence of Lu Xun, located in the Hongkou District of Shanghai, is a historic museum dedicated to the renowned Chinese writer who lived here from 1933 until his death…
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