Shanghai Holidays

modern architectural accomplishments, a stunning metal and glass skyline, fantastic shopping and never-ending things to see and do. Taking a stroll through the city will also reveal glimpses of the city’s unique and complicated history including foreign settlement areas, jazz-age decadence, the Art Deco architecture of the Bund, and the charm of the former French Concession.

What began as a tiny fishing village on the mouth of the Yangtze River, once home to political intrigue, disreputable gangs, corrupt cops, sailors and rich expatriate families it is now an ever-growing forward-thinking city that is a key player in China’s break-neck economic growth. A holiday to Shanghai is sure to be full of excitement.

In the last decade, Shanghai has transformed itself, becoming China’s largest seaport and a major industrial centre all without losing its spirit or tenacity. While you’re here be sure to visit Yuyuan Garden, a Suzhou-style garden created during the Ming Dynasty, and the city’s most remarkable temple, the Jade Buddha Temple. For shopping, visit Nanjing Dong Lu and Huaihai Zhong Lu or the funky independent shops in Taikang Lu.<br><br>A luxury holiday in Shanghai is a great starting point for your China holiday adventure also not far from the ancient attractions of China’s capital, Beijing.

Shanghai Holiday Highlights

• Fantastic shopping
• A bustling, exciting futuristic city
• Great historical attractions
• A large, spectacular Buddhist temple
• One of China’s fastest growing cities