History & Architecture: A Journey Through Time in Shanghai

Shanghai's skyline tells the legendary story of its transformation from a small fishing village to a global metropolis. This guide will take you through three iconic eras and areas.

The Bund: A Gallery of International Architecture

Here stand 52 historical buildings of various architectural styles, once the heart of old Shanghai's finance and trade. Stroll along the Huangpu River and admire the Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and other classic buildings that form the city's most famous silhouette.

Lujiazui: The Rise of Modern China

Facing the Bund across the river, Lujiazui is the epitome of Shanghai's modernization. The Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Shanghai Tower form an astonishing cluster of skyscrapers. Ascend to a viewing platform for a panoramic view of the city.

Shikumen & the Former French Concession: Local Life & Romance

Explore Xintiandi and Tianzifang, transformed from traditional Shikumen alleyways, where traditional Shanghai life blends perfectly with trendy art and fashion. In the former French Concession, garden villas and chic boutiques under plane trees create a leisurely and romantic European ambiance.

In a nutshell: Shanghai's architecture is a living history book; the journey from the Bund to Lujiazui perfectly illustrates the city's past and future.