Shanghai architectures

The Chongqi Bridge (崇启大桥), serving as a vital artery connecting Shanghai and Jiangsu Province, is strategically positioned at the mouth of the Yangtze River. Not only does it form an integral part of China’s Shanghai-Xi’an Expressway (National Expressway G40), but it also serves as a crucial intercity passage in the Yangtze River Delta expressway network, […]

Shikumen architecture is a unique architectural style that originated in Shanghai, China, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The term “shikumen” is a combination of the Chinese words for “stone gate” and “wooden door,” referring to the typical entranceway of the buildings. Shikumen architecture is a fusion of Chinese and Western architectural styles,

Jing’an Villas (静安别墅), situated in Shanghai‘s Jing’an District, stand as the city’s largest modern alleyway residential complex. Constructed in 1932 by developer Zhang Tanru, this area was previously the Chaozhou Guild Hall and once hosted a stable, serving as a British equestrian facility. It was also home to renowned figures such as Cai Yuanpei, Kong

Shanghai Grand Theatre (上海大剧院), located in the Huangpu District of Shanghai, is a prominent cultural landmark. The design of the theatre’s exterior draws inspiration from traditional Chinese pavilions, featuring a distinctive roof with two upturned sides embracing the sky, symbolizing the unity of heaven and earth. Covering an area of approximately 21,000 square meters, the

The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel (外滩观光隧道) is a unique and exciting attraction located in Shanghai, China. It is a subterranean pedestrian tunnel that runs under the Huangpu River, connecting the Bund and Pudong areas of the city. The tunnel is approximately 647 meters long and features a moving walkway that transports visitors through a kaleidoscope of

Lujiazui (陆家嘴) is a financial district located in Pudong, Shanghai, China. It is often referred to as the “Wall Street of China” and is home to many of China’s largest and most important financial institutions, including the Shanghai Stock Exchange, the China Securities Regulatory Commission, and the Shanghai Futures Exchange. The area was developed in

Shanghai World Financial Center (上海环球金融中心) is a landmark skyscraper located in the heart of Shanghai‘s Pudong district. With a height of 492 meters, it was once the tallest building in the world and still remains one of the tallest in China. The building has 100 floors, with the top three floors being observation decks offering

The Shanghai Tower (上海中心大厦) is a colossal skyscraper and iconic landmark in Shanghai, China. It stands as the tallest building in China and the third tallest globally. Construction began on November 29, 2008, and the main structure was completed on March 12, 2016. Primarily used for offices, hotels, retail spaces, and observation decks, the Shanghai

The Jin Mao Tower (金茂大厦) is an iconic skyscraper located in Shanghai, China. Standing at 88 stories and 420.5 meters (1,380 feet) tall, it is one of the tallest buildings in the city and one of the most recognizable landmarks in Shanghai. The tower was completed in 1998 and was designed by the Chicago-based architectural

The oriental pearl tower (东方明珠) was built in 1991, put in use in 1994, and opened to the public in 1995. Standing at 468 meters (1535 feet), It is one of the earliest skyscrapers in Shanghai and still the sixth-highest building in Asia, 9th highest building worldwide. It is the pride and icon of this