Etymology. The two Chinese characters in the city’s name are 上 (shàng/zan, “upon”) and 海 (hǎi/hae, “sea”), together meaning “Upon the Sea”. The earliest occurrence of this name dates from the 11th-century Song dynasty, when there was already a river confluence and a town with this name in the area. Where did Shanghai get its […]

Shanghai is the world’s most expensive city because there are now a lot of very rich people living there. Shanghai has shot up this week’s Forbes billionaire rankings. It now has the sixth largest concentration of billionaires in the world having ranked 18 last year. Is Shanghai a poor city? Approximately 39 percent of Shanghai’s […]

Asia. Asia is the biggest continent in the world. There are many countries in Asia. One of those countries is China, which is where Shanghai is. Is Shanghai a city in Asia? With a population of 24.87 million as of 2020, it is the most populous urban area in China, the most populous city proper […]

Below is our list of the best dishes or food items that are a must-try when you visit Shanghai. Xiaolongbao or Soup Dumplings. Steamed buns. Steamed Crab. Shanghai streamed crab. Smoked Fish Slices. Smoked Fish Slices. Beggar’s Chicken. Peking Duck. Braised Pork. Fried Pork Buns. Shanghai Snacks. What are the top 3 foods in China? […]

One of his most famous heist took place in the early 1870s, when Kelly set sail on a rented paddle steamer with close to a hundred guests he had invited to celebrate his “birthday”. After the opium-laced whiskey had knocked out the guests, he quietly offloaded them to three waiting ships in the sea. Where […]

The railway between Shenzhen and Shanghai is measured 1,623 km (1,008 miles). How long is the train from Shanghai to Shenzhen? Shanghai operates more than 5 daily high speed trains to Shenzhen, including 1 direct G train and some D bullet trains. These trains leave Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station in the morning (about 7:00 ~ […]

There are less ancient/cultural sights but it is a great city to see modern China. Pudong area is impressive with sky scrapers and such. There are still old parts to exploreas well. Some people love the Shanghai Museum (I don’t really care for it). Is Shanghai Good for tourists? Shanghai, China’s largest city, offers many […]

Generally speaking, Shanghai is very safe. The bullet train from Shanghai to Beijing is approximately 560 RMB (81 USD) for a second-class ticket and 940 RMB (136 USD) for a first-class ticket. Which one is better Shanghai or Beijing? Beijing is the political and cultural center of China. And Beijing is also the capital of […]

What Causes Air Pollution in Shanghai?A cold front brought polluted air from northern China’s industrial cities, while a high pressure cyclone south of Shanghai prevented dirty air from being blown further south to the sea. “Internal causes included vehicle and factory emissions, and dust from construction sites. How bad is the air quality in Shanghai? […]

Shanghai is the largest and most cosmopolitan in China and a world-class harbour of business and career opportunities.With the city’s culture being much more western than that in other first-tier cities in China, most expats find their work experience and skills easily transferable. Is it difficult to get a job in Shanghai? Finding a Job […]

What is the current air quality in Shanghai? Air pollution level Air quality index Main pollutant Moderate 57 US AQI PM2.5 Does Shanghai have bad air quality? It is generally considered that the air pollution in Shanghai is not as high as in other Chinese cities, but is substantially polluted when compared to world standards. […]

Shanghai Tops New Forbes China Ranking Of Best Cities For Living.Shanghai claimed the number one spot in part on the strength of its relatively high income level and top entertainment resources compared with other mainland Chinese cities. Popular city entertainment areas include the Bund, Nanjing Road, and Xintiandi. Why is Shanghai the best city? The […]

Shanghai, the Oriental Paris, is China’s biggest and most prosperous city.The city rivals New York or Paris in terms of modernity, and boasts a blended culture of the East and the West. Shanghai is a tourist destination famous for historical landmarks as well as modern, ever-expanding skylines. Why is Shanghai attractive? Shanghai, China’s largest city, […]

Here is a list of DOs and DON’Ts when visiting China: Dos in China: #1 Ask locals if they have already eaten their meal when greeting them. #2 Be punctual. # 3 Greet older people first. #4 Eat and drink as much as you can. Don’ts in China. #1 Don’t leave your chopsticks upright in […]

Meet Shanghai Girls During The Day IFC Mall. Super Brand Mall. Yuyuan Bazar. Plaza 66. Cloud Nine. South Bund Soft Spinning Material Market. Nanjing Road. Where can I meet foreigners in Shanghai? The Bund or Waitan (外滩) in Chinese, is a classic place to find foreigners. Being the most popular attraction in the whole city, […]