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Historical Places in Shanghai

Xitang Ancient Town ©
Historic Walking Area
Xitang Ancient Town , Jiashan County
4.4
Crisscrossed by nine rivers, Xitang Ancient Town represents a scenic water town with a history dating back to the Spring and Autumn Period. T
Jing'an Temple ©
Religious Site
Jing'an Temple , Shanghai
3.9
Guarded by a four-headed lion mounted on a huge pillar, Jing'an Temple stands as Shanghai's most famous religious center. The large Buddhist
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Tongli Town ©
Historic Site
Tongli Town , Suzhou
4.3
Originally named Futu, Tongli Town holds the title as one of China's best-preserved water towns with millennia-old history. Explore the vener
Longhua Temple ©
Religious Site
Longhua Temple , Shanghai
4.5
Pay a visit to Longhua Temple, a complex known for its ancient seven-story pagoda. Though many of the temple buildings are reconstructions of
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Shantang Street
Historic Walking Area
Shantang Street , Suzhou
4.2
Providing a window into local culture, Shantang Street comprises nearly 1,200 years of history. Stroll down the pedestrian road that follows

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The Bund (Wai Tan) ©
As one of China's top commercial cities and tourist destinations, Shanghai offers accommodations that range from backpacker-friendly haunts to five-star hotels in futuristic skyscrapers. Few world cities can rival Shanghai in terms of room variety, services, and prices, and all types of travelers can easily find suitable options based on their preference and budget limitations. Puxi and Pudong remain probably the best options for most foreign visitors, as these areas offer both modern hotels packed with amenities and older establishments loaded with traditional charm.
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