The first must-visit spot in Shanghai is undoubtedly the Bund, a fact that’s hardly disputed. Yet many visitors to the Bund merely stroll from Nanjing Road to the Bund, admiring the skyscrapers and night views of Lujiazui from last year. This is truly a pity, as they’ve missed out on truly savoring the essence of Shanghai.
This summer, I took the little brat to Shanghai’s Bund for the second time. This place is where Shanghai’s modern and contemporary eras converge. The weighty modern architecture on the Puxi side and the contemporary structures on the Pudong side complement each other, forming a landmark landscape of Shanghai’s urban development.
I spent the entire day, from dawn to dusk, strolling through the Shanghai Bund, immersing myself in the unique charm and flavor of this great city. My specific route involved taking the subway to Shanghai People’s Square, crossing Nanjing Road, then turning into the small streets and alleys near the Bund to reach the Suzhou River. I strolled along the Suzhou River from north to south, then proceeded to the Huangpu River to admire the night views of Lujiazui, the Bund, and Nanjing Road. Finally, I returned to People’s Square to take the subway back to my hotel. This was a truly perfect itinerary, spanning from daytime to nighttime, allowing me to fully experience the sights and essence of Shanghai.
Follow my circular route to explore the sights of Shanghai. First, take in the scenery at People’s Square in downtown Shanghai. This is National Highway 318, also known as China’s premier scenic highway. This route passes through my hometown in Sichuan, and driving along National Highway 318 is a dream for many travelers. Here you’ll find numerous Shanghai landmarks, including the museum, grand theater, and planning exhibition hall.
