Shanghai is one of China’s major centers for trade, technology, manufacturing, and transportation. The city is also home to more than 250 public parks, most of which offer free admission. It feels futuristic, energetic, and globally connected.

Our Impression
Shanghai feels bold and confidently metropolitan – a city shaped by riverfront skylines, leafy urban parks, and neighborhoods where Chinese traditions meet a calm, everyday rhythm. Its blend of innovation, green spaces, and a steady cosmopolitan pulse gives it a textured, distinctive character that feels unmistakably Shanghai.

Did You Know…
Shanghai’s Lujiazui district – with landmarks like the Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl – forms one of the world’s most recognizable modern skylines, anchoring the city’s global identity.