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From Hong Kong to Hong Kong
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The biggest city in China, Shanghai is located on the country’s central coast and boasts a population of 24.5 million people, making it one of the world’s most populous cities.
Shanghai is also one of the biggest financial and economic players globally. The city’s port is the world’s busiest on the container front.
If you want to really get to know Shanghai, visit in the months of October and November. These Northern Hemisphere autumn months boast:
The peak tourist season here is June-August.
Shanghai is full of seemingly controversial characteristics that work so well together in this unique city:
There is so much to do in Shanghai, you will never be bored! Although, the city’s art scene is not as hyped up as the one in Beijing, Shanghai is full of creativity that’s awe-inspiring:
Shanghai’s architectural style is completely versatile. The city is home to the Shanghai Tower, the world’s second-tallest tower and various other impressive skyscrapers. However, strolling around the city, you’ll notice that there are also plenty of:
Join the locals in their favourite pastimes of shopping and eating – there are endless opportunities for that in Shanghai:
A great number of cruise lines offer itineraries that include Shanghai, below are some of the most popular ones:
Some of them will depart from Sydney: