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The branch in Fuxing Park is the best of all in Shanghai. Created by WebStudio. It is the largest city in China and the eighth largest city in the world. Shanghai has a population of Widely regarded as the citadel of China's modern economy, the city also serves as one of the most important cultural, commercial, financial, industrial and communications centers of China. Shanghai also has one of the world's busiest ports, and has become the largest cargo port in the world.
Originally, Shanghai was a seaside fishing village and with time, became China's most prominent city. By the 20th century, Shanghai became the center of popular culture, intellectual discourse and political intrigue in the Republic of China. In the late 19th century and early 20th century, Shanghai was considered the largest commercial city in the Far East, and the third largest financial center in the world, ranking after New York City and London. Shanghai continues to grow and prosper, meeting the aspirations of the 21st century, whilst retaining its proud traditions of service and hospitality.
The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Mansion and Pudong International Airport are the modern symbols of an international metropolis, whilst the Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Grand Theatre and Shanghai City Planning Exhibition Center are evidence of the extensive and deep passion of a great city that extends a warm welcome to friends from all over the world.
Since the beginning of its development in when plans were first announced, Pudong has emerged as China's financial and commercial hub. To travel by taxi in the Pudong area, where all the congress hotels are located, costs approximately 1Euro. The vernacular language is Shanghainese, a dialect of Wu Chinese; while the official language is Standard Mandarin.
The local dialect is mutually unintelligible with Mandarin, and is an inseparable part of the Shanghainese identity. The Shanghainese dialect today is a mixture of standard Wu Chinese as spoken in Suzhou, with the dialects of Ningbo and other nearby regions whose peoples have migrated to Shanghai in large numbers since the 20th Century. Nearly all Shanghainese under the age of 40 can speak Mandarin fluently. Fluency in foreign languages is unevenly distributed. Most senior residents who received a university education before the revolution, and those who worked in foreign enterprises, can speak English.
Those under the age of 26 have had contact with English since primary school, as English is taught as a mandatory course starting at Grade 1. Shanghai, a vigorous and energetic international metro-polis, welcomes people from all over the world to enjoy its special atmosphere. This modern metropolis with its rich heritage of ancient Chinese culture has much to see and do.
The visitor to Shanghai having marveled at the city's modern architecture and historical sites will be further rewarded when going to see neighboring water towns like Zhujiajiao and Qibao Ancient Town.
Here is another world where ancient houses huddle by the rivers running through the towns that with their flagstone-paved roads and typical local flavors will be sure to slow your pace as you savor their traditions.
As the locals in Shanghai put it, "Blessed are those born in Shanghai as they have the most chances to taste delicious food. Therefore, it may be safely said that you can enjoy all the best food from home and abroad when in Shanghai. Sichuan Cuisine and Cantonese Cuisine were more fashionable here years ago but the former is too hot and does not appeal to the local's taste while the latter is considered expensive; consequently Benbang Dishes are regaining popularity again.
Since you are in Shanghai, why not do as the local does? Try the snacks and Benbang that way you can enjoy your time in Shanghai to the full! Night Life. Night life in Shanghai is gentle and colorful because life here is much more than life itself.
It is elegant. Welcome Note. Organizing Committee. Scientific Committees. Time Table. Scientific Program. Abstract Submission. Poster Presentation. General Information. Shanghai is a young city by Chinese standards. Up until the s, it was little more than a fishing outpost. The treaty that ended part one of the war opened Shanghai as an international port city, and opium itself turned it into a depraved and decadent haunt that has never really escaped its s reputation.
Yuz Museum is housed in an old airplane hangar and highlights contemporary pieces. Rockbund Art Museum is free and always has a unique exhibition going on.
Shanghai Museum of Glass will convince you that glass is much more than purely functional. These ancient areas built on canals offer a tranquil getaway from the fast-paced city centre.
Some are more commercialised than others, but all offer a beautiful look into traditional bridges and houses that once typified this area of the country. One town, Qibao, is even accessible by metro. If, for some mysterious reason, you get tired of Shanghai itself, go to one of its nine mini-towns that are modelled after places like Great Britain, Sweden, Italy, Germany and Spain.
You can practically do a whole world tour without stepping outside of the city. Plus, there are tons of great under-the-radar spots just a short distance from the city. Worried about not speaking the language when you visit a new place? Even large international cities like Beijing require at least a pocket dictionary in order to navigate.
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