The Bund, Shanghai

The Bund, or as the Chinese call it “Wai Tan (外滩)”, is a historically and culturally significant waterfront district in Shanghai. It combines Western colonial architecture with modern skyscrapers. 💫 Why should you visit here? ✨ 1. 🏛️ Classical Western architecture The Bund is home to more than 50 European-style buildings that were once the headquarters of foreign banks and companies during the colonial period, such as Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical, giving this place a unique charm and classicism. 2. 🌆 Day and night views Both during the day, you can see the tall buildings and the Huangpu River, or at night, the lights from the tall buildings reflect beautifully on the river. This is another reason why the Bund is a must-see viewpoint. 🌙 3. 🚶♂️ Take a walk along the river You can enjoy a leisurely walk along the Huangpu River. This wide promenade is full of relaxation and offers a 360-degree view. 🏞️ 4. 🚢 Huangpu River Cruise If you want to see the Bund from a different angle, a Huangpu River cruise is a good choice. The view on both sides of the river will make you feel like you are in an old Chinese movie. 🚤 How to get to the Bund 🚇 MRT: Take Line 2 (Green Line) and get off at East Nanjing Road Station (南京东路) or Nanjing East Road Station (南京东路), then walk for only 5-10 minutes. 🚋 Admission fee 🎟️ The Bund is a place that is open to the public for free! You can walk along the waterfront and enjoy the view without any charge. 💸 Nearby attractions 🗺️ 📍Oriental Pearl Tower: A unique tower where you can go up and see Shanghai from a high angle. 🏰 📍Shanghai Museum: A museum with a very interesting collection of Chinese art and antiques. 🖼️ 📍Nanjing Road: Shanghai's largest and busiest shopping street. Here you can shop and stroll all day long. 🛍️ Summary 📌 The Bund is a must-visit place when you visit Shanghai! Whether you come to admire the ancient architecture or enjoy the beautiful view of the Huangpu River and the modern skyscrapers on the opposite bank, the Bund will give you an experience you can't find anywhere else. 🌟 #TravelChina #Shanghai