Looking back a century, the magical city was called Shanghai

Today, I want to introduce a place that was originally the site of the Shanghai Race Club in modern times after the city's opening as a treaty port. Many tourist friends know that Shanghai has a Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, ranked among the top in China and even the world. Some who know Shanghai a bit better might be aware of a city center called People's Square, which connects to the West Nanjing Road commercial district, stretching all the way to Jing'an Temple and Jiangsu Road. But in the past, People's Square wasn't naturally a square. On the contrary, in modern Shanghai, People's Square was a horse racing track. Therefore, the place I want to introduce to you today—the former Shanghai Art Museum, now the Shanghai History Museum, located at 325 West Nanjing Road, Huangpu District—is a must-visit spot in Shanghai. The reason I recommend it is, of course, the introduction to ancient, modern, and contemporary Shanghai that you shouldn't miss. More importantly, this place offers a detailed and profound understanding of the city of Shanghai. The transportation here is convenient: take Exit 11 at People's Square Station on Metro Lines 1, 2, or 8. People's Square is a must-visit for many tourists, with iconic buildings like the Park Hotel, Grand Theater, Shanghai Museum, and Grand Cinema all located nearby. After visiting, you'll feel that Shanghai is a revolutionary city, a striving city, and above all, a city of the people—a city of innovation and development. The future of Shanghai will surely include the presence of you, me, and everyone else. What you absolutely can't miss, in my opinion, is the architectural styles and designs from modern Shanghai. From a single brick to a piece of glass, the handrails, steps, and even the arrangement and placement of exhibits, everything is imbued with the rich Shanghai-style charm and culture. When you step into the Race Club, besides relaxing, you can also enjoy the stunning city skyline of Shanghai from the rooftop restaurant and bar—a truly breathtaking view.