Sleepless in Shanghai? Here’s Why

Due to its status as the largest economic center and trade port in China, Shanghai has also become an important hub of science and technology, trade, finance, and information. All these things coming together in one place means that Shanghai is often first on the scene not only in technological innovations, but also cutting-edge discoveries in cuisine food, attractions, and spectacular urban landscapes. Shanghai’s location in the middle of China’s eastern coastline makes for convenient transportation and an excellent, accessible travel destination overall.

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1. Shanghai’s Climate and Environment

Shanghai has four distinct seasons so travelers can plan their trip according to which season or weather they prefer. However most tourism experts generally recommend visiting Shanghai in June, when the temperature fluctuates between highs of 30o Celsius (86 Fahrenheit) and lows of around 20o (68 Fahrenheit). There’s little rain during this time, giving you ample opportunity to really go out and experience all that Shanghai has to offer, from walks along the Bund to meandering through “stone gate” houses to, of course, some of the most memorable meals you’ll have in China!
例句:
nǐ  huì  hěn  kuài  xí  guàn  shàng  hǎi  de  qì  hòu .
你   会   很      快  习    惯    上    海     的    气    候。
You will get used to the climate of Shanghai soon.

2. Shanghai’s Food Culture

Foodies from all over the world know that Shanghai is a “must” along their Chinese travel route – whether it’s cultural mashups, traditional southern Chinese dishes, or unique Shanghai flavors there is something for every palette. If you’re feeling fancy, you might just want to book a table at a local Shanghainese fine dining establishment known for the quality of its raw ingredients, whether you can find dishes like油爆河虾 (yóu bào hé xiā) flash-fried river shrimp, 油酱毛蟹油酱毛蟹 (yóu jiàng máo xiè ) hairy crab in oil sauce, and 黄焖栗子鸡(huáng mèn lì zǐ jī) stewed chicken and chestnuts.

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例句:
wǒ  tīng  péng  you  shuō ,shàng  hǎi  de  zǎo  cān  hěn  yǒu   tè   sè .
我    听     朋      友      说,    上      海     的    早    餐    很   有    特   色。
I heard from friends that breakfast in Shanghai is very special.

3. Some Scenic Spots Worth Visiting in Shanghai
(1) Modern architecture

If man-made wonders pique your interest, any (or all!) of these locations belong on your destination list – from an architectural perspective alone they are absolutely astonishing to behold, with impressiveness coming from their sheer size as well as their aesthetics.
-The Oriental Pearl TV Tower 东方明珠电视塔 ( dōng fāng míng zhū diàn shì tǎ )
-Jinmao Tower 金茂大厦 ( jīn mào dà shà )
-World Financial Center 环球金融中心 ( huán qiú jīn róng zhōng xīn )
-Shanghai Center Tower上海中心大厦 ( shàng hǎi zhōng xīn dà shà )

(2) Natural scenery

For those of you who prefer nature and to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, there are plenty of green spaces to explore as well in and around Shanghai city proper, too! Check out one of these spots to calm your mind and relax.
-Sheshan National Forest Park 佘山国家森林公园 ( shé shān guó jiā sēn lín gōng yuán )
-Dongtan World Geopark 东滩世界地质公园 ( dōng tān shì jiè dì zhì gōng yuán )
-Shanghai Wildlife Park 上海野生动物园 ( shàng hǎi yě shēng dòng wù yuán )
-Shanghai Botanical Garden 上海植物园 ( shàng hǎi zhí wù yuán )

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例句:
shàng  hǎi  de  dì  biāo  yǒu  dōng  fāng  míng  zhū  diàn  shì   tǎ ,
上       海     的   地    标   有     东     方     明      珠      电    视   塔,
jīn mào dà shà ,huán qiú jīn róng zhōng xīn děng.
金  茂   大    厦,  环    球    金    融   中    心    等。
The landmarks of Shanghai include the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Tower, World Financial Center.

Regardless of where your interests lie, or your reasons for coming to China, Shanghai has something for you. While some of the early influences were European in origin, Shanghai’s unique history and location have brought forth a truly wonderful, and special place among the vast number of cities in China.

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