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Birthed from a humble fishing port, this gateway to the Yanzi River was snatched by the British, tugged at by the French and parcelled out into different settlements in the 1800's. By the early 20th century this was the fastest growing city in Asia, bred and fed on the luxuries of tea, opium and silk. The area became known for decadence, vice and explotation; opium dens and brothels springing up fast and furiously and managed by organised gangs and mafia groups.
European businessmen and political powers all had their stakes in the thriving industries, with European imperialism being blamed for the exploitation of the poverty tricken workforce. This was the ideal breeding ground for radicalism, which led to the formation of the Chinese Communist Party here in 1921. Once in power the CCP efficiently dealt with the slums, opium problem and child labour but also putting an end to the voracious growth of the city. Parts of the old Shanghai are still to be seen today, alongside the new growth spurt of modern buildings and economic activity. |
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Shanghai Museum - An architectural statement quite unlike the usual stuffy musem stereotype. This impressive building houses stunning displays of the riches of the Orient-culteral, historical and archaeological.You will need at least a day to leisurely take everything in.
Huangpu Jiang River trip - Take a trip which will reward you with great views of the Bund and interesting sights on the riverfront. Huge freighters and navy vessels, with drifting sampans and little junk boats weaving inbetween. These all create a colourful sight in one of the worlds largest ports.
Nanjing Donglu - Take a walk down the Golden mile of China to admire buildings from the old era and glimses of the opulence of the Shanghai of the early 1900's.
Sun Zhongshan Guju - A former residence of Sun Yatsen, the famous revolutionary, furnished in the style of former days. |
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Yang's Kitchen - Hengshan Lu. Tuck into the delicious eggplant with porkmince or lemon chicken for a gastronomic delight. Very reasonably priced and consistantly good eating.
Fulin Xuan - Sinan Lu. Reputed to serve the best dim sum in Shanghai, this should be worth a try.
Xiao Shaoxing - Yunnan Lu. This restaurant is famous for their "white cut chicken" which sounds like a good low cholesterol meal but with great Chinese zing.
Grape Restaurant - 55 Zinle Lu. This well known and popular restaurant is always a winner and has great service and an English menu- so that you can be sure of what you're ordering, for once! |
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Fest Brew House - 11 Hankou Lu. Quaff the beer brewed on site at this enjoyable venue near to the Bund.
Cotton Club - Huaihai Lu. Not exactly a flapper club but a nice place to listen to the blues bands that play here on a regular basis.
Goya's - 359 Xinhua Lu. Don your jacket and tie for a sophisticated vodka martini and cigar, a short distance form the Crowne Plaza. |
| Bars & Teahouses & Clubs - by William from Canada - 2006-09-05 | | Hard Rock Cafe
Add: #1376 W. Nanjing Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62798133
Description: It provides a spirited atmosphere to drink and listen to live pop and rock music
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
The Cotton Club
Add: #1428 Huaihai Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64377110
Description: It boasts best live blues and jazz acts in Shanghai.
Open Hours: 7:30PM-midnight
Park 97
Add: #2 Gaolan Rd. Fuxing Park, Shanghai
Tel: 63180785
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
Caribe
Add: #878 Julu Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62495512
Description: It's one of the few places in Shanghai with salsa dancing.
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
BUFF
Add: #1088 Liyang Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 56714936
Description: Underground club popular with students.
Open Hours: 7PM-2AM
Rojan Disco
Add: #283 Huaihai Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64335086
Description: With the "American-style" disco, it is popular with local young people.
Open Hours: 8PM-1AM
Jurassic Pub
Add: #8 S. Maoming Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62534627
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
Heat
Add: 5/F, Grand Gateway Plaza, #1 Hongqiao Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 54510002
Description: One of the most popular disc bars in Shanghai.
Open Hours: 7PM-midnight
Judy's Place
Add: entrance on Changle Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64370667
Description: It serves German draught beer and food with dancing.
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
KK Disco
Add: #558 Kaixuan Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62127318
Description: It's always crowded with young people.
Open Hours: 7PM-2AM
Peace Hotel
Add: #8 S. Maoming Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62534627
Description: German-style pub famous for their house band--Peace Hotel Old Jazz Band--made up of men in their 60s and 70s who played jazz in dance halls.
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
Blues and Jazz
Add: #44 Sinan Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 63272475
Description: It boasts one of the best collections of jazz CDs in Shanghai.
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
Golden Age
Add: #918 Huaihai Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64158818
Description: One of the most luxury Nightclubs in Shanghai.
Open Hours: 8PM-midnight
Tangyun Teahouse
Add: #199 Hengshan Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 34060126
Open Hours: 8AM-11PM
source:http://www.china-tour.cn/cityguides/Shanghai_Nightlife.htm |
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