Shanghai - what to do?
Only been here for a couple of months and I've been asked about what to do in Shanghai.
After 2 months, I think it is an amazing city but not the most attractive place to visit.
My suggestions:
1. Drinks. The Bund is a great place to wander after the removal of the road next to the coastline and the restoration of the buildings by 2010. Right now, its a traffic logged construction site full of dusty buildings. The historical Peace Hotel is closed. The best view of the Bund is the Haagen Daas/Starbucks outside Superbrand Mall along Pudong Da Dao. Or better from the Cloud 9 bar on the 88th floor of the Grand Hyatt.
2. Eat. Shanghai hosts a pletoria of dining options for every appetites. From the glitzy Jean Georges on the Bund to homely affordable options in the historical French Concessionaire. I haven't been impressed with the quality of food here in general, having come from a gastronomical heaven in Singapore. My favourites so far include Thai food at Coconut Paradise along Fuxing Lu, Yunannese specialities at Southern Barbarian and the smoothies at Element Fresh.
3. Shop. Shanghai is retail crazy with the high end malls Plaza 66 in Nanjing Xi Lu or knockoffs galore at Qipu Lu and the underground mall at the S&T museum. The experience can be very draining and jarring to a first time visitor to China but the bargaining process is a good introduction to Shanghainese histrionics. I just love wandering through the markets to see the sights and sounds. Moganshan Lu is a veritable treasure throve of art and of gentrification in progress.
4. Party. This city is one of the most affordable clubbing capitals in Asia if you can put up with the smoke. The balcony at Attica has the most stunning views of the river along with an very happening crowd. Haven't found a good club so fa but my usual routine will be to start the weekend with drinks at Eddys and then check out the new dance floor at Shanghai Studio (knowing the DJ helps!)
5. Get out. Hangzhou, with its fabled West Lake, is a mere hour away by fast train from Shanghai train station. If you're into Chinese gardens, Suzhou is further north and assessible by train or private car. Both destinations are feasible day trips and will add the final traditional touches to your Chinese experience.
After 2 months, I think it is an amazing city but not the most attractive place to visit.
My suggestions:
1. Drinks. The Bund is a great place to wander after the removal of the road next to the coastline and the restoration of the buildings by 2010. Right now, its a traffic logged construction site full of dusty buildings. The historical Peace Hotel is closed. The best view of the Bund is the Haagen Daas/Starbucks outside Superbrand Mall along Pudong Da Dao. Or better from the Cloud 9 bar on the 88th floor of the Grand Hyatt.
2. Eat. Shanghai hosts a pletoria of dining options for every appetites. From the glitzy Jean Georges on the Bund to homely affordable options in the historical French Concessionaire. I haven't been impressed with the quality of food here in general, having come from a gastronomical heaven in Singapore. My favourites so far include Thai food at Coconut Paradise along Fuxing Lu, Yunannese specialities at Southern Barbarian and the smoothies at Element Fresh.
3. Shop. Shanghai is retail crazy with the high end malls Plaza 66 in Nanjing Xi Lu or knockoffs galore at Qipu Lu and the underground mall at the S&T museum. The experience can be very draining and jarring to a first time visitor to China but the bargaining process is a good introduction to Shanghainese histrionics. I just love wandering through the markets to see the sights and sounds. Moganshan Lu is a veritable treasure throve of art and of gentrification in progress.
4. Party. This city is one of the most affordable clubbing capitals in Asia if you can put up with the smoke. The balcony at Attica has the most stunning views of the river along with an very happening crowd. Haven't found a good club so fa but my usual routine will be to start the weekend with drinks at Eddys and then check out the new dance floor at Shanghai Studio (knowing the DJ helps!)
5. Get out. Hangzhou, with its fabled West Lake, is a mere hour away by fast train from Shanghai train station. If you're into Chinese gardens, Suzhou is further north and assessible by train or private car. Both destinations are feasible day trips and will add the final traditional touches to your Chinese experience.
posted by Colin at 11:47 AM
1 Comments:
Hi Colin
After a few months still *blur blur* meh?
I am sure there are fella "family members" in Shanghai that u can hang out with.
p/s: I still "dunno" which one is u despite that 2 sms messages...haha!
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