Shanghai is one of the largest cities in the world and is rapidly growing to become one of the leading travel destinations in the world. This Chinese metropolis is one of the region's main business destinations however more and more tourists visit Shanghai each year.

Anyone planning a trip to this wonderful travel destination should visit the attractions listed and reviewed in this article. Enjoy your visit to this impressive city and be sure to share your experience with your friends and relatives.

Jade Buddha Temple

Shanghai is home to a number of outstanding Buddhist temples and shrine. The Jade Buddha Temple is the most famous and popular Buddhist temple in town. If you plan to visit this impressive attraction then be sure to have a look at the unique images of the heavenly kings.

Shopping

The city also has plenty of great shopping opportunities. Prices for many goods and items are considerably cheaper then what you would expect to pay in Europe or in the States. The premier shopping destination in this large Chinese city is Nanjing Road which is home to over six hundred shops and department stores.

The Bund

No visit to Shanghai can possibly be complete without a visit to the Bund. This famous land mark is located on eastern banks of the Huangpu River. Local residents often visit the Bund during the evening hours and there is plenty of entertainment including dancing and singing. You can also enjoy the wide range of different architectural styles of the building in the area.

Yuyuan Garden

Yuyuan Garden is also known as the Happy Garden and was build over four hundred years ago in the Ming Dynasty. Not only can visitors enjoy the beautiful greenery at the Yuyuan Garden but also a wide range of different attractions including historic building, artifacts and the well known Exquisite Jade Rock.

The Shanghai Museum

If you are interested in learning more about Chinese culture and history then you should definitely visit the Shanghai Museum. Visitors can also view exhibitions about Chinese architecture, local art work and historic artifacts. There is also a wonderful library housing over two hundred thousand art books at this museum.

Wild Animal Park

The Wild Animal Park is one of the largest of its kind and is home to over ten thousand animals. The park is divided into two areas. One area is accessible for visitors on foot whilst the other is only accessible for visitors traveling by bus.