About Shanghai
East and west, ancient and modern – that about sums up Shanghai. While it is right recognised as a commercial and financial heavyweight, it would be wrong for prospective visitors to view Shanghai as nothing more than a flashy statement of excess. It is possible to go deeper into the city’s soul, along the Bund promenade, for example, which features 1920s architecture and impressive views across the river. Food is at the core of social life here, and it's not uncommon to have high-powered business people seal another deal while enjoying the cuisine.