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The Bund

The Bund

A riverfront promenade of colonial buildings facing Pudong's skyline.

Photo: 钉钉, CC BY-SA 4.0
  • TypeWaterfront
  • CountryChina
  • BaseShanghai
  • Coordinates31.2380, 121.4861
The Bund is a waterfront area and a protected historical district in central Shanghai. The area centers on a section of Zhongshan Road within the former Shanghai International Settlement, which runs along the western bank of the Huangpu River in the eastern part of Huangpu. The area along the river faces the modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui in Pudong.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Visiting tips

  • Come after dark when both sides are lit up.
  • Best season in China: April to May and September to October.
  • Carry water, sun protection and clothing suitable for religious sites where relevant.

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Where to stay nearby

The most convenient base is Shanghai. Recommended areas: The Bund / People's Square (historic and central); Former French Concession (plane trees, cafés and boutiques); Pudong / Lujiazui (skyscraper views).

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