Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Shanghai, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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China Overview
China’s economic miracle has awoken the dragon from its slumbers and propelled it to the forefront of the global economy. In just 30 years, the still staunchly communist country has... read more
Shanghai Overview
Shanghai is said by many to be the driving force behind China’s rampant economy. One look at the skyline of its financial district Pudong with its forest of cranes and shiny new offices... read more
Tourism
Tourism is playing an increasingly important role in Shanghai’s economy. Overseas arrivals through Shanghai customs doubled from 890,000 in 1990 to 1.8 million in 2000, and by 2005 that... read more
International Relations
The country’s economic might gives it plenty of political clout in the global arena. It maintains good relations with the rest of the world in general, despite the thorny issues of Taiwan... read more
Government & Politics
The People’s Republic of China has been run by the Communist Party of China since its foundation in 1949. The head of state is President Hu Jintao, who holds the three most powerful... read more
