Personal Choice Areas

Shanghai's iconic waterfront area showcasing colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers

Personal Choice Areas

Key Information

Best Time to Visit

Evening for night views

Architectural Style

European colonial

Length

1.5 kilometers

Historical Period

1920s-1940s

The Bund is a famous waterfront area in central Shanghai along the Huangpu River. Known for its spectacular skyline views, it features 52 buildings of various architectural styles including Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical. The area represents Shanghai's historical development from a colonial treaty port to a modern global financial center.

Things to Do

  • Walk along the waterfront promenade
  • Take river cruise on Huangpu River
  • Photograph the Pudong skyline
  • Visit historical buildings
  • Enjoy night illumination show