Shanghai is well known for its European style architecture, and a walk along The Bund (外滩 wàitān) is one of the best places to witness this. The Bund was one of my favorite areas in Shanghai because of its magnificent views and open space to walk along the Huangpi River. In Shanghai, unlike other cities in China, the buildings are well designed, clean, and stately. In my opinion, the evening is the best time to see The Bund as the buildings light up and make the views even more stunning. Below is part one of my photo series on Shanghai. I’ve chosen some of my favorite buildings in Shanghai, including skyline shots, a church, and several examples of the European style architecture that makes Shanghai so unique.
Comparing the Shanghai Skyline on a Sunny Versus Smoggy Day
A Church Off Nanjing Xi Road in the Huangpu District
Religion is still a highly sensitive issue in China, but some 5% of Chinese consider themselves Christian. Here is a brick Church just off of a busy intersection in the Hunagpu District of Shanghai.
European Architecture at The Bund
I love the Bund!!! I remember the first time I went there, it was on a weekend trip from my small rural city Keqiao and wow was I blown away! I felt like I stepped right into Europe, I had to pinch myself, I could have been anywhere, England, France, Italy take your pick!
Though on a smoggy day it’s not so charming and European!!! :(
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