Shanghai is known as a vibrant and lively international metropolis which is visited by people from all over the world. Visitors are generally amazed by the special atmosphere evident in the city which blends a rich heritage of ancient Chinese culture with modern day skyscrapers housing the business centers that enjoy international acclaim.
If you are planning to go on a business trip to Shanghai for the first time, it is quite possible that you have selected a few hotels that you might consider residing in. However, why not look at a better option like serviced apartments Shanghai and enjoy the space of a hotel suite for the price of a room. Shanghai has limited space and the bustling city with many skyscrapers offers pricey accommodation options. With its distance from the other international business centers, it is quite common for businessmen to stay there for longer durations. For this reason a reasonable accommodation is preferred by many.
Attractions in Shanghai
When looking for an apartment in Shanghai, the first criteria you should use to select the facility is the location from your business. Make sure you reside close to where you need to spend most of your time during your trip to China. This will allow you to save time in commuting and money on taxi fare. The second thing to look at is the ambience of the Shanghai accommodation. You can choose to reside in a quiet neighborhood or select accommodation Shanghai which is located in a bustling neighborhood surrounded by malls, restaurants or nightclubs. The best thing about a Shanghai apartments is that you can entertain guests and business partners in the privacy and comfort of your room rather than hire a meeting room in the hotel or discuss important issues in a Shanghai hotel lobby.
Nanjing Road Excursion
The most popular commercial district in Shanghai is the Nanjing Road which has over 600 retail outlets for you to enjoy and browse through to pick up a bargain when shopping. If you are traveling with your family on this business trip then they can spend their days in this locality while you attend to business.
Yuyuan Garden an Architectural Delight
The Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai offers a serene and calm place to unwind in the midst of ancient Ming and Qing architectural styles. The Grand rockery at the center of the garden is truly a visual delight. There is a variety of street food and snack shops spread around this area for you to enjoy an evening out in the company of family and friends or just strolled alone in the garden.
Shanghai Xin Tian Di the Vibrant Street in Shanghai
If you want to see a good blend of history and culture combined with modern-day lifestyles, then the street is the place to be. This street has contemporary architecture blended with the classic Shikumen style. It is a reflection of the leisurely lifestyle of the younger crowd and offers activities to suit their requirements and profile.
By: Brain Mask
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Making The Most Of Your Visit To Shanghai
November 4th, 2009Posted in Articles
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Thean Hou Temple, a Synergy of Architectural Styles
October 24th, 2009Construction began at the 6,760 square meters (1.67 acres) plot of land on top of the Robson Heights, near the Lorong Bellamy in 1981. The site looks over the Jalan Syed Putra or the federal Highway. The building that was constructed was the Thean Hou Temple. The temple is a Chinese temple and has six levels. Construction at the site was completed in 1987; however the Thean Hou Temple was formally opened to the public in 1989. The Thean Hou Temple is situated in the city of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia and is a major attraction.
The land and building is owned by the Persatuan Hainan Selangor and Wilayah Persekutuan or in English known as the Selangor and Federal Territory Hainan Association, and the site is also maintained by this same group. The Thean Hou Temple was constructed by the Hainanese community that lives in the city of Kuala Lumpur. The Thean Hou Temple is consecrated to the Chinese goddess Tian Hou who known as the Heavenly Mother.
The Thean Hou Temple combines architectural elements of Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. The grandiose architecture is a major attraction to the tourists. The Taoism temple itself is a combination of contemporary and ancient architectural styles.
The Thean Hou Temple consists of a Prayer Hall, a Wishing Well, Chinese Medicinal Herbs Garden, a Tortoise Pond, statues of the goddess Tian Hou and various other depictions and also a statue set among the rocks near a waterfall of the goddess Guan Yin. The goddess Guan Yin is the goddess of Mercy.
There are many festival and special event held at the temple. So if one is in the area and planning to spend a few nights there then obviously one should find a serviced residence in Kuala Lumpur. A good place that offers Kuala Lumpur serviced apartments is the Ascott Kuala Lumpur.
By: Naveen Marasinghe
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