Shanghai is the commercial center of China. It is a booming city on the Huangpu River that seems to grow every day. However, Shanghai still clings to its fascinating history, some of which can be seen in the pictures below that I made on a visit to Shanghai with Viking River Cruises and Silversea Cruises.
Shanghai Pictures
Shanghai Street Vendor on the Bund
Shanghai, China - Street Scene Along the Bund
The Customs House on the Bund in Shanghai
The Peace Hotel in Shanghai, China
European Architecture on the Bund in Shanghai
Oriental Pearl Tower of Shanghai
Shanghai's Streets Are Filled with Bicycles!
Shanghai Street Scene with Ubiquitous McDonald's Restaurant
Pepsi Signs Along Nanjing Road in Shanghai
Shanghai, China - Yu Yuan Bazaar and Shopping Area
Spring Flowers in Shanghai's Yu Yuan Garden
Koi Goldfish Pond in Yu Yuan Garden in Shanghai
Yu Yuan Gardens in Shanghai with Bund Centre in the Distance
Exquisite Jade Rock of the Yu Yuan Gardens of Shanghai
Male Lion Guarding Entrance in Yu Yuan Garden in Shanghai
Pavilion in Yu Yuan Garden in Shanghai
Yu Yuan Garden Pavilion, Rocks, and Pond
Shanghai, China - View of the Bund from the Deck of the Silver Shadow
Pudong Area of Shanghai, China
Shanghai, China - River View of Pudong
Huangpu River in Shanghai and the Bund
View of Shanghai from Top of Oriental Pearl Tower
Silversea Silver Shadow on the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China
Bronze Lion from the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank on the Bund
Shanghai, China - Exhibit at the Shanghai History Museum
Shanghai, China - Jade Screen at the Shanghai History Museum
Jade Screen at the Shanghai History Museum
Shanghai, China - Jin Mao Tower
Shanghai, China - Shanghai Street Scene
Shanghai, China - Shanghai Museum
Ancient Bronze Bells in the Shanghai Museum
Ceramic Horse at the Shanghai Museum
Chinese Costume at the Shanghai Museum
Shanghai Museum Exhibit of Colorful Boats
Shanghai, China - Antique Furniture Exhibit
Shanghai Museum Furniture Gallery
Shanghai, China - People's Park "Squid on a Stick" Grill
Wuxi and the Grand Canal, China
Wuxi is famous for its location on the Grand Canal and for its proximity to Lake Tai. The area around Wuxi is known for its mulberry trees and silk production.
Grand Canal Work Boat - Wuxi, China
Boat and Living Quarters on the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Doing Laundry in the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Bridge Over the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Apartments Overlooking the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Navigating a Boat on the Busy Grand Canal of China
Tug Pulling Barge on the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Tour Boat on the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China
Floating Restaurant at the Hubin Hotel in Wuxi, China
Cucumber, Bean, and Ant Salad in China
Wuxi, China - Bridge Over Lake Tai
Chinese Silk Cocoon Reeling Demonstration
Chinese Silk Cocoon Reeling Demonstration - Close Up Photo
Jichang Chinese Garden Outside Xihui Park in Wuxi
Musicians Entertain Silver Shadow Passengers in Jichang Garden
Wuxi, China - Cruise Ship Port of Call
Nanjing, China - Ancient Chinese Capital on the Yangtze River
Nanjing is an interesting mix of ancient Chinese history and modern architecture. We visited a wonderful market area in Nanjing.
Zhonghua Gate in Nanjing, China
Ancient Zhonghua Gate and the Modern City of Nanjing, China
Street Scene in Nanjing, China
Nanjing, China - Fuzi Miao Market Area
Fuzi Miao Market and Canals in Nanjing, China
Nanjing, China - Reconstructed Qing Dynasty Pavilion
Nanjing, China - McDonald's Restaurant in Market Area
Rabbits for Sale in Nanjing, China Market
Park Near Nanjing China and Ming Tombs
Small Twin Chinese Boys Along Sacred Path at Ming Tombs in Nanjing
Mythical Stone Chinease Creature the Kykin
Sailing Along the Lower Yangtze River
The lower Yangtze from Nanjing to the sea is packed with interesting river traffic of all shapes, sizes, and condition.
Bridge Over the Yangtze River in China Near Nanjing
Sailing the Yangtze River on the Silver Shadow - River Traffic
Sailing the Yangtze River on the Silver Shadow in the Late Afternoon
Odd-looking Vessel on the Lower Yangtze River of China
The Yangtze River Delta Area Is Flat and Very Wide
Large Tanker and Small Sampan Cruise Side-by-Side on the Yangtze River in China
Sampan on the Yangtze River in China
Flotilla of Barges on the Yangtze River
Sailing the Yangtze on the Viking Century Star - Cruise Tour Photos from Yangtze River Cruise from Chongqing to the Three Gorges Dam
Photos © 2004 Linda Garrison, licensed to About.com, Inc.
