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Most of Shanghai's attractions are city sights, so the change of seasons has little impact. However, given the weather, it is recommended to visit in spring or autumn, for winter might get too cold and summer too hot for comfort. There is also the possibility of typhoons during summertime and even early autumn. Try …

Shanghai has two airports one of them is the international airport in Pudong, 35 km from the city centre. From the Pudong Airport, the most enthralling way to travel is on the Maglev (the high-speed magnetic-rail train) to Longyang Road in Pudong. There is an underground station and a taxi rank at Longyang Road for …

Another airport called Hongqiao Airport, which handles domestic flights, lies 15 km from downtown. Both Metro and buses run from this airport. A taxi from Hongquiao Airport will take 30-45 minutes. Make sure you have your destination written in Chinese. Hongqiao Airport has regular shuttle buses to many areas in the city. The major …

If you fly into Shanghai’s International Airport in Pudong, be sure to take the Maglev into town rather than a taxi or regular metro. The Maglev is China’s futuristic magnetic levitation train and the fastest ride in its technological repertoire. The journey only lasts a few minutes, but during that time the train can …

Due to the Internet policy of China, certain websites and applications are not accessible from the mainland, including those very commonly used in the West (Facebook, Instagram, X, Google, Skype and more). Some travellers have been able to gain access to those via a VPN service (installed prior to arrival in China). Make sure you …

The Shanghai Metro is an efficient, affordable, and user-friendly mode of transportation for visitors. Its network has over 400 stations connecting major business districts, tourist attractions, residential areas, and airports. All metro stations and trains have signs and announcements in both Chinese and English, making it easier for non-Chinese speakers to navigate. Trains run …

Buses in Shanghai are usually busy and the network can be complicated to negotiate for non-speakers of Chinese. The 911, which runs along Huaihai Road, can be useful. Keep some loose change when travelling by bus, coins need to be placed in the slot at the …

In Shanghai, finding a taxi is generally easy, especially in busy areas, commercial districts, and nearby hotels and tourist attractions. Ride-sharing apps like DiDi, the most popular in China, offer a convenient alternative to traditional …

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In China, the standard voltage is 220V at a frequency of 50Hz. There are three kinds of sockets widely used in Mainland China: type A, C, and I. Type C, which has two round pins, is the one commonly seen in most European …

The main post office in Shanghai is located at 276 Sichuan North Road in the Hongkou District. It is situated near the northern end of the Bund, making it easily accessible from many central locations in Shanghai. The Shanghai General Post Office provides a full range of postal services, including mail and parcel delivery, …

Pharmacies are not hard to find in the city, just look for the green cross. One of the main pharmacy chains in Shanghai is called Yifeng. Besides being a major supermarket chain, Lianhua Supermarket also operates pharmacies within many of its stores, offering a wide range of over-the-counter medications and health …