China Travel
Shopping in Shanghai – where and how much?
Posted on 9/17/2010 at 8:26:29 AM
China has become a global trading center, and Shanghai – the Mecca of shopping for tourists.
Being a city, leading in economic development, Shanghai is a trendsetter and a showcase of the latest models and consumer goods.
To avoid getting lost in the numerous proposals and location of shops in Shanghai, it is better to focus visitors while searching products and other stuff in several areas of the city.
Nanjing Road – is one of the busiest streets in the world, shopping malls and boutiques take over 1 million visitors per day. This is the most prosperous commercial district stretching for 5 kilometers – Shanghai 5th Avenue like in New York. On this popular street you can find luxury shops, jewelry, clothing, footwear and accessories, sporting goods store fashion brands, silk and electronics. Prices are high, however, no other place in Shanghai, where one can so clearly feel the vibrant energy of this city.
Old Quarter – travelers who want to immerse themselves in the XVI century Shanghai should visit the Old Quarter, located next to the Yu Yuan Garden.
Be ready to haggle if you want to shop in this area, and you will get a lot of useful things at a reasonable price.
French Concession – this district emerged in 1849 as a French settlement. It settled fashion stores, Tibetan art, jewelry, jade, porcelain, and many others. Prices of some products and goods will pleasantly surprise visitors with their adequacy.
Xintiandi – on this shopping area there are many art galleries, bookstores, boutiques. In Xintiandi you can buy local jewelry, antiques and fashion clothes. To brighten up the tedious walking across the shops will help various brands of international cafes.
In addition to the elegant shops in this district there is a nice small museum which shows the lifestyle of Shanghai residents in the past century. At Xintiandi, China is reflected in all its glory. The price range will surprise even seasoned travelers – next to the expensive boutiques can be a door to a very democratic shop with rather affordable prices.
Well, it won’t be difficult to find where to go, what and where to buy in Shanghai. In all districts of the city you will find a lot of useful and useless (but beautiful) things. There is no way to describe all the selling spots in Shanghai, and it is not necessary. It’s better just go there and see!