Shanghai is the largest Chinese city by population and the largest city proper by population in the world with a population of more than 24 million as of 2013. Shanghai, is a renowned international metropolis drawing more and more attention from all over the world. Situated on the estuary of Yangtze River, it serves as the most influential economic, financial, international trade, cultural, science and technology center in East China. Also it is a popular destination for visitors to sense the pulsating development of the country.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Travelers
arriving from international destinations will land at Pudong International
Airport. Pudong (PVG) is approximately 45 minutes from the city center
(downtown Puxi). The Maglev train currently connects the airport to Shanghai
subway system but if you're not staying in Pudong, it is faster and wiser to
take a taxi. Ten airport bus lines handle
transfers from Pudong International Airport to the city center. If you're
arriving from within China, you will land at Shanghai Airport (airport code:
SHA) which is about 25 minutes from the city center on the western side of
Shanghai. Shanghai Airport is currently not connected by rail but plans are in
the works. Taxis are the best option to get to and from SHA.
The Shanghai
Metro is a rapid
transit system
in Shanghai,
there are 14 metro lines and 329 stations, with an operating route length of
538 kilometres making it the longest in the world