The main tasks of Huangpu River are, therefore, flood diversion, preventing water logging and sewage treatment. On the other hand, Huangpu River is also a scenic resort.

 Huangpu River Cruise

In recent years, Huangpu River cruises have become a very important tourist item in Shanghai, not only because the river is the epitome of the city, but also because the best landscapes of Shanghai are assembled along the two banks of Huangpu River.

A cruise along the river is essential for tourists to get a panoramic view of the fascinating city; it is also one of the best ways to see both old and new Shanghai. As you sail down the river towards the East China Sea, enjoy a full view of the Bund and the 21st-century cityscape of Pudong -- a row of magnificent buildings along the bank.

Along the river, tourists can check out the city's skylines, the Old City, the bridges built along the river, the busy port area, the Bund with its historical Western style buildings, the Hongqiao International Airport, Changxing Islet, Chongming Islet, and the site of an ancient fort. A mixture of the heavily silted waters of Huangpu River and the clear ocean tide creates three beautiful layers of yellow, green and blue at the Wusong Estuary.

On one side of the river is the Bund, which is regarded as a landmark and the birthplace of Shanghai. With a length of one kilometer, the Bund is dotted with various grandiose, solid Western-style buildings dating back to the early 20th century. With such imposing structures, the Bund is also known as "an international exhibition of architecture". Conversely, east of the Bund is a newly developing Shanghai.

The experience of sailing under the futuristic Yangpu Bridge is very different from the more traditional river traffic of barges and ferries. Departing from the Bund waterfront every hour from 10 am to 9 pm daily, cruises vary in length between one to three hours.

Page:

1

2

3

4

5