September is the perfect mon- th to explore Shanghai. With summer slowly waning, warm days and pleasant evenings re- main, while city parks and the banks of the Huangpu River carry the scents of autumn. The humidity is bearable and the sky is often clear — ideal for walks and filter-free photos. For starters, head to the Bund, a riverside promenade overloo- king the futuristic Pudong side of the city. History and the fu- ture touch here – with art de- co buildings dating back to the 1930s on the one side, and the glittering Oriental Pearl Tower and glass skyscrapers on the other. It is at its most beautiful during twilight, when the lights are switched on and the sky turns from orange to deep blue. If you like panoramic views, climb the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the world’s third tallest building. The view from a height of 632 metres isn’t forgotten easily. For a mo- re tranquil atmosphere, stro- ll through the Yuyuan Garden, which is a real Chinese garden dating back to the 16 th century that’s surrounded by a market where you can try the famous City that never sleeps
xiao long bao soup dumplings. Shanghai also offers cultu- ral events in September, li- ke the Shanghai Tourism Fe- stival, complete with parades, concerts and light installations along Nanjing Road. Art lovers can drop in at the Shanghai Museum or the Power Station of Art, where the exhibits are contemporary and the building is impressive in its own right. For those seeking respite, es- cape the crowds in the Fren- ch Concession — Xintiandi and Tianzifang, which are packed with micro galleries, cafés and designer shops. Locals gather
at bars with terraces in the eve- nings, with the September eve- nings mild enough that you can spend hours outside. When it comes to food, Shan- ghai is paradise. Apart from lo- cal dumplings and noodles, there are famous spots like Lost Heaven (offering modern interpretations of the cuisine of southwest Chinese) and Jia Jia Tang Bao with its authentic dumplings. If you have a sweet tooth, try the sheng jian bao – fried and filled bread buns that are eaten piping hot. Getting around is simple: the metro rail network is clean, fast and takes you to almost all attractions. September is al- so a wonderful time for a boat ride on the Huangpu – thanks to the refreshing breeze from the river. Shanghai combines the best of both worlds in Sep- tember – the dynamics of the metropolis and the beauty of autumn. And whether you’re climbing to the top of a skys- craper or sipping tea in a quiet courtyard, you won’t leave this city feeling indifferent.
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