The Bund

The Bund, or Waitan in Chinese, is located on the banks of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, with a total length of 1.5 kilometers. Since the 19th century, the Bund has been China’s financial and foreign trade center, and many Chinese and foreign banks were established here.

At the Bund, in addition to viewing the scenery of the Oriental Pearl Tower, the Huangpu River and looking at the bustling and modern skyscrapers on the opposite side, you can also see historical buildings in various styles. Most of these buildings were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. At that time, the Bund became the concessions of Britain, France, and the United States, and merchants from other Western countries also came here to invest and do business. Therefore, different architectural styles from many countries gathered here, with a total of 52 buildings, known as the 'Museum of World Architecture'.

Visiting the Bund, besides enjoying the night view and taking a boat trip on the river, there are more in-depth ways to experience it:

1. Stay at or visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai. It is a landmark building of the Bund, first built in 1929. It is a historical building as well as a high-end hotel. In addition to accommodation, it also has a museum, restaurants, and bars, where you can feel the luxury of Shanghai.
2. Dine at some high-end restaurants in the historic buildings along the Bund, enjoying the night view while experiencing the unique charm of Shanghai.
3. Enjoy a coffee and some pastries at a nearby café while snapping photos with the Oriental Pearl Tower across the river.