Sunday, June 23, 2013

The Bund, Shanghai 04052013

After being enthralled and overwhelmed by the number of beautiful artifacts we saw in Shanghai Museum, we had a quick snack to wait until 6pm or so before we proceeded to The Bund. Before our trip, I had been researching on the place and I was expecting many people there since it's part of most (if not all) travel tours in Shanghai.
Samsung Building. I don't know if this is owned by Samsung or Samsung just put an ad on it...
It had begun to rain again. But at least now we were more prepared, having brought out our umbrellas for protection. Walking along East Zhongshan 1st Road and savoring the radiantly splendid architectural works that greet our eyes and which stretch until the end of the long road was a treat in itself, and for free, too. One cannot help but just bring out a camera and take consecutive shots of these Western-style buildings. Architecture students and enthusiasts will definitely love the place.
Pudong as seen from the Bund; note the many people despite the cold rain
We had our short rest at the end of Zhongshan road, in Huangpu Park. I was even more amazed at how the Chinese incorporate nature in its structures. A wall in Huangpu Park is covered with brightly colored flowers, adding up to the gaiety of the place at night.
colorful flowers on the wall and Customs House (right)
Customs House, considered as one of the most popular buildings in the Bund. And no wonder, since it  stands out  being a clock tower.
Oriental Pearl TV Tower as seen from the Bund on a rainy night

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