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The Bund (Wai Tan)

5 blocks of Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu between Jinling Lu and Suzhou Creek, Shanghai, China
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As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ranked #2 of 504 attractions in Shanghai
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Type: Historic Walking Areas, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Walking, Shopping, Dining
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Traveller Description: The Bund is a symbol of Shanghai and an epitome of Shanghai's modern history.  From the Oriental Pearl TV Tower you can see the Bund. The... more »
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Sydney, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

It was very nice to stroll along the Bund next to the river, it was a nice clear day and the temperature was just right. A lot of people as you would expect, but still plenty of room to take photos etc.

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

A good place to see the both the skyline of the Bund and the other side of the river with all the skyscrapers.

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Washington,DC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

We went both day and night. At night, we strolled down Nanking Street where many people were singing and dancing. At the end of the street was the Bund where you could look across the river to the beautiful and colorfully lit tall buildings. Don't miss a look inside the lobby of the Peace Hotel.

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Boston
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

A walk on the Bund is a must for any visitor to Shanghai. The past and the future meet with the the colonial style buildings of the Bund facing the new futuristic buildings of Pudong.

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Hong Kong
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

A stroll along the famous Bund is essential for every visitor to Shanghai, whether it's during the day or at night. If you are fortunate enough to be taking in the stroll under clear skies, then you are in for a treat. From walking below the early 20th Century buildings and taking in the history of the architecture on display... More

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

It is a really nice bund with outstanding view over new shanghai skyscrapers and old city of the city. The crowd is always quite big there, but it doesn't bother, the path is clean so it is pleasant to have a walk there during night and day. After a walk I recommend to visit some bar overlooking the bund -... More

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Rochester, NY
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Great views of the city. The lit up buildings are beautiful. Take a night river cruise if you can..awesome!!!

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Everett
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This a great place to see the history and modernity of Shanghai in one short walk. Worth spending some time strolling up and down here to get a flavour of Shanghai.

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Probably the best place to go for a stroll in Shanghai if you want to have a look at it's delightful skyline. A night time walk here is not a chance to be missed. On the other side of the bund, one can admire the well preserved historic buildings. A good way to reach this place is via the Big... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

It was cold during the period of April when we travelled. We totally forgotten the cold upon see the night lights along The Bund, we like the old colonial feel, it just feel that we were transported back to 1905s :)

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