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Watertown's many treasures reflect an ancient lifestyle

By Marta Cooper | Mar 1, 2010

The ancient watertown of Qibao is an easy escape from the hustle of Shanghai, not just for the respite but for its inescapable historical artifacts and traditions, an abundance of ...

Places of inspiration and peace

By Staff Reporters | Jan 7, 2010 | on Grace Church, Xujiahui Cathedr...

Shanghai's churches are festive, welcoming places for the holidays. They are also tranquil spots where residents can take refuge from the daily turmoil of urban living. Shanghai Da...

A forest of retreats on your doorstep

By Jiang Kunyang | Sep 18, 2009 | on Sheshan National Forest Park, ...

Shanghai is liberally sprinkled with public parks. However, you may find senior citizens' morning tai chi and evening ballroom dancing in the downtown parks don't offer much respit...

Iconic Bund all spruced up and glittering for World Expo

By Han Jing | Sep 4, 2009 | on Gabbiani, Design Republic, Pea...

The iconic Bund is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Shanghai, a stretch along the Huangpu River of landmark buildings, the great banks and trading houses of Western s...

Learn to make sweet treats yourself

By Xie Tian | Aug 21, 2009 | on DIY 21 Sweet Baking House (Mao...

Tiramisu, mousse, lemon cheese cake, cookies... these popular Western desserts are great favorites in the summer. But have you ever thought about making them yourself? There are ba...

Season of the peach

By Han Jing | Aug 7, 2009 |

It is, nowadays, common to feast on water melons in winter while peeling pomelos during the summer. Although such unseasonal activity seem no longer far-fetched thanks to flourishi...

Taking aim at summer sports: archery, cricket and squash

By Kat Jiang | Jul 31, 2009 | on Hongkou Football Stadium Squas...

For those who are not in the summer swim of things, there are other ways to keep fit, like archery, cricket and squash. Cricket Although cricket is wildly popular in Britain, Aus...

Summer cool comes out at night

By Han Jing | Jul 24, 2009 | on Museum of Contemporary Art Sha...

Even when the broiling sun beats down and the humidity often makes it seem like you could swim to work, there are ways to get out and enjoy the summer. One of the best ways to bea...

Food fans take the heat out of summer by playing it cool

By Kat Jiang | Jul 10, 2009 | on Dexing Noodle Restaurant, Dafu...

It's scorching outside, but Shanghainese have their own way to beat the heat - cold dishes. Cheap, clean and subtle in taste, cold food including cold noodles and cold wontons, is ...

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