Shanghai, once a fishing and textiles town, is now one of the fastest developing cities in the world and one of the world’s leading trade centres. The population is estimated at over 23 million.
It is a very popular tourist destination due to its huge shopping districts alongside historical landmarks including the City of God Temple and the Yuyuan Garden.
The city has a modern transport system including metros, buses, trains and taxis and there are numerous high quality hotels throughout the city.
