Wednesday, 20 September 2023, 10:00-15:30, Shanghai French Concession & Xintiandi (New World) (includes: bus transfer, English Guide, lunch)
French Concession was one of the main foreign establishments in Shanghai from 1849 to 1943. As the most luxury residential area in old Shanghai, the French residence in the concession enjoyed a high degree of independence. In 1943, the French Government signed it over to the Reorgnaized National Government in China, which was supported by the Empire of Japan at the time of the World War II. Nevertheless, the area remained the premier residential and retail district in Shanghai for most of the 20th century. Nowadays, it is a popular tourist destination reflecting the multiculturalism of Shanghai.
Similar to the French concession, Xintiandi (or New World in English) is a district combining Chinese and Western cultures. The construction is based on the Shikumen style from old Shanghai, which was originally designed for residential purpose. These old houses were gradually developed and transformed into commercial and entertaining centers with possibilities for catering, shopping, performance and leisure activities. Walking through the New World, you will feel transported back to the old Shanghai from the 1920s and 1930s. However, once you step into the buildings, the modern and fashionable interior will bring you back to the bustling Shanghai today. Join us and experience Shanghai’s yesterday, today and tomorrow during the special tours4