I recommend going to Shanghai. First of all, Shanghai is closer to you than Beijing; secondly, don’t rush to see the monuments, go and see the prosperous city first to inspire you to work harder and strive harder in the future.
A trip to Shanghai can be summed up in two words: runaway. There is no need for tickets to any tourist attractions, such as the Pearl of the Orient, and there is no need to go in. It is already shocking to see it outside.
Walk along the Bund of Shanghai and experience the old buildings from the Republic of China. Most of them are now home to banks. It is very beautiful here in the evening. When the lights on the Huangpu River are turned on, they illuminate the night sky brightly. .
You can walk and take a look at places like Nanjing Road and Tianzifang, which are places frequently visited by tourists. Although the City God's Temple is also a place frequently visited by tourists, I think the City God's Temple is still very beautiful. It is a very ancient building and still has its style. Here you can queue up to eat Nanxiang soup dumplings, which are delicious.
There are many streets in Shanghai that are very charming. I personally like Wukang Road very much. It used to be a French concession area. It is very quiet and there are not many tourists. It is a villa in the concession. Many celebrities once lived here. Mr. Yi had an affair in the movie "Lust, Caution". The place is also in a villa here. Of course, it is absolutely impossible to rent a house on Wukang Road without money. The rent of a house here is only tens of thousands of yuan per month.
In addition, there are big-name stores on Huaihai Road, including many internationally renowned brands. Although worshiping money is not encouraged, it is impossible to live without money. Young people must strive and motivate themselves. In fact, besides shopping, walking here is also very good.
Streets such as Sichuan Road near Nanjing Road are also worth visiting because many old buildings and high-rise buildings are left over from the Republic of China. It feels like you have arrived in the Republic of China. . There are also many authentic old-fashioned snacks in Shanghai, which are not expensive, so you can try more. In addition, in terms of accommodation, there are mixed bed rooms in Beijing and Shanghai. You may also meet young people from all over the world. Living together is quite interesting.
The small villa on Wukang Road
The Shanghai Museum is famous for its bronzes
Regarding this question, I feel like I have a voice. As a Hunan native, I spent two years in Beijing and three years in Shanghai after graduation. From a tourism perspective, I personally prefer Beijing. Beijing is a thousand-year city, and Shanghai is a century-old city. No matter in terms of historical and cultural heritage or the popularity of scenic spots, Beijing is better than Shanghai.
Whether you are a young artistic person or someone else, I think Beijing is more suitable for tourism than Shanghai.
Let’s talk about Shanghai first. Shanghai is the largest city in China and the economic center of China. It is also a fashionable and charming metropolis for a century. Its openness and inclusiveness, modernization and fashion are all in the mold of an international metropolis. . Famous attractions include the Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, Disneyland, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Qibao Ancient Town, etc. The attractions in Shanghai are generally not well-known, and there are no places that must be visited. Except for the Bund and the Oriental Pearl Tower, I think other places are not attractive enough.
As the capital, Beijing is not only a modern metropolis, but also a famous cultural city with a long history. In terms of fashion, Sanlitun is no less popular than Lujiazui in Shanghai. In terms of fame, as a symbol of China, any one of the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen, and the Summer Palace can overshadow the Oriental Pearl Tower. Wenyi Art, as the largest art factory in Asia, 798 Art Factory, has yet to find a comparable place in Shanghai. As for the comparison of attractions, I’m afraid there are few cities in the country that can compare with Beijing.
In Beijing, if you are a literary type, you can go to 798 Art Factory, Houhai Bar Street, Peking University and Tsinghua University for three to five days.
If you like history, you can visit the National Museum, the Palace Museum, the Ming Tombs, and Prince Gong’s Mansion.
If you like a modern atmosphere, you can go to Xidan Joy City, Sanlitun, Bird's Nest Water Cube, Wangfujing, Jinbao Street, etc.
If you want to relax, you can go for a run in the Olympic Park, walk in Beihai Park, meditate in Ditan Park, climb the Great Wall in Badaling, and climb up to Xiangshan Park to enjoy the distance.
Anyway, no matter what you are, no matter what type of travel enthusiast you are, no matter how many days you spend there, Beijing will always have a suitable place for you, and you will be guaranteed to have something different every day within half a month.
Wander the alleys, watch flags being raised, and pay homage to great men. There are options for shopping, eating snacks, drinking and listening to music.
Beijing is a city full of stories. Here, you can see past history, feel the passion for modernization, and look forward to future trends.
Now I stay in Shanghai, and I have stayed in Shanghai for three consecutive years. I have been to Tianzifang, Grand View Garden, Botanical Garden, Zoo, The Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, People's Park, Pedestrian Street, Jinshan Beach, almost Shanghai All city parks and suburban parks, Internet celebrity stores and shopping malls. Well, I still can’t forget Beijing.
Anyway, I think no matter how many days you spend there, no matter what type of tourist you are, between Beijing and Shanghai, Beijing is definitely the right choice!
If I can only go to one place between Beijing and Shanghai, I still like Shanghai. I like the beaches in Shanghai, the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai, the food and beauties in Nanjing Pedestrian Street in Shanghai, and the vendors in Nanjing Pedestrian Street. and decorations. I like the prosperity and beauty of Shanghai and the Huangpu River in Shanghai, but I don’t really like the pace of life in Shanghai, nor the pace of life in Beijing. I chose Shanghai because I have feelings for Shanghai.
When I first came to Shanghai, I was deeply attracted by Shanghai. I wanted to walk over every inch of Shanghai. I think I love it. I went to Shanghai, fell in love with the sunset over Dianshan Lake, fell in love with the charm of the Dream of Red Mansions Grand View Garden, fell in love with the Oriental Oasis Scenic Area surrounded by Dianshan Lake. Really, Shanghai has the supreme status in my heart, and no one can replace it. , no place can replace it. Once the sea was long and it was difficult to make water, so that no matter where I go in the future, I can no longer feel the beauty of the city.
I fell in love with the woman I met in Shanghai. He was so beautiful, so handsome, so touching, so pure and lovely. I think I I'm fascinated, I can't help myself. I know how reluctant I was to leave Shanghai. I know that when we left Shanghai, I was so unfinished. I know that Shanghai belongs to everyone. Yes, but I really want to put the hurt into my dream, a dream that belongs to me alone.
The most unpleasant experience in Shanghai is that we once walked together on the Nanjing Pedestrian Street and saw a dazzling array of merchandise, people coming and going, and history from our As I walked past, every story I saw had turned into dust.
Having never been to both, if I could only go to one, of course it would be Beijing. Ninety percent of people will choose this way. As a college student, you should choose this way. The reason is that Beijing is the capital, and the capital is the first choice! A place that people across the country yearn for. As a college student, it is puzzling that you don’t want to visit the highest universities, Tsinghua University or Peking University? If you don’t see Tiananmen Square, see the flag raising, enter the Forbidden City, or climb the Great Wall, how can you be considered a hero! Increase knowledge through practice. Water Cube, the Bird's Nest is waiting for you! The Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, and Beihai are waiting for you! Also check out Xinhuamen (Zhongnanhai), Guomao, 798, Houhai Hutong, and many former residences of celebrities (only Beijing has more former residences). By the way, there are many places in Beijing that don’t require tickets, and they are cheap. Just take the subway or bus. Food is more expensive, but going out to play is simpler and cheaper. Of course Shanghai is also good, let’s talk about it later!
I choose Shanghai!
Now I am in Shanghai. This is the choice I made a few days ago. This time I am here for 5 days. Because I took my dog ??with me on this trip, I drove here by myself, 9 people. After driving 720 kilometers in an hour, I couldn’t find a hotel in Shanghai that allowed dogs, so I finally chose to stay in a B&B.
March is the rainy season in Shanghai, but I’m pretty lucky. It’s only today that the sky started to rain lightly. The weather in Shanghai in March is not cold during the day, but it’s still a little cool at night. If you are the same If you come to Shanghai during this period, it is recommended that you bring a thin down jacket.
I didn’t make any itinerary planning when I came to Shanghai this time, because traveling with dogs was not allowed in the scenic spots. Except for resting time in the B&B, I basically walked around the old streets of Shanghai. Dog.
We went to the Bund and walked around on the edge of the Bund, because entry was not allowed inside. In fact, it cannot be said that entry was not allowed. I was allowed to go in with my dog, but The one I have is quite heavy and I can’t hold it.
We also went to the Chenghuang Temple, checked in at the door, and took photos under the lanterns in Yu Garden. During the morning trip, we met many passers-by in Shanghai and they all liked it very much. We spent the whole morning playing. After walking more than 10,000 steps, the dog was very happy and met several friends.
I was going to go shopping near Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street in the evening, but unfortunately the weather started to rain a little bit, and I hadn’t gotten the raincoat I bought for the dog yet, so I gave up and went to the surrounding parks and squares. Take a stroll.
This is not my first time coming to Shanghai, but I haven’t been there in the past 2-3 years, and I feel that the changes have been quite big. Some changes feel good, but some feel uncomfortable, maybe because I haven't gotten used to them yet.
The biggest feeling is that there are too few trash cans. I want to go out to throw out the trash, but I can’t find the trash can. Sometimes I have to throw it out within the specified time. If I miss this time, the trash can It was taken away. This feeling is different from Shanghai in previous years.
I also saw a long-lost public phone booth in Shanghai. I remember that it used to use IC cards and 201 cards. This kind of public phone booth has not been seen for a long time after the popularity of mobile phones. This time I saw it. The lady was very kind and took the dog with us for a photo.
When I came to Shanghai before, I rarely went out at night because I didn’t bring my dog. This time when I came down to walk my dog ??at night, I found that the public toilets were closed at night. The door is locked after ordering. If you don't know this and rush over in a hurry only to find that it's not during the public restroom's operating hours, you'll be upset.
I have to say that there is another big change when I come to Shanghai this time, that is, I feel that the roads and streets in Shanghai are cleaner than when I came before, especially the clean old streets. Extremely comfortable.
Written at the end:
On our return trip, it started to rain.
Sitting in front of the window, looking at Shanghai in the light rain, the smell of rain is in the air, which is particularly fresh.
March 6, 2021 is the last day of the trip in Shanghai. Tomorrow we will embark on the return journey and go home for the holidays.
Definitely choose Beijing. In Beijing, what you see is China and the Chinese nation, and thousands of years of history are frozen here.
The following attractions in Beijing are unique, please see for details:
1. Tiananmen Square, Tiananmen Gate Tower, Forbidden City
You can see Tiananmen Square within walking distance. If you can get up early, it would be best to catch the flag-raising ceremony.
The Tiananmen Gate Tower is also worth climbing, mainly to experience the feeling that Chairman Mao had when he climbed onto the tower and announced that "the Chinese people have stood up from now on." Haha, I feel like a great man!
The highlight of the day is visiting the Forbidden City. It would take no more than 4-5 hours to tour all the courtyards of the Forbidden City. Therefore, before visiting the Forbidden City, you must be mentally prepared and don’t be afraid of getting tired.
Tiananmen Square flag raising time: daily sun rising time, details can be found on the National Flag website of the People's Republic of China and the People's Republic of China.
2. The Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao Memorial Hall
The most important thing to note about these two attractions is that the queues are very long, and bags are not allowed. So it’s best to leave plenty of time.
The Great Hall of the People is not open every day, and sometimes there are temporary changes due to meetings.
Therefore, tourists who plan to visit the Great Hall of the People are best to call to confirm or check the official website of the Great Hall of the People before going.
The Great Hall of the People: The visiting time is basically between 9:00 and 15:00. Tickets must be purchased with valid ID and admission is through the east gate. There is a bag depository on the east side of the south gate of the Great Hall.
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall: Closed on Mondays, open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday: 8:00am-12:00am. There are fewer people before 9 a.m., and the queue is very long after that. If you want to visit, it is recommended to queue up between 8-8:30. The entrance is on the east side, you need to bring your ID card, and there is a fee for depositing bags.
3. Summer Palace and Old Summer Palace
As royal gardens, these two famous attractions well-known at home and abroad are worth visiting.
The most famous attraction in the Summer Palace is the Seventeen-Arch Bridge. No matter which direction you look at the 17-hole bridge from Kunming Lake, you can feel the ingenuity of this bridge. We will all be amazed by the great wisdom of our ancestors.
There is also a Wenyuan Pavilion in the Summer Palace. There are rare royal jewelry displayed in it. Each piece is exquisite and breathtaking!
As for Wanshou Mountain, I think it is optional to climb it. Because all the halls above have locked doors, you can only peek in through the cracks in the doors. Of course, if you want to experience mountain climbing a little, you can do that.
The Old Summer Palace is much larger than the Summer Palace. But there is only one place worth seeing. It is where the ruins left after being burned down by the Eight-Nation Allied Forces.
When you see this ruins, you will sigh that weak countries will be bullied. The country must be strong. This is the most meaningful place to receive historical education.
4. Tsinghua University and Peking University
As the highest universities in China, these two universities are holy places in the hearts of many people. Parents have hoped since childhood that their children would attend college on these two campuses. It can be said that people of all ages who have the opportunity to visit Beijing want to experience the temperament of Tsinghua and Peking University up close.
There is no need to write down the addresses of these two places. Everyone on earth knows their locations. I sincerely recommend taking public transportation to visit them. Parking is a hassle.
5. The Great Wall
Standing on the Great Wall, you can deeply feel the excellent traditions of our Chinese nation’s diligence, bravery, and wisdom. "If you don't visit the Great Wall, you are not a true man"!
As a Shanghai netizen said below, most of what you see in Shanghai is the epitome of China’s modern development, and these can also be seen in Beijing:
1. CBD core area
China Zunzheng is rising in the CBD core area. The third phase of China International Trade Center has been put into use, and there is also the new CCTV building. At night, by the Guanghua Bridge in the Third Ring Road, you have a sense of the prosperity of the country. Deeper experience.
2. Olympic Park
The Olympic Park not only has the Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube, but also There is an Olympic Park observation tower.
Of course, if you want to take your children to Disney, you can only go to Shanghai!
Choose Shanghai, Shanghai is a world city! It is also a beautiful city! It is not just for tourism, I really don’t have this opportunity. God gave me to live in Shanghai forever! It is true that Shanghai has a good influence on people, Gao Shang , the atmosphere makes Shanghai so beautiful and beautiful! This is the shrewdness of Shanghai people. The beautiful central area of ??the city is built to make tourism money! The scenery of Shanghai is infinitely beautiful, so you only want to live there permanently!
The natives of the Magic City . But if you can only have one, I recommend going to the Imperial Capital! ! When I first arrived at Tiananmen Square, I felt like I was going to cry. There were also the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, Prince Gong’s Mansion, and the Lama Temple. Maybe because modern things are available in the Magic City, these places felt like the imperial capital was worth visiting. Yes, and the tickets are absolutely reasonable. Nanluoguxiang and Dashilan are not recommended. As for the Great Wall, you can still go there when you have time, but it is a long way away. In Shanghai, go to Nanjing West Road, Changde Road, near Beijing Road, for riding and cycling. Sun Moonlight, Tianzifang, and Huaihai Middle Road are also great. Just look at the high-rise buildings in Lujiazui. Go to the Bund and Waibaidu Bridge area at night.
Anyway, the feelings are different.
Let me talk about my thoughts first. First of all, if I only travel for 3-5 days instead of more time, I will choose Beijing.
Tell you why you didn’t choose Shanghai.
Shanghai is my country's financial and economic center, one of the most economically developed cities in the country, and it does not lose a single cent in the world's financial circle.
It is such a domineering city. Compared with Beijing, Shanghai’s tourism industry is really weak. The entire city’s tourism industry only relies on the Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, People’s Square, Nanjing Pedestrian Street, Disneyland, etc., are barely holding on.
Compared with other cities, Shanghai's tourism industry is also very developed, but its opponent is the political, economic and cultural center, and it is also the core area of ??China's development history, with countless places of interest and historic sites. , behind every landscape there are well-known historical allusions, some of which are sad and some of which are lamentable.
Although Shanghai has many tourist destinations, compared with Beijing, it does lack some historical connotation and cultural heritage.
If you only travel for 3-5 days in Beijing, then the first stop must be to see what the Great Wall looks like. As the saying goes,
If you don’t visit the Great Wall, you are not a true man. , if you go to Beijing and don’t even climb the Great Wall, wouldn’t it be a waste of time?
The second stop is to get up early in the morning and go to Tiananmen Square to see the heroic appearance of the honor guard, and then watch the heroic act of raising the national flag accompanied by the passionate national anthem.
Next, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Sanlitun, Bar Street, etc.
You can’t just enjoy the scenic spots and historical sites. The most important food you should eat when you come to Beijing is Peking duck.
According to legend, Beijing roast duck once had a saying along with the Great Wall, "If you don't visit the Great Wall, you are not a hero. It would be a pity not to eat roast duck."
When it comes to Peking duck, Quanjude has to be the most authentic, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, fragrant and juicy, wow! Is there any late-night anti-virus tips?
What do you think of Beijing like this?
As a Beijinger, it is better to go to Tianjin next door than to Shanghai. You can also feel the modern city, and Tianjin has a deeper modern civilization than Shanghai. After all, modern Chinese civilization originated in Beiyang, was led by Beiyang, and was created in Tianjin. The "Beiyang Capital" is more powerful than the "Magic City". Moreover, the relationship between Beiyang (Tianjin) and Beijing is inherently complementary.