{"id":24264,"date":"2025-06-02T08:58:44","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T08:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/?p=24264"},"modified":"2026-04-25T06:15:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T06:15:14","slug":"menara-shanghai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/shanghai-tower\/","title":{"rendered":"Shanghai Tower"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"24264\" class=\"elementor elementor-24264\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38068a9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"38068a9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6bdafc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e6bdafc\" data-element_type=\"container\" 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elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1b77eae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Standing tall in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/shanghai\/\">Shanghai<\/a>\u2019s vibrant Lujiazui financial district, Shanghai Tower is truly a modern wonder. Soaring to 632 meters (2,073 feet), it holds the title of China\u2019s tallest building and ranks third in the world. Construction started back in 2008 and was completed in 2016, creating an impressive landmark that now dominates Shanghai\u2019s skyline.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32f15bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"32f15bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24266\" alt=\"Wide angle cityscape of Shanghai skyline with Shanghai Tower at sunrise.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise.webp 1920w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Wide-angle-cityscape-of-Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-at-sunrise-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b0bd0c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0b0bd0c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"1235\">But Shanghai Tower is much more than just its height. With 127 floors above ground and 5 underground levels, it\u2019s a vertical city that brings together office spaces, luxury hotels, shopping centers, observation decks, and entertainment venues. Covering over 578,000 square meters, it\u2019s a perfect blend of cutting-edge design, sustainable architecture, and modern functionality. Recognized with numerous international awards, including LEED Platinum certification, Shanghai Tower showcases China\u2019s rapid rise in architectural innovation and global urban development.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"112\">Shanghai Tower History Timeline<\/h2><ul data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"2546\"><li data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"313\"><p data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"313\"><strong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"124\">1993<\/strong>: Shanghai\u2019s government proposed the Lujiazui plan, including three skyscrapers (Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and the future Shanghai Tower) to create a landmark cluster.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"418\"><p data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"418\"><strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"330\">March 2005<\/strong>: The Lujiazui Z3-2 plot (Shanghai Tower site) was officially listed for public bidding.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"549\"><p data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"549\"><strong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"435\">April 2005<\/strong>: Invitations were sent to several major companies like Sun Hung Kai and Hutchison Whampoa to bid for the project.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"632\"><p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"632\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"570\">September 2005<\/strong>: The bidding process was suspended and eventually terminated.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"724\"><p data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"724\"><strong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"653\">September 2006<\/strong>: A new round of project bidding was organized by Shanghai authorities.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"887\"><p data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"887\"><strong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"744\">November 2007<\/strong>: A joint venture was formed by Lujiazui Group, Shanghai Construction Group, and Shanghai Urban Construction Investment to develop the project.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"997\"><p data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"997\"><strong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"907\">December 2007<\/strong>: The project company was officially established and design evaluation meetings were held.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1071\"><p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1071\"><strong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1021\">November 29, 2008<\/strong>: Construction of the main foundation piles began.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1128\"><p data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1128\"><strong data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1091\">July 18, 2009<\/strong>: Foundation pile work was completed.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1215\"><p data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1215\"><strong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1151\">February 9, 2010<\/strong>: Excavation of the main building\u2019s foundation pit was finished.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1310\"><p data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1310\"><strong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1236\">March 29, 2010<\/strong>: The massive foundation slab was poured in a single continuous operation.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1387\"><p data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1387\"><strong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1331\">August 2, 2012<\/strong>: Installation of the exterior curtain wall glass began.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1468\"><p data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1468\"><strong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1411\">December 31, 2012<\/strong>: Construction of the underground passage system started.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1584\"><p data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1584\"><strong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1489\">August 3, 2013<\/strong>: The final steel beam of the main structure was installed, reaching 125 floors and 580 meters.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1655\"><p data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1655\"><strong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1604\">July 10, 2014<\/strong>: Concrete pouring for the roof slab was completed.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1720\"><p data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1720\"><strong data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1676\">August 3, 2014<\/strong>: Steel structure work was fully topped out.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1775\"><p data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1775\"><strong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1743\">October 29, 2014<\/strong>: Exterior lighting tests began.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1880\"><p data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1880\"><strong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1799\">November 19, 2014<\/strong>: Curtain wall glass installation completed on the tower crown from 556m to 632m.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1968\"><p data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1968\"><strong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1897\">April 2015<\/strong>: Gas pipeline connections were finished, enabling full utility access.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2051\"><p data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2051\"><strong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1993\">September 30, 2015<\/strong>: The entire building was fully lit up for the first time.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2135\"><p data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2135\"><strong data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2072\">March 12, 2016<\/strong>: Full construction of Shanghai Tower was officially completed.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2241\"><p data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2241\"><strong data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2156\">April 27, 2016<\/strong>: Partial trial operations began; podium and underground levels opened to the public.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2335\"><p data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2335\"><strong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2265\">December 22, 2016<\/strong>: The tower\u2019s weather warning system was activated for the first time.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2440\"><p data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2440\"><strong data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2357\">January 1, 2017<\/strong>: The tower started broadcasting real-time weather alerts from its rooftop screens.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2546\"><p data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2546\"><strong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2461\">April 26, 2017<\/strong>: The &#8220;Top of Shanghai Observatory&#8221; on the 118th floor officially opened to visitors.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 225px; top: 2088.74px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f9421d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2f9421d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24267\" alt=\"Shanghai skyline with Shanghai Tower, Jin Mao Tower, and World Financial Center at sunset.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-819x1024.webp 819w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-768x960.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-1229x1536.webp 1229w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-10x12.webp 10w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-at-sunset-150x188.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53a69f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"53a69f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"93\">Architectural Layout Overview<\/h2><p data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"856\">Shanghai Tower is not just a skyscraper\u2014it\u2019s a full vertical city. Rising 632 meters with 127 above-ground floors and 5 underground levels, it is China\u2019s tallest building and one of the world\u2019s tallest. The tower serves multiple purposes, including offices, luxury hotels, commercial spaces, and observation decks. In addition, the tower features a 7-story podium, with 5 levels above ground and 2 underground, standing 38 meters tall. Altogether, Shanghai Tower offers a massive total floor area of about 578,000 square meters, including 410,000 square meters above ground and 168,000 square meters below. It sits on a 30,368-square-meter plot and integrates about 33% green space into its design, blending modern architecture with environmental consciousness.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e921696 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e921696\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24268\" alt=\"Sunset view of Shanghai Tower and nearby landmarks against dramatic clouds.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-769x1024.webp 769w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-768x1023.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-1153x1536.webp 1153w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-1538x2048.webp 1538w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sunset-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-nearby-landmarks-against-dramatic-clouds-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ed469a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7ed469a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"118\">Key Attractions and Features Inside Shanghai Tower&#8217;s Main Structure<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"555\">1. Vertical Zoning<\/h4><p data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"555\">The Shanghai Tower is divided into 8 vertical zones and 1 observation zone, each topped with equipment and refuge floors. The lower sections house retail and conference facilities, while most middle zones serve as office spaces. Higher levels include luxury hotels and observation decks, with additional equipment zones at the very top. The tower also features 5 underground levels for parking and commercial use.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"773\">2. Baoku Vault No.1 (Treasure Vault)<\/h4><p data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"773\">Located on the B5 level, Baoku Vault is a secure underground vault certified by UL. It offers safe storage for private valuables, corporate backups, and financial institutions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d84e343 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d84e343\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24269\" alt=\"Night aerial view of Lujiazui skyline with Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl Tower.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-683x1024.webp 683w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-768x1152.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-1024x1536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-1365x2048.webp 1365w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-8x12.webp 8w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-aerial-view-of-Lujiazui-skyline-with-Shanghai-Tower-and-Oriental-Pearl-Tower-150x225.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38848ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"38848ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"1022\">3. Gift of Shanghai Store<\/h4><p data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"1022\">Located on B2 and at the 118th-floor observation area, this store sells over 1,000 uniquely designed souvenirs ranging from stationery to fashion, home goods, and toys\u2014all carrying the distinct Shanghai Tower branding.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1237\">4. Shanghai Tower Exhibition Hall<\/h4><p data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1237\">On the first floor, this exhibition space features rotating cultural displays, including the \u201cSilk Road Dunhuang\u201d exhibit and immersive showcases like The Three-Body Problem.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1467\">5. Skyline Shanghai Exhibit<\/h4><p data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1467\">Located on B1, this interactive exhibition showcases the tower\u2019s design DNA through multimedia displays covering Shanghai\u2019s skyline evolution, supertall construction, and architectural innovations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b2f03f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6b2f03f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24270\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower rising above clouds alongside Jin Mao Tower and World Financial Center.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-rising-above-clouds-alongside-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96f841c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"96f841c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1705\">6. \u201cShanghai Girl\u201d Sculpture<\/h4><p data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1705\">Standing at the main entrance lobby, this 3.08-meter bronze sculpture by artist Chen Yifei brings a 1930s Shanghai woman to life, capturing old Shanghai\u2019s charm with a qipao dress, birdcage, and hand fan.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1950\">7. Grand Office Lobby<\/h4><p data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1950\">Spread across levels 1 and 2, the office lobby features 50-60 meter high ceilings, with artistic installations like the Heart Landscape glass mural, Fish Joy ceramic works, and the Shanghai Girl bronze sculpture.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2112\">8. Sky Lobbies &amp; Gardens<\/h4><p data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2112\">At transfer levels on floors 22, 37, 52, and 68, sky lobbies house fitness centers, dining, museums, and beautiful indoor gardens.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2360\"><li data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2193\"><p data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2193\">22nd Floor: Fitness, dental care, executive dining, and coworking lounges.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2291\"><p data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2291\">37th Floor: The Guanfumuseum and China\u2019s highest classical Ming-style garden, Banmu Garden.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2360\"><p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2360\">52nd &amp; 68th Floors: Bookstores and Michelin-starred restaurants.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2541\">9. Banmu Garden<\/h4><p data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2541\">A stunning miniature Ming Dynasty-style Chinese garden located at 37F, combining pavilions, flowing streams, and oriental aesthetics inside a modern skyscraper.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2770\">10. Olive Plaza<\/h4><p data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2770\">Also on 37F, this Western-style garden designed by Dutch architect Alfonso Wolbert showcases pillars and motifs representing eight ancient lost civilizations, reminding visitors of humanity\u2019s fragile heritage.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39b6752 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"39b6752\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24271\" alt=\"Street level view of Shanghai Tower and neighboring skyscrapers in daylight.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Street-level-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-and-neighboring-skyscrapers-in-daylight-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95adf7f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"95adf7f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2969\">11. Guanfu Museum Shanghai<\/h4><p data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2969\">Located at 37F, the museum hosts permanent exhibitions on ceramics, goldware, sculpture, and cross-cultural art, blending historical education with high cultural value.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3109\">12. Duoyun Bookstore<\/h4><p data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3109\">At 52F, this bookstore offers panoramic river views, books, drinks, and a peaceful cultural space above the clouds.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3111\" data-end=\"3342\">13. Baoku Craftsmanship Museum<\/h4><p data-start=\"3111\" data-end=\"3342\">On the 38th floor, visitors can explore fine Chinese craftsmanship from nearly 100 national masters, covering 5,000 years of artisanal tradition, as well as enjoy rotating exhibitions and workshops.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3585\">14. J Hotel Shanghai Tower<\/h4><p data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3585\">Between floors 86 and 98, J Hotel offers 165 luxurious rooms (61\u2013380 m\u00b2), combining Eastern aesthetics and modern luxury. Personalized butler services, Michelin-level dining, and stunning city views await guests.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3850\">15. Shanghai Tower Observation Deck \u2013 &#8220;Top of Shanghai&#8221;<\/h4><p data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3850\">Spanning floors 118 and 119, this observation deck features floor-to-ceiling glass walls at 546 and 552 meters, offering 360-degree views of Shanghai\u2019s skyline\u2014one of the world\u2019s highest observation decks.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e3a693 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2e3a693\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24272\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower illuminated at night with colorful light show and skyline.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-214x300.webp 214w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-731x1024.webp 731w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-768x1075.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-1097x1536.webp 1097w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-1463x2048.webp 1463w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-illuminated-at-night-with-colorful-light-show-and-skyline-150x210.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff10e25 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ff10e25\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"4056\">16. Tuned Mass Damper Display (The &#8220;Eye of Shanghai&#8221;)<\/h4><p data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"4056\">At 125F, visitors can explore interactive exhibits showcasing the tower\u2019s 1,000-ton damper system that stabilizes the building against strong winds.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"4058\" data-end=\"4337\">17. World&#8217;s Highest Cultural Art Center<\/h4><p data-start=\"4058\" data-end=\"4337\">Located on the 126th floor, this cultural center offers immersive multimedia shows and music experiences. Its central sculpture, \u201cThe Eye of Shanghai,\u201d weighs 7 tons and was inspired by the legendary &#8220;Candle Dragon&#8221; in Chinese mythology.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"128\">Podium Building: Retail and Conference Spaces Inside Shanghai Tower<\/h3><p data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"329\">The Shanghai Tower podium spans from B2 up to the 5th floor. It houses two major zones: a shopping mall from B2 to the 4th floor and a conference center from the 1st to 5th floor.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3b17a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d3b17a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24273\" alt=\"Daytime view of Shanghai Tower, Jin Mao Tower, and World Financial Center under clear sky.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-189x300.webp 189w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-645x1024.webp 645w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-768x1220.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-967x1536.webp 967w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-1289x2048.webp 1289w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-8x12.webp 8w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Daytime-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-Jin-Mao-Tower-and-World-Financial-Center-under-clear-sky-150x238.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20dda77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20dda77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"516\">1. Shanghai Boutique Mall<\/h4><p data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"516\">Located from B2 to 4F, the Shanghai Boutique Mall reflects the tower\u2019s \u201cvertical city\u201d concept. The mall features a wide variety of businesses, including:<\/p><ul data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"800\"><li data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"538\"><p data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"538\">Luxury retail shops<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"561\"><p data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"561\">Automotive showrooms<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"598\"><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"598\">Business lounges and casual dining<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"624\"><p data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"624\">Future banking services<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"639\"><p data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"639\">Coffee shops<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"667\"><p data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"667\">Creative cultural outlets<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"800\"><p data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"800\">Branded merchandise and souvenirs<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Whether you&#8217;re shopping, relaxing, or networking, the mall covers nearly every lifestyle need.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"1062\">2. Conference Center Overview<\/h4><p data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"1062\">Spanning 1F to 5F, the conference center offers world-class event spaces and services. VIP guests can access private elevators, while a welcoming service philosophy ensures a smooth and comfortable experience for every visitor.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19a6ba6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"19a6ba6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24274\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower at Night Illuminated with red lights, viewed from ground level at ifc Mall.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-at-Night-Illuminated-with-red-lights-viewed-from-ground-level-at-ifc-Mall-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ab1a3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ab1a3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1217\">3. Grand Ballroom<\/h4><p data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1217\">Located on the 2nd floor, the Grand Ballroom covers 2,000 square meters and stands 10.3 meters tall. This pillar-free hall features:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1520\"><li data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1251\"><p data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1251\">A massive 100 m\u00b2 P4 LED display<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1325\"><p data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1325\">Cutting-edge audio-visual equipment<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1325\">It\u2019s ideal for major events like:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1520\"><li data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1353\"><p data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1353\">Corporate annual meetings<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1372\"><p data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1372\">Product launches<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1390\"><p data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1390\">Industry forums<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1520\"><p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1520\">Auto shows<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1520\">The ballroom is also uniquely equipped with a circular ramp, allowing cars to drive directly into the event space.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1589\">4. Garden Hall<\/h4><p data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1589\">Located on the 5th floor, the Garden Hall offers:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1902\"><li data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1630\"><p data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1630\">1,148 m\u00b2 space with 7.5-meter ceilings<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1679\"><p data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1679\">A semi-circular layout with an outdoor terrace<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1844\"><p data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1844\">A 33 m\u00b2 P4 LED screen, 20,000-lumen projection, and BOSE surround sound.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1844\">Its outdoor terrace opens into Lujiazui\u2019s largest garden, making it a perfect venue for:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1902\"><li data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1863\"><p data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1863\">Outdoor weddings<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1881\"><p data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1881\">Private parties<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1902\"><p data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1902\">Special ceremonies<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1998\">5. Haishang Elegant Conference Room<\/h4><p data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1998\">Also on the 5th floor, this luxury meeting room offers:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2218\"><li data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2050\"><p data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2050\">A 7.58-meter Burmese golden teak conference table<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2092\"><p data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2092\">12 master artworks decorating the walls<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2218\"><p data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2218\">Separate VIP lounges, private restrooms, and a sunroom<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2218\">It\u2019s ideal for board meetings and high-level executive gatherings.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2338\">6. Multi-Function Meeting Rooms<\/h4><p data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2338\">Seven circular multi-function rooms are distributed across the 5th floor, offering:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2561\"><li data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2399\"><p data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2399\">Flexible spaces for breakout meetings or intimate banquets<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2445\"><p data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2445\">State-of-the-art video conferencing systems<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2488\"><p data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2488\">Live interaction between multiple venues<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2561\"><p data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2561\">Outer-ring corridors perfect for coffee breaks and networking sessions<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"132\">Underground Public Walkway: The Hidden Artery of Shanghai Tower<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-269e2b8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"269e2b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-The-tower-piercing-through-the-clouds-with-night-city-lights.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24275\" alt=\"Shanghai World Financial Center The tower piercing through the clouds with night city lights.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-The-tower-piercing-through-the-clouds-with-night-city-lights.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-The-tower-piercing-through-the-clouds-with-night-city-lights-225x300.webp 225w, 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https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-The-tower-piercing-through-the-clouds-with-night-city-lights-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbaecf6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fbaecf6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"295\">Beneath Shanghai Tower, on level B2, lies the <em data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"208\">Underground Public Walkway<\/em>, an essential part of the Lujiazui Central District underground development project.<\/p><ul data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"420\"><li data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"328\"><p data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"328\"><strong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"309\">Length:<\/strong> About 340 meters<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"375\"><p data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"375\"><strong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"346\">Total area:<\/strong> Around 5,500 square meters<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"420\"><p data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"420\"><strong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"396\">Maximum width:<\/strong> Approximately 15 meters<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"512\">This underground corridor seamlessly connects Shanghai Tower with several major landmarks:<\/p><ul data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"612\"><li data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"528\"><p data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"528\">Jin Mao Tower<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"562\"><p data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"562\">Shanghai World Financial Center<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"577\"><p data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"577\">Shanghai IFC<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"601\"><p data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"601\">Shanghai Metro Line 2<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"612\"><p data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"612\">96 Plaza<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"1038\">Together, these buildings form Lujiazui\u2019s iconic \u201cGolden Triangle.\u201d Beyond the surface streets and elevated walkways, this hidden passage creates an underground network that links some of Shanghai&#8217;s most important skyscrapers, shopping centers, and transport hubs. It\u2019s not just a walkway \u2014 it\u2019s the lifeline that ties the entire financial district together, offering visitors easy, weather-proof access to many attractions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1da2df2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1da2df2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24276\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower and Financial Center Night skyline with Lujiazui\u2019s three skyscrapers.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-and-Financial-Center-Night-skyline-with-Lujiazuis-three-skyscrapers-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97f0caa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"97f0caa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"117\">Design Concept: A Spiraling Symbol of Modern China<\/h2><p data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"370\">The design of Shanghai Tower rises in a graceful spiral, as if breaking through the earth like a dragon soaring into the sky \u2014 a powerful symbol of modern China\u2019s rapid ascent. The tower\u2019s shape embodies both bold modernism and deep cultural heritage.<\/p><p data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"841\">Inspired by the flowing curves of the nearby Huangpu River, the architects used asymmetry and organic lines to mirror Shanghai\u2019s urban fabric. The vertical layout also draws from traditional Chinese architectural elements, especially the city\u2019s famous <em data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"634\">Shikumen<\/em> (stone gate houses), where semi-private courtyards and alleys serve as social spaces. By stacking these \u201clanes\u201d vertically, Shanghai Tower transforms familiar local features into a futuristic vertical city.<\/p><p data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1050\">This blend of cultural identity and cutting-edge design allows Shanghai Tower to represent not only an engineering marvel but also a landmark deeply rooted in Shanghai\u2019s unique history and vibrant lifestyle.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b16ca14 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b16ca14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24277\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower Close up Upward view of twisting glass facade against blue sky.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-683x1024.webp 683w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-768x1152.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-1024x1536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-1365x2048.webp 1365w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-8x12.webp 8w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Close-up-Upward-view-of-twisting-glass-facade-against-blue-sky-150x225.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-072af88 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"072af88\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"131\">Main Tower Design: Engineering Marvel at 632 Meters<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"477\">Foundation &amp; Excavation<\/h4><p data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"477\">Shanghai Tower\u2019s foundation combines open-cut and reverse construction techniques. The main circular pit has a diameter of 123.4 meters and a depth of 31.2 meters. Its protective diaphragm walls are 1.2 meters thick and 50 meters deep, topped with a 6-meter-thick base slab\u2014one of the largest of its kind globally.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"893\">Architectural Layout<\/h4><p data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"893\">The tower features stacked circular floor plates that gradually taper as they rise. Utility and refuge floors are placed between sections, with each atrium soaring about 80 meters high. The double curtain wall system includes an inner circular glass wall and an outer triangular twisted facade that rotates approximately 120\u00b0 as it rises, enhancing wind resistance and energy efficiency.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1015\">Structural System<\/h4><p data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1015\">Shanghai Tower uses a hybrid &#8220;mega frame\u2013core\u2013outrigger truss\u2013concrete&#8221; structure for stability:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1809\"><li data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1239\"><p data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1239\"><strong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1034\">Mega Frame:<\/strong> Composed of 8 massive steel-concrete columns, 4 corner columns, and 8 ring trusses, these components distribute both vertical and lateral loads efficiently, protecting the tower from wind and earthquakes.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1470\"><p data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1470\"><strong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1256\">Core Tube:<\/strong> A steel-reinforced concrete core with composite shear walls provides rigidity. Its shape transitions from a square base to a cross-like form at higher levels, allowing better load transfer and seismic performance.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1656\"><p data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1656\"><strong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1495\">Outrigger Trusses:<\/strong> Positioned at six vertical locations, these trusses connect the core to exterior columns, reducing sway and inter-floor displacement under high wind conditions.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1809\"><p data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1809\"><strong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1678\">Radial Trusses:<\/strong> They support the mechanical equipment and hang the external curtain wall panels, distributing loads back to the primary structure.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23f87ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"23f87ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24278\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower Base Golden and glass curved facade under sunlight.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Base-Golden-and-glass-curved-facade-under-sunlight-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-712194e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"712194e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"2124\">Curtain Wall &amp; Wind Reduction<\/h4><p data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"2124\">The facade is made of over 20,000 glass panels, with 7,000 unique shapes. V-shaped grooves in the panels emphasize the tower&#8217;s spiral form while reducing wind pressure by over 32%. The curtain wall can also flex during extreme wind or seismic events, moving up to 25 cm safely.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2405\">Lighting Design<\/h4><p data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2405\">Shanghai Tower features dynamic LED lighting with themed light shows for weekdays, weekends, holidays, and special events. Over 2,000 square meters of LED screens on the crown create breathtaking skyline displays synchronized with nearby landmark buildings.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2493\">Sustainable Innovations<\/h4><p data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2493\">Shanghai Tower sets new standards in green architecture:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"3538\"><li data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2617\"><p data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2617\"><strong data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2518\">Vertical Gardens:<\/strong> Indoor gardens, Chinese-style courtyards, and Western landscapes bring nature into the skyscraper.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2728\"><p data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2728\"><strong data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2638\">Wind Turbines:<\/strong> Vertical-axis wind turbines at the top harvest energy efficiently even at high altitudes.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2835\"><p data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2835\"><strong data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2755\">Rainwater Recycling:<\/strong> Advanced filtration systems clean and reuse rainwater for non-potable purposes.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2967\"><p data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2967\"><strong data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2871\">Geothermal Heating &amp; Cooling:<\/strong> Ground source heat pumps reduce energy consumption by 40% compared to traditional HVAC systems.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3109\"><p data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3109\"><strong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2993\">Green Construction:<\/strong> Recycled materials, waste reduction, and low-emission construction practices minimized the environmental footprint.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3220\"><p data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3220\"><strong data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3142\">Distributed Energy System:<\/strong> On-site power generation improves efficiency and reduces transmission losses.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3312\"><p data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3312\"><strong data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3241\">Heat Recovery:<\/strong> Captured heat warms hotel water systems, further conserving resources.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3416\"><p data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3416\"><strong data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3334\">Smart Lighting:<\/strong> Light sensors automatically adjust brightness, cutting electricity use by 30\u201340%.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3538\"><p data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3538\"><strong data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3449\">Variable Air Volume (VAV):<\/strong> Modern air control systems fine-tune ventilation, improving comfort while saving energy.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"113\">Podium Design: Functional Beauty Beneath the Tower<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df7cea5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"df7cea5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1940\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24279\" alt=\"Shanghai Jin Mao Tower Atrium Elegant spiral interior view from the top.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-247x300.webp 247w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-845x1024.webp 845w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-768x931.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-1267x1536.webp 1267w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-10x12.webp 10w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Jin-Mao-Tower-Atrium-Elegant-spiral-interior-view-from-the-top-150x182.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15fe4d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"15fe4d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"685\">Basement Construction<\/h4><p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"685\">The podium of Shanghai Tower is wrapped in a golden exterior and was built using reverse construction techniques. Its basement structure is supported by dual-purpose diaphragm walls that are 1.2 meters thick and extend 48 meters deep. The base slab is 1.6 meters thick. Ultra-deep bored piles serve as key foundation elements, with precise vertical alignment closely monitored after each excavation layer. After foundation completion, steel columns were encased in concrete to form permanent structural supports, ensuring long-term stability.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1068\">Foundation Pit<\/h4><p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1068\">The podium&#8217;s excavation pit covers a large and irregular area, with significant width in the east-west direction. Structural columns maintain consistent alignment across different levels. Highly accurate horizontal control systems were used to ensure structural consistency across all floors, even in the extensive underground parking garage and utility areas.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1598\">Circular Walkway<\/h4><p data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1598\">A distinctive circular corridor runs through the podium\u2019s five-story conference center. At its narrowest, it measures nearly 5 meters wide. The walls feature textured strip designs, reminiscent of flowing musical notes. The floor showcases light-colored terrazzo in large, sweeping arcs, creating a clean and elegant appearance. The spacious pre-function lobby features towering art installations inspired by Van Gogh\u2019s <em data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1527\">Starry Night<\/em>, symbolizing Shanghai\u2019s ever-evolving skyline along the Huangpu River.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e907ade elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e907ade\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24280\" alt=\"Shanghai Tower Between Apartments Urban view of Shanghai Tower framed by residential buildings.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-194x300.webp 194w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-663x1024.webp 663w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-768x1186.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-995x1536.webp 995w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-1326x2048.webp 1326w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-8x12.webp 8w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Tower-Between-Apartments-Urban-view-of-Shanghai-Tower-framed-by-residential-buildings-150x232.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3798e77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3798e77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"133\">Underground Boulevard Design: Where Nature Meets Modern Flow<\/h3><p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"803\">The underground boulevard beneath Shanghai Tower features a bold, futuristic design inspired by the Huangpu River\u2019s gentle curves. Its terrazzo flooring uses flowing blue tones to mimic water, directly evoking the rhythm and movement of the river. The walkway\u2019s curving layout intentionally guides foot traffic, creating a natural sense of flow for visitors.<\/p><p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"803\">The ceiling lighting imitates dappled sunlight streaming through a tree canopy, while the overall space design draws inspiration from the earliest human dwellings\u2014caves. This blend of natural elements with modern architecture gives the underground passage a distinctive sense of both comfort and innovation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e33e92 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7e33e92\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24281\" alt=\"Shanghai Eye Art Center Stunning digital light show inside Shanghai Tow\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-769x1024.webp 769w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-768x1023.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-1153x1536.webp 1153w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-1538x2048.webp 1538w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Shanghai-Eye-Art-Center-Stunning-digital-light-show-inside-Shanghai-Tow-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a2312c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6a2312c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"866\">The Tuned Mass Damper: Shanghai Tower\u2019s Hidden Giant<\/h3><p data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1623\">At 125 stories above ground, Shanghai Tower\u2019s most impressive secret is the world-class <em data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"975\">tuned mass damper<\/em> nicknamed the &#8220;Shanghai Eye.&#8221; This massive pendulum weighs 1,000 tons and helps stabilize the skyscraper against strong winds and typhoons. Suspended by twelve 25-meter-long steel cables, the damper moves gently in the opposite direction of wind sway, reducing building vibrations by up to 43%.<\/p><p data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1623\">Thanks to this cutting-edge, China-developed eddy-current damping system, even during powerful storms like Typhoon Bebinca, over 90% of occupants barely feel any shaking. With a maximum swing of up to 2 meters, the system ensures both safety and comfort at extreme heights \u2014 a true engineering marvel keeping China\u2019s tallest building standing steady.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"119\">Cultural Events at Shanghai Tower: More Than Just a Skyscraper<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-442ee16 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"442ee16\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24282\" alt=\"Top of Shanghai Entrance \u201cTop of Shanghai\u201d journey begins illuminated sign.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Top-of-Shanghai-Entrance-Top-of-Shanghai-journey-begins-illuminated-sign-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfb6e1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bfb6e1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"226\">Shanghai Tower is not only an architectural wonder but also a vibrant hub for cultural and public events:<\/p><ul data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"1634\"><li data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"336\"><p data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"336\"><strong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"239\">2015:<\/strong> The tower received its prestigious LEED-CS Platinum Certification for green building excellence.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"678\"><p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"350\"><strong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"348\">2016:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"678\"><li data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"460\"><p data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"460\">Hosted matchmaking and friendship events, offering exclusive inside access to China\u2019s tallest building.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"560\"><p data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"560\">The 4th UK-China High-Level People-to-People Dialogue was held in the Garden Hall on Level 5.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"678\"><p data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"678\">The Shanghai International Photography Festival opened on the Boulevard Level B2, focusing on Shanghai\u2019s skyline.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"870\"><p data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"692\"><strong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"690\">2017:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"870\"><li data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"790\"><p data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"790\">Guinness World Records presented Shanghai Tower with its official certification at Level 8.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"870\"><p data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"870\">The WorldSkills Organization visited for site evaluation and collaboration.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"977\"><p data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"977\"><strong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"882\">2019:<\/strong> Celebrated the 70th Anniversary of the People\u2019s Republic of China with a dedicated exhibition.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1351\"><p data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"991\"><strong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"989\">2021:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1351\"><li data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1083\"><p data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1083\">Hosted the &#8220;Great Journey&#8221; historical exhibition at the 118th floor observation deck.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1153\"><p data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1153\">Launched the book <em data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1137\">Personal Experience and Glory<\/em> on Level 119.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1246\"><p data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1246\">Opened the world\u2019s highest firefighting experience center on National Fire Safety Day.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1351\"><p data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1351\">The CCTV Spring Festival Gala segment <em data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1315\">Flowing Clouds and Water<\/em> was filmed at the top of the tower.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1484\"><p data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1365\"><strong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1363\">2022:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1484\"><li data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1484\"><p data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1484\">Calligraphy master Xu Mei taught children how to write ancient oracle bone script at Duoyun Bookstore on Level 52.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1634\"><p data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1498\"><strong data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1496\">2024:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1634\"><li data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1634\"><p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1634\">The first-ever Shanghai Tower Women&#8217;s Vertical Marathon was held, with 500 female athletes from around the world racing to the top.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"121\">Awards and Honors: Shanghai Tower\u2019s Global Recognition<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a54cc8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2a54cc8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24283\" alt=\"Close up of Shanghai Tower\u2019s spiral facade and glass exterior at dusk.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Close-up-of-Shanghai-Towers-spiral-facade-and-glass-exterior-at-dusk-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01ad9bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"01ad9bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"295\">Since its conception, Shanghai Tower has received numerous prestigious awards, highlighting its architectural innovation, engineering excellence, and cultural significance:<\/p><ul data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"1790\"><li data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"419\"><p data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"419\"><strong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"308\">2012:<\/strong> Awarded China\u2019s Three-Star Green Building Design Label by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"499\"><p data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"499\"><strong data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"431\">2015:<\/strong> Earned the LEED-CS Platinum Certification for sustainable building.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"1132\"><p data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"513\"><strong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"511\">2016:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"1132\"><li data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"556\"><p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"556\">Won the MIPIM People&#8217;s Choice Award.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"656\"><p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"656\">Received the China High-Rise Building Innovation Award for its suspended curtain wall system.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"748\"><p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"748\">Featured in <em data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"695\">Architectural Record<\/em>&#8216;s 125 Most Important Buildings since its founding.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"884\"><p data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"884\">Honored with the 2016 Outstanding Structure Award by the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"956\"><p data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"956\">Awarded the American Architecture Prize (AAP) Design of the Year.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1068\"><p data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1068\">Named the \u201cBest Tall Building Worldwide 2016\u201d by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1132\"><p data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1132\">Titled \u201cWorld&#8217;s Most Beautiful Skyscraper 2015\u201d by Emporis.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1209\"><p data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1209\"><strong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1144\">2017:<\/strong> Won China\u2019s prestigious Luban Prize for construction excellence.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1281\"><p data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1281\"><strong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1221\">2018:<\/strong> Received the 15th Zhan Tianyou Award for Civil Engineering.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1558\"><p data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1295\"><strong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1293\">2019:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1558\"><li data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1377\"><p data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1377\">Awarded the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Progress Grand Prize.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1426\"><p data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1426\">Received the BOMA Global Innovation Award.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1501\"><p data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1501\">Listed among the CTBUH&#8217;s 50 Most Influential Tall Buildings Worldwide.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1558\"><p data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1558\">Won China&#8217;s National Quality Engineering Gold Award.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1617\"><p data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1617\"><strong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1570\">2020:<\/strong> Named one of Shanghai\u2019s Top Ten New Landmarks.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1690\"><p data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1690\"><strong data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1629\">2022:<\/strong> Included in the &#8220;100 Great Buildings of New Era China&#8221; list.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1790\"><p data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1790\"><strong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1702\">2023:<\/strong> Its Party-Building Exhibition Hall was designated a Shanghai Patriotism Education Base.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"105\">Significance and Legacy of Shanghai Tower<\/h2><p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"632\">As the final jewel in the crown of Lujiazui\u2019s super-tall skyline, Shanghai Tower plays a vital role in shaping Shanghai\u2019s status as a global financial powerhouse. It serves not only as a hub for finance but also as a <strong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"341\">vertical city<\/strong>, combining offices, hotels, convention centers, retail spaces, and observation decks all within one soaring structure. Together with Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai Tower forms a signature &#8220;tripod&#8221; skyline that defines the heart of Lujiazui\u2019s financial district.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2e83ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b2e83ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-24284\" alt=\"Night view of Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Shanghai Tower.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-1536x2048.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-640x853.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Night-view-of-Jin-Mao-Tower-Shanghai-World-Financial-Center-and-Shanghai-Tower-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d63e70 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d63e70\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"1080\">Beyond its architectural height, Shanghai Tower represents China&#8217;s bold step forward in blending modern engineering with cultural identity. Its innovative design prioritizes public space, sacrificing private floor area to create vibrant, accessible areas for visitors and workers alike. This approach moves beyond purely commercial ambitions, reflecting a modern vision of urban development that values public interaction and cultural experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1572\">At 632 meters tall, Shanghai Tower stands as the tallest building in China and the third tallest in the world \u2014 a historic milestone as China\u2019s first skyscraper to surpass 600 meters. It showcases the remarkable progress made in Chinese construction technology, design innovation, and modern urban planning since the country\u2019s reform and opening-up era. The tower is not just a building; it\u2019s a powerful symbol of China&#8217;s rising influence, technical expertise, and architectural creativity.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"105\">Visiting Shanghai Tower<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"131\">Location &amp; Address<\/h3><p data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"404\">Shanghai Tower is located in the heart of Lujiazui Financial District, at 501 Yincheng Middle Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. It stands alongside two other iconic skyscrapers\u2014Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center\u2014forming the famous &#8220;tripod&#8221; skyline of Pudong.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"426\">How to Get There<\/h3><p data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"443\"><strong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"441\">By Metro:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"659\"><li data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"563\"><p data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"563\">Take Metro Line 2 to Lujiazui Station, exit at Exit 6, and follow signs through the IFC Mall to reach Shanghai Tower.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"659\"><p data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"659\">Alternatively, take Metro Line 14 to Lujiazui Station and exit from Exit 9A for a short walk.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"844\"><strong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"672\">By Bus:<\/strong><br data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"675\" \/>Multiple bus lines serve the nearby area, including 01, 798, 783, 799, 992, Tunnel Lines, and others that stop at Century Avenue, Dongfang Hospital, and East Chang Road.<\/p><p data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"945\"><strong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"859\">By Ferry:<\/strong><br data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"862\" \/>Take the ferry to Dongchang Road Pier, then transfer to Bus 339 to reach the tower.<\/p><p data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"961\"><strong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"959\">By Foot:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1111\"><li data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1045\"><p data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1045\">Walk about 5 km from Shanghai International Cruise Terminal (approx. 20 minutes).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1111\"><p data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1111\">You can also access it easily from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/the-bund\/\">the Bund<\/a> Sightseeing Tunnel.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1335\"><strong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1124\">By Car:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1127\" \/>Shanghai Tower has a 3-level underground parking garage with 1,800 parking spaces and several EV charging stations. Entrances are located at Yincheng Middle Road, Lujiazui Ring Road, and Huayuan Shiqiao Road.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1369\">Touring the Observation Deck<\/h3><p data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1755\">Start your visit by purchasing tickets at the &#8220;Top of Shanghai&#8221; ticket office located at the northwest corner of the tower (near Yincheng Middle Road and Huayuan Shiqiao Road). After passing through the exhibition area on Basement Level 1, visitors descend to Basement Level 2 to board the high-speed elevators that will whisk you to the 546-meter observation deck in just 55 seconds.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1774\">The Elevators<\/h3><p data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1838\">Shanghai Tower holds multiple world records for its elevators:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"2010\"><li data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1892\"><p data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1892\"><strong data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1868\">Fastest Elevator (OB3):<\/strong> 20.5 meters per second.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1936\"><p data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1936\"><strong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1922\">Highest Elevator (FLH):<\/strong> 578.5 meters.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2007\"><p data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2007\"><strong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1985\">Fastest Double-Decker Elevators (8X &amp; 6X):<\/strong> 10 meters per second.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2119\">In total, 106 Mitsubishi elevators operate inside the tower, designed for both efficiency and energy-saving.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2143\">Ticket Information<\/h3><p data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2159\"><strong data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2157\">Pricing:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2259\"><li data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2259\"><p data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2259\">Adult ticket: \u00a5180 (includes access to both the exhibition hall and 118th-floor observation deck)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2283\"><strong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2281\">Operating Hours:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2349\"><li data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2349\"><p data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2349\">Open daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (last admission at 7:30 PM)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2384\"><strong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2382\">Discounts &amp; Free Admission:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2651\"><li data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2471\"><p data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2471\"><strong data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2432\">Children (\u22641 meter tall or \u22643 years old):<\/strong> Free (must be accompanied by an adult)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2548\"><p data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2548\"><strong data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2543\">Children (1.0m\u20131.4m) &amp; Students (under 23 with valid student ID):<\/strong> \u00a5120<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2584\"><p data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2584\"><strong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2579\">Seniors (\u226560 years old):<\/strong> \u00a5120<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2651\"><p data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2651\"><strong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2630\">Military Personnel &amp; Disabled Visitors:<\/strong> \u00a5120 (with valid ID)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>FAQs About Shanghai Tower<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7000c53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"7000c53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1170\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1170\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the best time to visit the Shanghai Tower observation deck for optimal views? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1170\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c8449d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3c8449d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1166fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d1166fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThe ideal time to visit is during dusk, allowing you to experience both daylight and nighttime cityscapes in a single trip. This timing offers a unique perspective as the city transitions from day to night, providing stunning views of Shanghai&#8217;s skyline illuminated by city lights.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1171\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1171\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How fast are the elevators in Shanghai Tower? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1171\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-300009e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"300009e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27f20e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27f20e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tShanghai Tower&#8217;s elevators are among the fastest in the world, reaching speeds up to 20.5 meters per second (approximately 73.8 km\/h). This allows visitors to ascend to the observation deck on the 118th floor in under a minute, providing a swift and exhilarating ride.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1172\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1172\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is there a restaurant or caf\u00e9 in Shanghai Tower? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1172\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a33756f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a33756f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a64c829 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a64c829\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, Shanghai Tower houses the J Hotel, which includes several dining options. Notably, the &#8220;Heavenly Jin&#8221; restaurant on the 120th floor offers fine dining with panoramic views of the city, making it one of the highest restaurants globally.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1173\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1173\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Are there any special exhibitions or events held at Shanghai Tower? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1173\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6710d2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b6710d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-08110b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"08110b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tShanghai Tower occasionally hosts exhibitions and cultural events in its public spaces and observation areas. These events can range from art installations to cultural showcases, providing visitors with more than just architectural marvels to enjoy. It&#8217;s advisable to check the official Shanghai Tower website or contact their information desk for current or upcoming events during your visit.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1174\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1174\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can I purchase tickets to the observation deck online in advance? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1174\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55e5f1f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"55e5f1f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41306e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41306e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, tickets for the Shanghai Tower observation deck can be purchased online through various platforms, including the official Shanghai Tower website and authorized ticketing partners. Buying tickets in advance is recommended, especially during peak tourist seasons, to ensure availability and potentially benefit from discounts.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the best time to visit the Shanghai Tower observation deck for optimal views?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The ideal time to visit is during dusk, allowing you to experience both daylight and nighttime cityscapes in a single trip. 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post-16292 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-zodiac-year tag-earth tag-monkey tag-wuxing tag-wuxing-zodiac tag-zodiac\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/earth-monkey\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-34193\" alt=\"Year of Earth Monkey 1968 and 2028 Personality Fate Forecast\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-Earth-Monkey-1968-and-2028-Personality_-Fate-_-Forecast.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Zodiac Year<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/earth-monkey\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tEarth Monkey\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>The Earth Monkey corresponds to the years 1908, 1968, and 2028 (Nayin &#8220;Great Earth&#8221;). In the Five Elements system<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-17229 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-province tag-province tag-province-basic-info tag-tibet\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/tibet-xizang\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-17359\" alt=\"View of Potala Palace in Lhasa with golden stupas in the foreground showcasing Tibets iconic landmark and dramatic mountain backdrop\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/View-of-Potala-Palace-in-Lhasa-with-golden-stupas-in-the-foreground-showcasing-Tibets-iconic-landmark-and-dramatic-mountain-backdrop-e1745140531996.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Province<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/tibet-xizang\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tTibet\/Xizang\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Explore Tibet, the Roof of the World, with sacred sites like Potala Palace and Everest, rich Tibetan culture, unique festivals, ancient traditions, and stunning natural beauty.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-14065 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-fortune category-zodiac-year tag-175 tag-fate tag-fortune tag-fortune-telling tag-monkey tag-wuxing tag-zodiac\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/1968-zodiac-fate-and-fortune\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1968-Born-Zodiac-Forecast-for-2026-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-33631\" alt=\"1968 Born Zodiac Forecast for 2026\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/1968-zodiac-fate-and-fortune\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t1968 Zodiac Earth Monkey &amp; Forecast for 2026\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>A structured 2026 forecast for people born in 1968, covering career, wealth, relationships, health, lucky elements, and guidance for steady advancement.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-28307 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-travel-tips tag-guide tag-payment tag-travel-guide tag-travel-tips\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/how-to-pay-in-china\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-1024x887.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28316\" alt=\"Alipay and Visa contactless payment signs at a Chinese retail counter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-1024x887.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-300x260.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-768x665.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-14x12.webp 14w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter-150x130.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Alipay-and-Visa-contactless-payment-signs-at-a-Chinese-retail-counter.webp 1247w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Travel Tips<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/how-to-pay-in-china\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tHow to Pay in China 2026: Mobile Payment, Cards, Cash\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Travel smart in China 2025\u2014set up mobile wallets, link international cards, use cash wisely, and avoid common payment pitfalls.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-38599 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-travel-guide tag-guide tag-province-travel-guide tag-shanxi tag-shanxi-travel-guide tag-travel-guide\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/shanxi-travel-guide\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-41948\" alt=\"Shanxi travel guide routes places Pingyao Datong Mount Wutai overview China cultural travel planning\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shanxi-travel-guide-routes-places-Pingyao-Datong-Mount-Wutai-overview-China-cultural-travel-planning.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Travel Guide<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/shanxi-travel-guide\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tShanxi Travel Guide: Routes, Tips &amp; Best Places\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Plan your first Shanxi trip with the best routes, places, travel tips, seasons, transport advice, and smart itinerary ideas for 2026.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-29413 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-attraction tag-attraction tag-attraction-travel-guide tag-beijing-attraction tag-peking-university tag-travel-guide tag-university\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/peking-university\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-29419\" alt=\"Peking University ornate gate under blue sky \u2013 Traditional Chinese architectural entrance with intricate carvings and the gold \u201cPeking University\u201d plaque.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-768x576.webp 768w, 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href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/peking-university\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tPeking University\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Discover Peking University in Beijing\u2014China\u2019s top campus blending history, culture, and gardens. 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