上海简称“沪”，地处长江三角洲前沿，倚东海之滨，向东是浩瀚无垠的太平洋、与美国的西海岸隔海相望，南临杭州湾，西与富庶的江苏、浙江两省毗邻，北界黄金水道长江入海口，正当我国南北海岸线的中部，交通便利，地理位置十分优越。

上海在中国现代史上占有着十分重要的地位，她是中国共产党的诞生地。许多震动中外的历史事件在这里发生，留下了众多的革命遗迹，处处为您讲述着一个个使人永不忘怀的可歌可泣的故事，成为包含民俗的人文景观和纪念地。在上海，每到秋祭，纷至沓来的人们在这里祭祀先烈、缅怀革命历史,已成为了一种风俗。

上海在长达近200年的开发过程中，始终处于中西文化的交汇点，集中了中、西、古、今各种人文社会资源，仅名人故居、各种纪念馆、博物馆就有几十处；上海还是一个都市景观资源十分丰富的大都市。被称为万国建筑博物馆的建筑景观，被称为全国第一街的南京路商业街，都是具有上海特色的旅游资源。改革开放以来，浦东的开发开放，虹桥开发区的建立，上海高层建筑雨后春笋般地拔地而起。内环线高架公路、成都路高架公路以及地铁的贯通。上海的都市景观呈现五彩缤纷的新气象。

Shanghai, Hu for short, is situated on the estuary of Yangtze River of China, covering an area of 5,800 square kilometers (2,239 square miles). It has a population of 18.7 million, including 2 million floating population.
Shanghai is known for the "Oriental Paris" and "Pearl of China". It is the economic, financial and cultural center in the nation. It serves as the largest base of Chinese industrial technology, the important seaport and China's largest commercial and financial center.
What makes Shanghai attractive are the many different styles of architecture and design throughout the city. The Sightseeing, Business and Shopping centered upon People's Square and along the Huangpu River; the city's Cultural Center with its public activities and community facilities; and the main Entertainment and Holiday Tourism area located at Mt. Sheshan, Chongming Island, Dingshan Lake and Shenshuigang Area are a proof of Modern Shanghai.
Shanghai is a spectacularly modern city. The pace of development here is unbelievable. At present, 17% of the world's cranes are in the city and developers boast that the city is changing at a rate incomparable to anywhere else in the world ever.
In addition, Shanghai is a shopper's paradise. Nanjing Road is a must for for tourists. Huaihai Road caters for those with modern and fashionable tastes, while Sichuan North Road meets the demands of ordinary folk. Besides, Xujiahui Shopping Center, Yuyuan Shopping City, Jiali Sleepless City are popular destinations for those who are seeking to buy something special as a souvenir.Like other cities throughout the country, Shanghai celebrates all Chinese public holidays, such as Spring Festival, International Labor Day, Children's Day National Day and etc. In addition to National Vocation, Shanghai's regional folk festivals add their own touch of traditional jubilation to city life. On every Spring Festival Eve, local people swarm to Longhua Temple to toll the bell to celebrate the coming New Year. The Shanghai International Tea Culture Festival is held during April. In May there is the International Dragon Boat Race in the Qingpu District. Established in 1993, there is the Shanghai International Film Festival. This is the only international film festival to be held in mainland. The Shanghai Tourism Festival is held during September and October; this brings a wide variety of celebrations and activities.
Every year, the Shanghai Formula One World Championship will be held in Shanghai in Oct. In September, 2004, the Shanghai Formula One World Championship was held for the first time in China. This prestigious event which is the world's fastest, most expensive motoring competition with the highest of technical standards helps to promote the image of Shanghai's economic development and tourism industry and brings commercial opportunity to the city. Shanghai also hosts many other international competitions and conventions, such as the APEC Convention, International Ballet Competitions, etc.
Museums, galleries, restaurants and bars have emerged in the past few years, which has been another main point appealing to tourists. The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Mansion and Pudong International Airport are the modern symbols of an international metropolis.The heydays of the 1920s and 30s and the newfound wealth in the city are making Shanghai a place with a fabulous and optimistic style and attitude.