Shanghai reigns as China?s financial and business center and stands as a symbol of modernity for the country. Last year, it received 215 million domestic tourists and 7.3 million overseas visitors and is working to increase tourism revenues by 70% by 2015. With that goal in mind, the city is investing $5.95 billion USD into […]The post Top 5 Views You Can’t Miss in Shanghai appeared first on Pursuitist.

Shanghai reigns as China?s financial and business center and stands as a symbol of modernity for the country. Last year, it received 215 million domestic tourists and 7.3 million overseas visitors and is working to increase tourism revenues by 70% by 2015. With that goal in mind, the city is investing $5.95 billion USD into a number of key projects.The city?s focus on tourism has led way to the creation of some of the most beautiful urban landscapes in China. Here are five views you won?t want to miss on your next trip to Shanghai.1. The View From Bar RougeLocated atop Bund 18, a 1923 column-fronted building built in the neo-classical style, Bar Rouge is one of Shanghai?s top nightlife spots, boasting world-class DJs, cocktails and interior design. Its awe-inspiring terrace offers unparalleled views of the Huangpu River and Pudong, Shanghai?s financial district and space-age skyline.Bund 18 also offers a number of luxury shops ? including Cartier, Ermenegildo Zegna and Zhaoyi ? and an art space called 18 Gallery.2. Looking Out From the Oriental Pearl Tower At a to...