With a population of over 24 million and an area of 6,340 square kilometers, Shanghai is the largest [Page 1090]city in China. Located on the east coast at the mouth of the Yangtze River, Shanghai has a subtropical climate with four distinct seasons and moderately humid weather throughout the year. Shanghai, renowned for historic attractions, modern skyscrapers, and shopping malls, is one of the most popular tourist destinations attracting travelers from all over the world. In 2013, 267 million domestic and inbound tourists visited Shanghai. Convenient transportation, multiple cultures, abundant tourist attractions, and various events provide great opportunities for the development of Shanghai’s tourism industry.

Shanghai’s superior transportation makes it one of the most important tourist hubs in China. A large number of high-speed trains have ...