Although it may not be China’s capital, Shanghai is still the most developed city in the country. It is home to quite a few of China’s iconic building and is a tourist favourite thanks to a plethora of tourist spots such as Xintiandi. Xintiandi is a leisure district located in the heart of Shanghai, which has been dubbed the ‘City’s Living Room’. It contains some of the trendiest shops and restaurants in the city and no trip to Shanghai can be considered complete without stopping by here.

Xintiandi can be divided into the South Block and the North Block. The streets of the North Block are lined with Shikumen (these are a type of house that emerged during the 1860s) which contain upscale boutiques and eateries. Shikumen combine both Chinese and Western elements in their design and is now considered classic Shanghainese architecture. The traditional exterior provides a delightful contrast to the modern interior found at many establishments.

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The South Block on the other hand is composed of modern buildings. Here too one can find many trendy restaurants and shops as well as plenty of entertainment options such as theatres and gyms. The Xintiandi area is one of the most popular tourist spots in Shanghai. Xintiandi is a prominent area and is readily accessible by public transport. One can either get here by bus or subway. Those taking Subway Line 10 can get off at the Xintiandi Station and those taking Subway Line 1 should get off at the South Huangpu Road Station. The area itself is a car free zone and can only be explored by foot.

Tourists in Shanghai with a few hours to spare could easily spend them wandering the streets of Xintiandi. Those who do not wish to leave the city’s premier leisure centre should consider getting accommodation in the area. The Langham Xintiandi Shanghai is conveniently located next to many of the area’s attractions and is known to provide some of the most elegantly decorated Luxury Hotel Shanghai. The Shanghai 5 Star Hotel also offers a variety of services making it the ideal accommodation choice for both business and leisure travellers.