Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1Pre-book your Suzhou Creek boat tickets well in advance to avoid crowds, especially during peak season. QR codes are used for ticketing. (0:47)
- Tip 2The Suzhou Creek was once polluted, but the city's rehabilitation project cleaned it up, added walkways, and created a cycle path, resulting in a beautiful urban space. (2:14)
- Tip 3The newly opened photography gallery near the Shiong Warehouse costs around 120 RMB for a day ticket. It features contemporary photographic art. (3:52)
- Tip 4The Sihang Warehouse played a significant role in the Second Sino-Japanese War and is featured in the movie "The 800." It's a powerful historical site worth exploring. (4:08)
- Tip 5Consider visiting the sites mentioned in the video on an ebike for a closer look at the area. This offers a different perspective compared to the boat tour. (14:48)
Embark on a captivating journey with Tim Chambers as he navigates the revitalized Suzhou Creek in Shanghai by boat. Witness the stunning transformation of this once-polluted waterway into a picturesque urban landscape. Explore iconic landmarks like the Bund, the Astor House, and the Russian Consulate, all while enjoying breathtaking views of Shanghai's skyline. Discover hidden gems and historical sites, experiencing the city's rich past and vibrant present. This video offers a unique perspective of Shanghai, showcasing its blend of modern development and preserved history.
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This video follows Tim Chambers's delightful boat journey along Shanghai's Suzhou Creek, a waterway dramatically transformed since the 2000s. The journey starts near the M50 art space, showcasing the 'Thousand Trees' development with its unique architecture.
Tim details the Suzhou Creek Rehabilitation Project, highlighting the city's impressive cleanup efforts and the creation of beautiful walkways and cycle paths. He points out the contrast between modern developments and restored historical buildings.
The ride provides stunning views of landmarks including the Bund, the Astor House, the Russian Consulate, and the iconic Shiong Warehouse, famous for its role in the Second Sino-Japanese War and featured in the movie "The 800".
Tim also shares insights into the area's art scene, mentioning the M50 art space and the newly opened photography gallery. He highlights the unique architecture of buildings along the creek, discussing the origins and history of several structures, including the Shanghai General Post Office and the debate around the Victor Sassoon's alleged initials in the architecture of two buildings.
The video captures the vibrant atmosphere of Shanghai, showing locals enjoying the revitalized area. Tim Chambers's commentary is engaging and informative, offering a blend of historical facts, personal observations, and humorous anecdotes. The journey concludes with a classic view of the Shanghai skyline, leaving the viewer with a sense of wonder and appreciation for the city's transformation.
The video's unique perspective from the water provides a fresh and captivating view of Shanghai's history and its modern rejuvenation. Tim Chambers's personal insights and enthusiastic narration make this a truly enjoyable and informative experience.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: What's the best way to get tickets for the Suzhou Creek boat tour?
- A: It's best to pre-book your tickets well in advance using a QR code. Doing it on the day can be tricky because it gets crowded.
- Q: How clean is Suzhou Creek now?
- A: It's been dramatically cleaned up since the 2000s. They've added walkways and cycle paths, and it's now quite pretty.
- Q: What's the Sihang Warehouse's significance?
- A: It's famous for its role in the Second Sino-Japanese War and is featured in the movie "The 800." It was a key point of defense during the war.
- Q: What are some other interesting places along the creek?
- A: There's the M50 art space, a newly opened photography gallery, the Astor House, and the Russian Consulate, to name a few.
- Q: What's the story behind the Victor Sassoon initials?
- A: Some people believe that the shape of two buildings near the creek resembles the initials of Victor Sassoon, who was associated with the Peace Hotel. More research is needed to confirm this.
