Monday, April 19, 2010

Shanghai

I was honestly stunned by the development in Shanghai.

My last visit was only three years ago, and it was arranged by the Shanghai Government where we only saw what the Government wanted us to see. This time, I had freedom to go anywhere, and yet, anywhere I turned, it screamed "look at us! we've done it!"

All the buildings were huge and imposing. The highways were just like the ones in Tokyo but just really much, much bigger. The shops were perfectly aligned.

The Chinese Government (or whoever) have also already went ahead and created a little area called Taikang Lu, a small alleyway to make you feel warm and cozy - as if you discovered an unplanned nook all by yourself. And yes, it works. It felt nice.

Cafes...
Bars...... and Galleries.

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