The Oriental Pearl TV Tower Radio and Television Tower is one of the most iconic buildings in Shanghai. It is located in Lujiazui Financial and Trade Zone, Pudong New Area, facing the Bund across the river. It is not only a landmark of Shanghai, but also one of the first 5A level tourist attractions in China, integrating multiple functions such as sightseeing, dining, shopping, entertainment, historical display, and space experience.
Unique design: The tower is about 468 meters high and is composed of 11 spheres of different sizes connected in series, resembling a "big pearl and small pearl falling on a jade plate", inspired by the Tang poem "Pipa Xing".
City panoramic view: It offers a 360 degree panoramic view of Shanghai, especially the magnificent contrast between the Bund's international architectural complex and the modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui.
① Subjective light layer
263 meter subjective light layer: fully transparent circular corridor, providing the best panoramic view of the city.
259 meter fully transparent suspended sightseeing gallery: with glass flooring, you can experience the excitement of "strolling in the air".
② 351 meter spacecraft
The highest observation level inside the tower is designed in a futuristic sci-fi style and features space themed exhibitions.
③ Shanghai Urban Historical Development Exhibition Hall
Located in the tower base: Through realistic scene restoration, wax figures, and cultural relics, it showcases the transformation of Shanghai from a modern port to a modern city (requires separate ticket purchase, rich content, and extremely historical value).
Featured Experience
Rotating Restaurant: Located at 267 meters, it is one of the tallest rotating restaurants in Asia, where you can enjoy the scenery while dining (reservation required).
High altitude VR roller coaster: By the transparent sightseeing corridor, combining virtual reality with real height, adding fun to the experience.
Light Show: At night, the tower's lights change with the seasons and festivals, making it the focal point of the Bund night view.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
