Huangpu
Huangpu, Whangpoo or Hwangpoo, river, 60 mi (97 km) long, rising in the lake district of Shanghai Municipality, E China, and flowing NE past Shanghai into the Chang estuary at Wusong. It is a major navigational route. Its dredged channel, lined with wharves, warehouses, and industrial plants, provides access to Shanghai for oceangoing vessels. The river is also a major water source for Shanghai, and as the city has grown it has suffered from water shortages and polluted drinking water; in 1996 a project to divert water from the Chang River (Yangtze) to the Huangpu was completed.
Attractions
Explore this ancient city and its beautiful temples; visit an emperor's tomb, admire magnificent historic artifacts and elegant gardens. Tour a local kindergarten and see the children learning calligraphy and painting. Visit the grand Sun-Yat-Sen Memorial or visit Foshan where Buddhas are carved in a hillside, and see a traditional scholar's garden.
Shopping
Take home fabulous silks, superb pottery, scroll paintings and calligraphy, fascinating cut paper items, jade and jewelry.
Food
Tempt your palate with dim sum, succulent roast pig, crispy chicken, fresh fish or more exotic dishes like turtle and snake!
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