The route strings a number of industrial remains in Yangpu, allowing visitors to experience Shanghai's century-old industrial history and modern industrial civilization, said Xu Weiwan, director of the administration.

The 3.2km route in Huangpu District, themed "modern times," enables tourists to pass a number of classic architectural sites.

These include the city's iconic Waibaidu Bridge, Waitanyuan — a scenic area with enticing buildings such as the old British Consulate, Shanghai Rowing Club and the Union Church — and Fairmont Peace Hotel, one of the Far East's most renowned hotels. Also on the route are HSBC Building, Shanghai Telecom Museum and Shiliupu Dock.

The trip takes visitors through time, enables them to listen to the stories of the city and experience the most classic Shanghai flavor, said Xu.

The 2.8km "literature and art flavor" route in Hongkou District, takes tourists into old hotels such as the renowned Broadway Mansions Hotel, a grand Art Deco hotel that has one of the best views of the city, Astor House Hotel built in 1846, the first Western hotel in China, as well as Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum and North Bund riverfront green belt.

These hotels are silent witnesses to Shanghai's legendary past and the Hongkou riverfront also promises a very beautiful view of Huangpu River, the administration said.

The 2.6km walking tour along Pudong's riverfront connects destinations such as the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Lujiazui central green area, Shanghai Tower, Binjiang Avenue and Shanghai History Museum.

The 4.1km Xuhui route strings a cultural cluster on the west bank comprising venues including the Long Museum, Yuz Museum and Shanghai Center of Photography.

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