Cultural cloud brings people together in Shanghai

An internet-based cultural service platform covering Shanghai's major cultural venues is expected to be completely established by the end of 2016, allowing local residents to easily access local cultural programs and experiences.

The Shanghai Cultural Cloud is China's first one-stop public cultural service platform that has been heralded as a breakthrough in cultural innovation. It is also part of the city's three-year action plan to promote the construction of a smart city.

The platform, which is also considered an important part of the Zhangjiang cultural and technology creative industry, allows local residents to search for public cultural activities that they are interested in through its mobile application, website or WeChat public account. Residents can also organize their own activities at cultural venues by making reservations online.