Setting the city abuzz

Explore Shanghai this Lunar New Year and soak in the festive mood with 10 new tourist offerings, He Qi, Xu Junqian and Zhang Kun report.

While some shops will likely stay shut during the Lunar New Year holiday in Shanghai, the city will nevertheless remain a hive of activity, thanks to the numerous festive events planned. Major shopping and cultural destinations will also remain open throughout the holiday week.

Shanghai, as the most cosmopolitan and modern metropolis in China, is also one of the best places in the country to experience a Lunar New Year that combines modern and traditional elements. The city is also considerably less crowded during this period, which makes traveling more of a breeze.