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A dynamic city in the world's fastest-changing nation, Shanghai is an exhilarating, ever-morphing metropolis that is not just living China's dream, but is setting the pace for the rest of the world. Shanghai, one of the world's safest walking cities, can turn out to be a fantastic place to spend a summer. Shanghai is a city filled with historic landmarks, cultural diversity and is quickly becoming one of the world’s leading financial centers. Famous for everything from the Bund to delicious Shanghainese dumplings, Shanghai is extremely easy to get around, either by foot or by subway. Hosting a population of 18 million people, Shanghai, needless to say, is melting pot of people from all over China, and the world. With the diversity of Chinese minorities and foreigners, there is a variety of restaurants and entertainment places to go to which makes most other cities of China pale in comparison. In preparation for the World Expo in 2010, Shanghai is ramping up improvements to its infrastructure and transportation for the millions of people who will be going there seeking new opportunities and adventures. Known as the “Oriental Pearl”, Shanghai stands out as a truly unique combination of unbelievable skyscraper skylines and rich historical architecture, complimented by a rich history dating back to the early days of China. The beautiful surrounding cities of Hangzhou and its beautiful West Lake area, Suzhou and its relaxing canals to the mysterious water canal villages of Zhujiajiao, Shanghai provides endless opportunities to explore and learn.