Today s Shanghai
Introduction Shanghai is the largest city in China which attracts people at home and abroad. ... Shanghai is the showcase of China¡¯s fast growth. ... Today¡¯s Shanghai is designed with the aim of letting more people all over the world have a better understanding of Shanghai, especially of its current developments. Climate With a pleasant northern subtropical maritime monsoon climate, Shanghai enjoys four distinct seasons, generous sunshine and abundant rainfall. ... The precipitation of Shanghai is plentiful. ... Life Expectancy The life expectancy of Shanghai residents is higher than the world¡¯s average and reaches the level of major economically-developed countries in the world. ... The city¡¯s urban area is covered by trees and grass. ... In the past decade, Shanghai has built apartment buildings and houses. ... Social Security The social security system had made eye-catching progresses in Shanghai in the past few years. ... Economic Progress & Industry Shanghai is one of China¡¯s old industrial bases. Steel, telecommunications, automobiles, power production equipment, petrochemicals and electric appliances have become Shanghai¡¯s six pillar industries. The city¡¯s Service Industry now represents a growing part of Shanghai¡¯s economy. ... The city¡¯s goal is to turn Shanghai into a economic and trade centre. Shanghai is also developing modern farming in its suburban areas. ... 2 subway line in Shanghai opened to public. ... BUS: The bus lines in the urban area of Shanghai crisscross like a spider web.