Shanghai, China - The Bund - View from Huangpu River
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Shanghai, China - The Bund - View from Huangpu River
The Bund - a waterfront area in central Shanghai focused on a section of Zhongshan Road within the former Shanghai International Settlement, along the western bank of the Huangpu River, facing Pudong (in the eastern part of Huangpu District). Date: circa 1930s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Area Bank Bund Huangpu Junk Riverside Sampan Sampans Settlement Shanghai Waterfront Whangpoo Zhongshan
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This photograph, taken circa 1930s, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Shanghai, China, as seen from the Huangpu River. The iconic Bund waterfront area is the focus of this image, with its distinctive architecture and bustling activity. The Bund is a section of Zhongshan Road, located in central Shanghai along the western bank of the Huangpu River. At the time, this area was part of the former International Settlement, a unique enclave governed by various foreign powers. In the foreground, traditional wooden sampans and junk boats are moored along the riverside, their sails furled and masts still. These boats, a common sight on the Huangpu River, were an essential mode of transportation for the local population and merchants. The Bund was a hub of commerce and trade, with its diverse population and cosmopolitan atmosphere drawing people from all corners of the world. The photograph also reveals the striking contrast between the old Bund area and the modern Pudong district in the eastern part of Huangpu District. The Bund, with its European-style buildings and colonial architecture, stands in stark contrast to the futuristic skyline of Pudong, which was still under development during this period. This photograph is a testament to Shanghai's unique history and cultural heritage, showcasing the city's past as a vibrant and cosmopolitan center of trade and commerce. The traditional sampans and junk boats, moored along the Bund, serve as a reminder of the city's rich maritime history and its enduring connection to the Huangpu River.
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