A unique jewel in Shanghai’s architectural crown, 1033 is now undergoing extensive restoration and through this, a major Shanghai landmark is being created. The central building marries classic architecture and Art Deco styling with beautiful geometric motifs. The unique design features a series of interlocking ramps, bridges and walkways, and dramatic, light-filled spaces. The result is visual and inspirational experience like no other in Shanghai’s heritage architecture. The Hongkou District government’s plan includes the 1,600 square meter plaza at 1933,, a park, cobblestone walkways, restored charming canals, beautiful landscaping and preserved traditional neighborhoods. The area will be restored to its original historic and aesthetic state, while offering modern facilities to reclaim Hongkou’s historic roles ans a key center of culture, arts and learning in Shanghai. 1933 is easily accessible from the city’s major through-fares, and is just minutes from the recently constructed luxury liner dock and Hyatt on the Bund hotel.
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Shanghai 1933, China
26 Nov
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Chinese emperors had many other gods to worship apart from the god of heaven, including the gods of earth, water and war. They also worshipped their ancestors. As a result, religious activities were an important part of their busy work schedule. Temples of various kinds are scattered in Beijing. The best-known are the Temple of Heaven in the south, the Temple of Earth in the north, the Temple of Sun in the east, and the Temple of the Moon in the west. The Temple of Heaven is the grandest of them all.
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