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Oriental Pearl Tower

東方明珠廣播電視塔 · 상하이시

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Oriental Pearl Tower

    Welcome to the Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower, an 'iconic' and 'striking' symbol of Shanghai's rapid modernization. Completed in 1994, this 468-meter-tall structure 'shocks the world' with its 'unique cylindrical…

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  2. 2The Shanghai Municipal History Museum — Foundations of a Metropolis

    Our tour begins at the base of the tower in the 'Shanghai Municipal History Museum'. This is not just a collection of artifacts; it is a 'window into the city's historical soul'. …

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  3. 3The Lower Sphere — Multimedia and Motion

    We now ascend to the 'Lower Sphere', which houses the 'Space City' and a series of 'multimedia' attractions. This is where the 'future meets the present' in a 'sensory feast' of technology. …

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  4. 4The Main Sightseeing Deck — The City at Your Feet

    We have reached the 'Main Sightseeing Deck' in the 'Middle Sphere', at an elevation of 263 meters. This is the 'iconic' heart of the tower, offering 'panoramic views' that 'celebrate diversity' and the 'splendor' of the 'Great…

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  5. 5The Revolving Restaurant — Dining in the Sky

    Located in the upper part of the 'Middle Sphere', the 'Revolving Restaurant' offers a 'unique perspective' on 'modern city life' combined with 'unmatched convenience'. This 'striking architectural landmark' 'shocks the world' by…

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  6. 6The Space Capsule — The Ultimate Vantage Point

    We have reached the 'highest sphere', the 'Space Capsule', at an elevation of 351 meters. This 'striking architectural landmark' is designed to look like a 'spaceship' or 'futuristic' satellite, offering an 'unforgettable…

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  7. 7The Sightseeing Tunnel — An Underground Connection

    Finally, we explore the 'Bund Sightseeing Tunnel', which connects the base of the 'Oriental Pearl Tower' to the 'Bund' on the opposite side of the 'Huangpu River'. This 'striking architectural landmark' is an 'underground tunnel'…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our 'unforgettable journey' through the 'Oriental Pearl Tower', we reflect on its role as a 'significant historical landmark' that 'captures the essence' of 'modern Shanghai'. From the 'foundations' of the 'History…

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What is Oriental Pearl Tower?

Oriental Pearl Tower is a place in 상하이시 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location상하이시
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates31.2417, 121.4947
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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