| Xujiahui, which lies in the southwestern section
of central Shanghai, is one of the most successful and modern
commercial centers. Whereas Nanjing Road has a long history,
Xujiahui is focusing on the future with two major computer
markets and a number of large department stores and shopping
centers. Xujiahui has a wide range of prices.
Each of the giant department stores is positioned for
certain markets. Examples include: the Pacific Shopping
Mall, the Oriental Department Store, and Huijin Department
Store all offer up-scale and relatively expensive shopping
with many international brands and No. 6 Department Store
(near the Pacific) is a medium range choice in the area.
The largest and most historical Catholic Cathedral in
Shanghai. It has a high status among the Chinese locals.
At the western end of the French Concession. This Cathedral
was originally known as St. Ignatius Cathedral and was
built in 1904 by the Jesuits. Notice the different color
of the Gothic spires. The spires were taken off during
the Cultural Revolution. The Cathedral has been restored
and in fact was declared as a historical landmark worthy
of preservation in 1989 by the Shanghai People's Government.
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