Shanghai is the very place where one beholds the highly modernised future getting embraced in the arms of glittering present. A trip to Shanghai would do a world of good to discerning travellers who board their flights with a pursuit of wallowing into the essence of China. They will stand in awe of the city's man-made marvels that stretches from pillar to post. Architecture takes on a new significance along the Huangpu River bank in Pudong's Lujiazui District when they feast eyes on shimmering Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Centre. They can also turn back the hands of time at The Bund or the French Concession reminiscent of the good old days.