- Originals and original forgeries
- And again about fur coats
- Silk from the homeland of silk
- Porcelain
- Pearl
- Jade products
- Authentic Chinese Souvenirs
The city, which grew out of a fishing village, survived the opium wars and foreign intervention, is today considered the economic capital not only of China, but of all of Asia. And also the most populous on the planet. But this does not scare tourists, who find here excellent opportunities for outdoor activities, excursions, club entertainment, trips with children. The main thing is that Shanghai is rightly called a paradise for shoppers, because you can bring almost anything from here.
Originals and original forgeries
There are a lot of places for shopping. The shops of the main shopping streets represent all the major global brands. In addition, the city is a trendsetter of Chinese fashion, so factory-made clothes and shoes from Chinese fashion designers and designers should also be taken from here. The quality is very good.
Shanghai markets are out of tune. These are large trading platforms of a certain specialization. Therefore, it makes sense to visit any of them: the electronics market or the tea market, the antique market or the underground souvenir and clothing market. It is interesting to visit the First Asian Jewelry Market or the Antique Market.
Since China is famous for counterfeit products, Shanghai has made it a kind of brand. There are even special shopping centers, some with a self-explanatory name - Fake Market. In them, you can buy a fake under any trademark, of decent quality and at ridiculous prices. Electronics prices reach 50 percent of the difference from Russian ones.
And again about fur coats
There are many fur factories in the vicinity of Shanghai. Accordingly, they are of good quality here and are cheaper. And yet, the help of a specialist when buying a fur coat is required - do not forget about the Chinese art of counterfeiting. The second thing to remember: bargaining here is appropriate not only in the markets, but also in large shopping centers. And this applies to fur coats in the first place. If you like the product, but the price is not, you should not leave, but start bargaining. And then there is a great chance to bring a beautiful fur coat from Shanghai at an affordable price.
Silk from the homeland of silk
Although silk production is now automated and is no longer a Chinese secret, its prices are still quite high. But, if you bring silk, then it is from here. Because in the entire Chinese silk industry, it is Shanghai fabrics that are in the lead. They are incredibly smooth, delicate and beautiful. Silk is presented in several categories - brocade, crepe, satin and damask.
What you can bring as a gift:
- tapestry with landscapes or folk art motifs;
- linens;
- pajamas, bathrobes;
- censam - traditional silk dress;
- silk slippers with embroidery;
- a piece of silk;
- neck or head scarf.
Porcelain
Another invention of the Celestial Empire. Real Chinese porcelain is expensive, because it still holds the position of the highest quality and most durable. Made according to centuries-old traditions, this porcelain is also considered the most beautiful.
In Shanghai shops for such goods there is the widest price range. If you cannot buy a service or a set for a tea ceremony, the volume of luggage or your budget does not allow, you can bring a nice vase or jug covered with gilded Chinese symbols. A large selection of figurines, sets of sticks and a variety of handicrafts with oriental ornaments.
Pearl
Chinese emperors were the first in the world to use pearls as jewelry. In ancient China, it symbolized wealth, and even was used as money for some time. Today the country holds first place in the extraction of natural pearls and the cultivation of artificial ones. And selling pearl jewelry is a traditional line of Chinese trade. In Shanghai there is a Sunshine market called pearl. On this marketplace, you can choose any jewelry you want, at any price. Cultured pearls look so real that sometimes they can only be distinguished by their cost. Natural stones are not cheap, so they are best purchased at jewelry stores.
Jade products
Another imperial stone, which was glorified by the Chinese. It was first found on Chinese territory and the country is still one of the main places for its extraction. Since ancient times, jade has been not only a decoration, but also a talisman and a remedy. Depending on the color, it is used to heal a wide variety of ailments. Light gray heals the kidneys, white calms the nerves and is good for stomach ailments, red heals heart disease.
Jade figurines can be purchased at most Shanghai shops. It is better to buy with the help of connoisseurs, because fakes made of quartz and even glass look like genuine jade. The brought statuette, durable and aesthetic, will be an excellent gift, especially for men. Because in China, the stone was considered a kind of symbol of the masculine principle.
Authentic Chinese Souvenirs
Handicrafts made using ancient techniques are the things that are certainly brought from Shanghai. There are beautiful and varied bamboo carvings that combine the art of calligraphy and painting. Openwork deep carving is made using a special technique known since the 16th century.
The range of organic straw products exceeds a thousand items - from baskets and bags to furniture. Tourists are eager to buy straw decor items or soft slippers.
Dough souvenirs are a vivid example of folk art. The basis of the products is sticky rice powder, from which various figurines with artistic painting are created. This beauty has been created by the Chinese since the time of the Han dynasty.
Masters of forgeries, the Chinese have also succeeded in creating semi-antique items - scrolls with calligraphy, knives and hoes, old trunks, figurines or vases of ancient dynasties. These things look believable and will perfectly fit into any interior.
As a small gift from Shanghai you can consider:
- Chinese tea - green, milk oolong, white, etc.;
- beautiful painted fan;
- coins or jewelry with hieroglyphs;
- original umbrella;
- decorative Chinese swords.
