More landmark venues in Shanghai temporarily suspend operations

Li Qian Hu Min
The closure list includes Shanghai Tower, the world's second-tallest building, China Art Museum and Oriental Sports Center.
Li Qian Hu Min
More landmark venues in Shanghai temporarily suspend operations
Jiang Xiaowei / SHINE

Light displays on the 126th floor of Shanghai Tower

More iconic landmarks in Shanghai are suspending operations to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Saturday, Shanghai Tower, the world's second-tallest building, will close the top of Shanghai Observatory on the 118th floor, Lounge552 restaurant on the 119th floor and SKY 632, an art space on the 126th floor.

Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park's hotel will temporarily shut down as well. Those with reservations can either ask for full refunds or change dates.

More landmark venues in Shanghai temporarily suspend operations
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Wangjiangyi, venues for people to relax by the Huangpu River

More landmark venues in Shanghai temporarily suspend operations
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Huangpu River cruise tour

Meanwhile, all 22 Wangjiangyi, places by the Huangpu River for people to rest and relax, in the Pudong New Area will also close doors to the public beginning from Saturday, but toilets will remain open.

Additionally, Shanghai's iconic Huangpu River cruise tours have suspended operations.
Service resumption is yet to be determined. A full refund will be offered to those who have already purchased tickets online, according to operators.

China Art Museum and Oriental Sports Center have also temporarily closed.

More landmark venues in Shanghai temporarily suspend operations
Jiang Xiaowei / SHINE

Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park


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