If some people may find it strange to explore the best bookstores while traveling, to me it’s in my to do list and sharing this post I’m hoping to find local guides with the same interest and preference.
It’s not a secret how big and developed city is Shanghai among Chinese cities. But I would like to say that it’s still hard to find the information you need because of the lack of Internet access in China. So, I do believe my post will finds its readers and will be helpful.
Let’s get started. One of the best bookstores in Shanghai is “Foreign language bookstore”, situated in the people’s square, around 10 minutes walk from East Nanjing Road. One of the main advantages of this bookstore is its English speaking stuff. They are ready to help you with everything. It has quite polite, patient and nice stuff. I should mention about the diversity of the books here. It’s possible to find books about absolutely everything: business, classics, romance, cookbooks, bestseller, exams preparation books, dictionaries, magazines, textbooks. If you’re keen on learning Chinese language or culture in general, well this bookstore offers huge material to choose.
And if you’re tired or want to have a quick reading there is a tea/coffee room attached the library, so just enjoy and take your time. Don’t forget to check the souvenirs there. They have high quality, original and unique assortment of gifts. The last thing about the bookstore is it’s warm atmosphere and a nice, pleasant music.
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