It’s December, and Christmas is all over the city
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Christmas is coming and the city is getting into the festive spirit. Christmas trees with lights, golden bells, Christmas songs and various delicacies — many places in the city are Christmas wonderlands. Kids are excited about the arrival of Santa Claus and his cute reindeer, and of course, gifts wrapped in seasonal red and green or other bright colors. Christmas markets selling food, drinks and seasonal items from open-air stalls are popular. In addition to traditional favorites, there are plenty of specially designed treats on offer, guaranteed to create a Christmas with a difference.
Here are some choices where you can enjoy a dazzling fun time this Christmas with family and friends. And what could be better at this time for sharing, giving and loving?
Jinqiao Life Hub
The shopping center in the Pudong New Area becomes a sweet and crystal wonderland this Christmas. Hundreds of bulbs wrapped by colorful glass balls comprise eight cloud clusters. The metal trees under the clouds with a small garden in the center make a paradise for kids. Designed by Xue Lu, a famous local glass artist, the forest shines under the sunlight like a rainbow and lights the night with warm color. Whether it’s a Christmas tree forest or a cluster of clouds depends on your imagination. Following the sweet smell of candy and marshmallow, you arrive at the DIY candy class. Every weekend afternoon, you can make your own cake, candy and macaroons, then wrap them as gifts. With the help of professional dessert chefs, you can decorate your own Christmas cloud lollipop.
Date: Through December 25
Address: 3611 Zhangyang Rd
Anting Life Hub
With many colorful woolen-made mushrooms, trees and leaves dotting the man-made grass and mini-railway, the Anting Life Hub in Jiading District is an amusement park full of happiness and laughter. The Christmas tree is combined with hundreds of woolen balls made with environmentally friendly materials. You can touch the tree and feel warm at heart. Sitting on the grass and holding the mushrooms and fruits, you are filled with Christmas warmth and happiness. If you want to bring your own woolen crafts home, you are welcome to join the DIY class and create a special Christmas gift. At 3pm and 8pm every day, a suspended light show in the central garden brings you an audio and visual feast.
Date: Through December 25
Address: 1055 Moyu Rd S.
Jing’an Kerry Center
Shopping for Christmas gifts is an indispensable part of the Christmas season. Why not buy a gift for yourself or others and enjoy the authentic Christmas markets at Jing’an Kerry Center? At the open-air stalls, you can find craft gifts, wooden toys, quality decorations and everything about Christmas. You can also have fun playing at a traditional log cabin and merry-go-round. Santa Claus will bring you hot wine, German sausage, cookies, breads and chocolates. Additionally, workshops with various themes are planned to amuse youngsters. The cost will be 25 to 30 yuan.
Date: Through December 25
Address: 1515 Nanjing Rd W.
Xintiandi
Kissing and hugging beside the Christmas tree is a romantic moment. The 18-meter-high “Tree of Kiss,” designed by Paul Cocksedge Studio, will light the night and there will be charity activities to help poor students go to school. The nostalgic Christmas bazaar offers imported food, hand-made snacks, Christmas gifts and crafts. You can also bring your own crafts to share Christmas wishes.
Date: Through January 3, 2015
Address: 245 Madang Rd
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