The Huangpu , formerly romanized as Whangpoo, is a 113-kilometer (70 mi) long river flowing through Shanghai that was first excavated and created by Lord Chunshen, one of the Four Lords of the Warring States during the Warring States period (475 BC - 221 BC). It is the last significant tributary of the Yangtze before it empties into the East China Sea. The Bund and Lujiazui are located along the river.
The Huangpu ("Yellow Bank") is the largest river in Shanghai, with Suzhou Creek being its major tributary. It is on average 400 metres (1,312 feet) wide and 9 metres (30 feet) deep. It divides the city into two regions: Pudong ("East Bank") and Puxi ("West Bank").
Video Huangpu River
Bridges
- Songpu Bridge
- Xupu Bridge
- Lupu Bridge
- Nanpu Bridge
- Yangpu Bridge
Maps Huangpu River
Tunnels
Many lines of the Shanghai Metro cross underneath the river. There are also many tunnels crossing under the river.
Ferries
There are currently several ferry lines operated by Shanghai Ferry.
Controversy
In March 2013, thousands of pig carcasses were found floating in the Huangpu River in Shanghai. Some of the pigs carried ear tags saying they were from Jiaxing, so that city in Zhejiang may be the source; however local farmers deny that.
See also
- Geography of China
- List of rivers in China
Notes
References
Citations
Bibliography
- Sladen, Douglas (1895), "Bits of China", The Japs at Home, 5th ed., New York: New Amsterdam Book Co., pp. 276-354 .
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