During WWII, a large concentration of Jews left Europe for Shanghai; learn more about their lives as well as the history of Shanghai in the 1920s and 30s
PRIVATE TOUR
Pickup included
At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jews fled Europe, settling in Shanghai. Calling themselves "Shanghailanders" the majority most settled in the neighborhood of the Hongkou District. Visit Ohel Moishe Synagogue which served as the spiritual heart of this Jewish community, and which currently houses the Museum for Jewish Refugees. We will also visit Huoshan Park, a peaceful place where the Monument in Memory of Jewish Refugees now stands. Lastly, we’ll come back to the downtown area and visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel and Moller Villa, both are in the style of Europe. This experience is also available in a private format. Immerse yourself in the history of Shanghai with the assistance of your own personal guide!
At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jews fled Europe, settling in Shanghai. Calling themselves "Shanghailanders" the majority most settled in the neighborhood of the Hongkou District. Visit Ohel Moishe Synagogue which served as the spiritual heart of this Jewish community, and which currently houses the Museum for Jewish Refugees. We will also visit Huoshan Park, a peaceful place where the Monument in Memory of Jewish Refugees now stands. Lastly, we’ll come back to the downtown area and visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel and Moller Villa, both are in the style of Europe. This experience is also available in a private format. Immerse yourself in the history of Shanghai with the assistance of your own personal guide!
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Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Departure Point: Centrally located hotel in Shanghai Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point
Please contact Gray Line Shanghai 72 hours prior to tour departure to confirm your booking. And the approximate pick-up time will be advised. GRAY LINE SHANGHAI • B/10F, 1399 BEIJING ROAD WEST, SHANGHAI PHONE: 86 21 6289 5221 • [email protected] Tour itinerary or transportation so described is subject to change without prior notice. In the event of adverse traffic conditions, traffic control, important events (Celebrities, Conferences, Matches and etc.), we reserve the rights to alter places to be visited or cancel the tour accordingly. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.