Pudong

Pudong, meaning East of the Huangpu River, is a major district of Shanghai, China, located on the eastern bank of the Huangpu opposite the historic Puxi area. It forms the core of the Pudong New Area, a large urban-development district established to promote modernization, finance, and international trade. The district covers about 1,200 square kilometers and is home to several million residents.

Historically rural, Pudong underwent rapid transformation after the 1990s. In 1992 the government designated Pudong as a development zone, and investments in infrastructure, industry, and finance accelerated its growth. The Shanghai Free Trade Zone, established in 2013, further integrated Pudong into global trade networks. The area also includes major industrial and logistics zones such as Waigaoqiao and the Yangshan deep-water port.

Economically, Pudong is Shanghai's financial and high-tech hub. The Lujiazui finance and trade area hosts numerous headquarters and skyscrapers, including the Shanghai Tower (632 meters), the Shanghai World Financial Center (492 m), Jin Mao Tower (421 m), and the Oriental Pearl Tower (468 m). Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park is a key center for biotechnology, software, and research.

Transportation links underpin Pudong's growth. Shanghai Pudong International Airport serves as a major international gateway. A high-speed maglev line connects the airport with Longyang Road, complementing an extensive metro network. The district also contains the port facilities of Waigaoqiao and rapid connections to the rest of Shanghai via multiple metro lines and bridges.

Notable landmarks and developments include the World Expo 2010 site and Shanghai Disneyland, which opened in 2016. Pudong continues to balance ambitious urban development with residential and cultural needs, shaping Shanghai's role as a global city.