Places Along The River
Due to its location in the former International Settlement, a number of landmarks from that period can be found along or close to Suzhou Creek. Following the river westward from its confluence, important or famous places include:
- Huangpu Park and the northern end of the The Bund
- Astor House
- Consulate-General of Russia
- Shanghai Mansions (previously Broadway Mansions)
- People's Hospital No. 1
- Shanghai General Post Office
- Suzhou Creek Art District
- Sihang Warehouse
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