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Shanghai Great World

A historic entertainment building offers a programme-led stop near Dashijie.

Location
1 Xizang South Road, Huangpu
Archival photograph of Shanghai Great World, Shanghai (2024)

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A place worth knowing

Great World began as an entertainment complex in 1917 and continues to bring performances into its historic building. Traditional arts share the setting with newer stage productions.

Choose a specific show before visiting. Its performance spaces have individual programmes, so the experience depends on the production you book rather than a single, permanent attraction.

Practical details last checked 22 Sept 2026

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Shanghai Great World

1 Xizang South Road, Huangpu, Shanghai

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1 Xizang South Road, Huangpu

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