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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
"The city has changed dramatically; now the lush vegetation is everywhere, pleasing to the eye, and my soul feels light and happy," shares Russian Kirill Ratnikov, who returned to China after many years.
This trip also has a new goal: to gain a deeper understanding of life in Shanghai—food, accommodation, transportation, travel, shopping, and entertainment—and share his impressions with family and friends. In addition to the beautiful urban environment and rich cultural tourism offerings, Kirill Ratnikov also expressed a high opinion of Shanghai's cuisine.
"From September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2026, China will introduce a visa-free regime for Russians with ordinary passports on a trial basis. I am confident this will attract more Russian tourists to China," he said.
In September, the 36th Shanghai Tourism Festival entered its "classical events season." One of the classic programs, the "Carnival Parade," featured 24 performing groups from 15 countries and regions. These international performers are also visiting tourists. In addition to performing, they explore the city's landscapes and engage in cultural exchanges with the friendly Chinese people.
In this context, the Shanghai Tourism Festival organizing committee appointed the leaders of these overseas groups as "observers," inviting them to evaluate changes in inbound cultural tourism, transportation convenience, and other aspects.
According to data, Shanghai received approximately 4.839 million inbound tourists from January to July this year, a 37% increase compared to the same period last year. Of these, 3.612 million were foreigners, representing a 51.5% increase. According to forecasts from the Shanghai Administration of Culture and Tourism, the number of inbound tourists to Shanghai is expected to exceed 8 million this year.
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