This weekend offers urban adventurers a unique opportunity to experience Shanghai’s contrasting rhythms as CGTN hosts a live road trip to Sheshan National Forest Park in Songjiang District. The April 18-21 event promises to blend high-speed excitement with meditative natural beauty, airing real-time footage of the scenic drive followed by guided walks through bamboo forests and Ming Dynasty-era landmarks.
Located 30 kilometers southwest of downtown Shanghai, the 401-hectare park provides rare ecological respite in China’s most populous city. Participants will virtually navigate winding roads before transitioning to footpaths leading to the iconic Sheshan Basilica and the ‘Whispering Bamboo Sea’ – a grove where recorded wind patterns create natural soundscapes.
The broadcast coincides with Shanghai’s spring tourism campaign, highlighting accessible getaways for metropolitan residents. With drone footage revealing hidden temple courtyards and AR overlays identifying rare plant species, the program aims to showcase how modern technology can enhance nature appreciation.
