A city steeped in history and culture, Shanghai offers a blend of modern attractions and historical landmarks set amidst a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The city has many amusement parks that can be enjoyed by the entire family and one such attraction is Aquaria 21 Shanghai which offers countless hours of fun for young and old alike.
Also known as Changfeng Ocean World, this modern aquatic park is one of the citys main attractions and is located in Chang Feng Park. Home to around 300 aquatic species including a wide range of freshwater fish and marine life, the park also has South American themed areas with Amazon River systems, simulation rides, interactive exhibits and rides on glass bottom boats where one can view life below the water. Aquaria 21 is also famous for being a venue which gives one the chance to actually swim with sharks!
A unique underwater adventure, the diving with sharks experience at the park lets visitors get an up close view of these misunderstood predators of the deep. The impressive oceanarium is home to not only sharks, but a variety of other species as well including turtles, eels, seahorses and rays. Within the tank divers will come across five different shark species, namely nurse sharks, blacktip reef sharks, guitar sharks, whitetip reef sharks and sand tiger sharks. This underwater activity is perfectly safe for humans and those who do not know how to dive can even sign up for quick lessons so as to not miss out on this once in a life time opportunity.
Apart from diving with sharks, there are various other attractions at Aquaria 21 such as its stadium which hosts a fun filled theme show starring some of the parks marine life including beluga whales, sea lions and dolphins. This theme park also has a touch pool where kids can get a close view of such creatures as starfish and crabs.
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