Pianyi in Pudong

Updated: 2006-04-10 15:36

Most Puxi-dwellers know very little about shopping in Pudong. More than likely, this is due to the minimal number of metro lines in this truly vast half of Shanghai. But if you're willing to take a few cabs, Pudong has incredibly good deals on every shopping need you may have. From fashion to sports equipment to increasingly popular Mega-supermarkets, the money you'll save in Pudong will certainly cover your taxi fare. The following is your guide to an absolutely fabulous Pudong shopping adventure:

Ba Bai BanWith the exception of the cars displayed on the first floor, this is a standard department store boasting excellent sales-a favorite of Pudong ren. (No. 501, Zhangyanglu, Tel: 021-58031111)

Carrefour JinqiaoDrawing less folks than its Gubei brother, this slightly cheaper, sprawling store favors the Asian palate: less cake mixes and frostings, more varieties of pickled food. (No. 555, BiyunlLu, Tel: 021-50366899)

Century MartYou can find almost anything at rock bottom prices at the largest Lianhua in the world. (No. 1211, Shiji Dadao, Tel: 021-68757157)

DecathlonSpecializing in sports equipment, this store will keep you running, biking, hiking, camping and rollerblading through to 2008. (No. 393, Yinxiaolu, Tel: 021-50453888)

HOBA FurnitureWhen it opens later this month, this home decor mecca promises to be a stylish option for those who find Ikea a little bland. (No. 1367, Dongfanglu, Tel: 021-50897218)

Yong Xing FurnitureRight down the road from Hoba, the two massive depots secure this area as Pudong's home styling zone. (No. 310, Yongxinglu, Tel: 021-56636045)

Lotus SupercenterThe Asian answer to Carrefour, you might get lost in this enormous and enormously popular market, which offers refund and foreign language services. (No. 168, Lujiazui Xilu, Super Brand Mall, Tel: 021-50470648)

Hualian Ji Mai ShengSelling goods similar to those at an underground mall, Hualian has the same basement bargains. Refuel at a nearby restaurant before taking your "pianyidianr ma?"(Chinese, meaning "Can it be cheaper?") to the neighboring boutiques. (No. 140, Lingxinglu, Tel: 021-58738888)

ObiThis is the absolute only place to go for those handy-people feeling homesick for Home Depot. (No. 518, Lantianlu, Tel: 021-38700008)

Super Brand MallPudong's giant shopping venue seems to be gaining a following at last, but that might be largely in thanks to its top-notch restaurant offerings. (No. 168, Lujiazui Xilu, Tel: 021-68877888)

Times SquareReminiscent of a Hong Kong shopping mall, this plaza distinguishes itself with minimalist decor, minimal visitors, and maximum prices. (No. 500, Zhangyanglu, Tel: 021-58368888)

ChangliluTake the 572 bus from Xujiahui to get to this out-of-the-way road featuring low-end boutiques and local flavor. It's best to go on a Saturday when street vendors are out and the smell of roasted yams is in the air. (Near Changqinglu)

[CityWeekend]