The year 2021 marked the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Many Chinese people are planning to visit red tourism attractions during their free time. The following are some red tourism sites in Shanghai.

Former Site of the Editorial Department of New Youth

Revolutionary magazine New Youth, which created the New Culture Movement and spread the influence of the May Fourth Movement, was established by Chen Duxiu in Shanghai in 1915. The editorial office moved to Beijing in 1917 when Chen Duxiu was head of liberal arts at Peking University but moved back to Shanghai three years later.

Address: No.2, Lane 100, Nanchang Road, Huangpu District

Former Residence of Chen Wangdao

This three-storied building was the home of famous scholar and educator Chen Wangdao. In 1920, Chen completed the first Chinese translation of The Communist Manifesto (《共产党宜言》). He also served as President of Fudan University from 1952 to 1977.

Address: 51 Guofu Road, Yangpu District

Huangpu Wharf (码头)

Huangpu Wharf in Yangpu District was the place about 650 Chinese students who headed to France from March 1919 to December 1920 to further their studies. They included Zhou Enlai, later the first premier of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and Deng Xiaoping, later the leader of the PRC.

Address: 32 Qinghuangdao Road, Yangpu District

The Memorial of the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China

The two-storied building was completed in 1920 as the residence of CPC founding member Li Hanjun. On July 23, 1921, thirteen members held their first national congress of the Communist Party of China here, marking the birth of the Party.

Address: 76 Xingye Road, Huangpu District

Youth Wildflower Art Contest

Have wildflowers ever inspired the inner artist in you? Shenandoah National Park’s annual Youth Wild flower Art Contest is coming again! This year’s artists can share their creativity by uploading their entries (参赛作品) online.

Who

The contest is open to all K-12 students (including home-schooled students) in the following counties (县):

Albemarle, Augusta, Greene, Madison, Page, Rappahannock, Rockingham, Shenandoah and Warren.

What

Each student may submit one piece of artwork. For the subjects of their artworks, artists must use wild flowers that are native to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park. To help you choose, we’ve put together a list of native wildflower species.

Submissions must be on flat media, and may include watercolor, pencil, fabric (织物), etc. Photographs, computer-generated, or computer-enhanced artworks will not be accepted. Works will be judged on the basis of original designs and artistic compositions.

If you’d like some art tips before getting started, be sure to check out our virtual wildflower water color workshops with artist Betty Gatewood.

When

We will kick off National Park Week with accepting submissions! You can submit your artwork from April16 through May 4. The winners will be notified after the judging process has been completed.

How

You can get started any time with your work! Participants will upload an image or scan of their art works online through Call for Entry website.

In order to upload your artwork, you must first sign up for a free Call for Entry account. After creating an account, you can upload your artwork. Detailed instructions for uploading artwork may be found on the website. Last, follow the instructions for applying to the contest and you’re all done.

Questions

Email shen_education@nps.gov for more information and questions!

If you’re short on cash, you don’t have to pay for an expensive gym membership to get in shape. Below are some choices for you! And the best is that they don’t cost a penny!

Nike+Running club and Nike+Training Club

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, various locations Nike’s free run club of coaches and pacers open to anyone who wants to learn how to run like the professionals. Besides, there’s the Nike Training Club for all health levels, covering boxing and other exercise. It’s not one for men, though - the classes have a women-only policy. Call up in advance for participation!

Our Parks

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

This brilliant program works with local communities to bring free health group classes across the city. They’re led by qualified instructors and you can join anything from the body-building club at the Olympic Park to yoga in Victoria Park - just remember to register online and book ahead.

Sweaty Betty’s in-store classes

Daily, various locations and times

With over 70 classes to pick each week, it’s no wonder mums crowd into Sweaty Betty to keep their health. But to sign up for a class, it’s fastest fingers first -- places can be booked up to a week in advance so simply register online and watch out for a free spot.

Sweat Shop running community

Sundays to Thursdays, various locations and times Running can be a lonely old task. Sweat Shop's run clubs, held at branches across London, aim to make it a little more social. We’d recommend this for more experienced runners - the entry level distance is 5 kilometers - but a pace keeper at the back means you won’t be left behind. Ready to work up a good sweat? Just go to the events listed on their Facebook page!