Shanghai Circus World

Shanghai Circus World (simplified Chinese: 上海马戏城; traditional Chinese: 上海馬戲城; pinyin: Shànghǎi Mǎxì Chéng) is a large, permanent indoor circus in the city of Shanghai, China.

It is unique and comparable to the tradition of the Broadway Musical, a stunning acrobatic show (which has elements performed in the Han dynasty (206BC–220AD)) combining traditional Chinese arts and modern technologies.

The performers present Chinese acrobatics, martial arts and dance in harmony with the music, sound, lighting, and other special effects, which include a water screen.

It tells the story of China's evolution from its ancient past to the future is told.

Modern achievements that are also showcased include Shanghai Donghai Cross-Sea Bridge, Maglev Train, and Shenzhou 5, China's first crewed space mission.