60 Then-and-Now Photos That Show Us How Different Places Have Changed Over the Years

The city of Shanghai, China, is full of booming businesses, but some of the most notable run the length of Nanjing Road, which was constructed in 1845. This invigorating road houses a 3.5-mile-long shopping district, making it the longest shopping district in the world! One million tourists visit this location annually.

China is known as the world’s fastest-growing economy, where many technological advancements originated. A visit to China wouldn’t be complete without a stroll in Nanjing Road, which has changed quite drastically over the years. Most of the change has actually only taken place in the past two decades.