Shanghai Walks – Yongjia Road – Lazy Saturday Afternoon Stroll in Former French Concession Like many tucked-away streets in Shanghai, Yongjia Road (永嘉路, formerly Route Herve De Sieyes) is absolutely bursting with charm. And these days? Shanghai is surprisingly cool and dry — a welcome surprise, considering how scorching it usually still is this time…
Shanghai Walks – Hengshan Road – Summer Evening Rush Hour in Former French Concession Hengshan Road, originally known as Avenue Pétain, was built in 1922 and renamed in the 1940s after one of Hunan Province’s most revered mountains. Today, it’s a delightful blend of old and new—lined with eateries, bars, and enough charm to make…
Shanghai Walking Tour – Explore The Former French Concession
Shanghai Walking Tour – Discover the Old Western Countryside Whether this is your first time in Shanghai or you’ve been here before, the urge to explore is real. Some travelers plan every detail before they arrive. Others wake up and follow their gut. And if you’re the kind who wants to go beyond the usual…
How to Enjoy Local Food Like A Resident In Shanghai Beyond The Bund When you land in Shanghai, chances are you’ve already got a mental checklist of things to eat, see, and soak in. And if you’re anything like me—someone who plans meals before museums—then xiaolongbao, or soup dumplings, is almost certainly at the top…