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Over ten years of articles critiquing this city we live in, from activity lists to deeper culture reads.

We Sky-Walked the Jinmao Tower 360 Meters In the Air

2021-04-30 - By Alastair Reid Schanche

Spider-manning on the side of a building shines new light on life with the pavement. Read more...
SmSh x SCAA: Adopt These Adorable Cuties!

2021-04-28 - By SmSh

Jones, Wang Wang, Gatsby, Alani, and Hershey need loving homes. Maybe you've got space in yours? Read more...
Oh No! The Shanghai Hotline Is No More

2021-03-22 - By SmSh

The Shanghai Call Center, which has a 24/7 expat-focussed hotline service that offers support in over 10 foreign languages , has been... Read more...
[Shanghai Streetside]: February 2021

2021-02-22 - By Suki Liang

Here's the street-style gallery for February. Shanghai heats up as it heads into Spring. Read more...
Here Are 18 Places to Enjoy the Sunny and Warm Weekend Ahead

2021-02-19 - By SmSh

Take this weekend as an early glance of the summer, because the sun will be out and temperatures are going to reach 25ºC. Shanghai isn't usually known for its great outdoor experiences, but we here at SmartShanghai have pulled together a few... Read more...
A Revisit of the Shanghai Jewish Refugee Museum

2021-02-08 - By Lisa Movius

Expansive, expanded – a recreation of a poignant chapter in Shanghai's history. Read more...
Shanghai International Schools' CNY Holiday Dates For 2021

2021-01-06 - By Beth Roulston

Schools confirm their schedule for the upcoming Chinese New Year vacation Read more...
Everything You Need to Know about New Year's Eve in Shanghai

2020-12-29 - By SmSh

Is the metro running till late? Are NYE parties still available? Where can I buy ice last-minute? Read more...
15 Mostly Festive, Family Things To Do This Week

2020-12-15 - By SmSh

A Christmas potluck of events Read more...
High Collars and Knot Buttons: Where to Get a Qipao in Shanghai

2020-12-15 - By Lynn Yen

A guide to some places in the city for getting the decidedly feminine, decidedly Chinese dress. Read more...
10 Downtown Dentists: For When Pain Strikes!

2020-12-10 - By Beth Roulston

Services, costs, and location, location, location Read more...
Hunting for Tomb Robbers at the Ju Qi Antique Market

2020-12-04 - By Songbei Zhang

Rooting around for gizmos, geegaws and grave goods. Read more...
Shanghai’s Red Ribbon Gala Happening This Saturday In Support of World AIDS Day 2020

2020-12-03 - By Beth Roulston

If there was ever a reason to dress smart and cough up, it’s got to be charity — and this Saturday’s fifth edition of the Shanghai Red Ribbon Gala happening at the Read more...
Official 2021 Holidays Have Been Announced

2020-11-26 - By Beth Roulston

The official 2021 holiday schedule is out! Thai beaches may still be a way off but on the plus side, we get a sweet 3-day New Year’s and Mid-Autumn Festival break. Wondering about... Read more...
Seven Hot, Warm, Naked Bathhouses for Winter. And Beyond

2020-11-25 - By Beth Roulston

Japanese sento, Korean jimjilbang and Chinese hot pools. Read more...
That Presidential Glow: Getting a Spray Tan in Shanghai

2020-11-20 - By Beth Roulston

We can't travel, but we can sure look like we have! Read more...
Real Families Talk About Finding a School in Shanghai

2020-11-09 - By SmSh Brand Studio

No matter where you live in the world, picking a school for a kid is no easy task. And it’s particularly difficult in this city. Shanghai’s got tons of schools to choose from, all with varying... Read more...
Building By Shanghai Architect Laszlo Hudec Turned Into Legit Community Center

2020-11-06 - By Songbei Zhang

Revamping historical buildings into places to eat and drink isn’t new in Shanghai. But 66 Wutong Yard on Wulumuqi Nan Lu is different. This small... Read more...
[On the Radar] Oriental Springs

2020-11-06 - By Beth Roulston

Oriental Spring is Shanghai's first "hot springs" that doesn't require you to travel hours outside of town. Takes 25 mins to get to from downtown during non rush-hours, and is inside of a building designed and once owned by Ferrari. Read more...
What Happens If You Die In Shanghai

2020-11-04 - By Beth Roulston

The process, the costs, and who to talk to Read more...

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