Shanghai Life Articles

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9 months ago

The Other Big Christmas Market Opens This Weekend – Here's the Ticket Situation

Bit of confusion this year: there are two big Christmas markets, about 800 meters apart, both...

9 months ago

China Introduces Digital Arrival Card for Foreign Travelers

On entering China you need to fill out an 'arrival cart' which can often be annoying especially...

9 months ago

Lanling Flower Bird Market Might Be Saying Goodbye...

Before redevelopment changes everything, Shanghai locals are revisiting this beloved market.

1 year ago

Inside Shanghai’s First Sports Museum: No Whistles, Just History

Shanghai’s sports story under one roof.

1 year ago

Housing Wiki: Garden vs Patio vs Balcony

Examples of what to select when publishing a housing listing on SmartShanghai

1 year ago

How to Get a Chinese Green Card (Permanent Residency) in 2025

A plain-English guide to getting a Chinese Green Card in 2025 — updated process, requirements,...

1 year ago

Weird, Wonderful, and for Sale: My Top 3 Shanghai Antique Finds

Three stops for the city’s quirkiest treasures.

1 year ago

North Bund’s New Highlight: The Stage Observation Deck

Experience Shanghai’s skyline like never before at The Stage—an open-air observation deck atop...

1 year ago

[Picture Gallery]: Lolypop Beer Festival @Laowaijie Last Weekend

Get ready to be transported to beer paradise! Last weekend's Beerkraze Craft Beer Festival was an...

2 years ago

Essential China Apps and How to Use Them

Need to move, fix tech, or order food in China? From courier apps to cleaning services, we’ve...

2 years ago

[2025 Update] The FAQ: All You Need To Know About Visa-Free Travel to China

Visa free travel to Shanghai becomes available for more and more countries. Here's what you need...

2 years ago

Everything You Need to Know About the Shanghai Suburban Railway

The Shanghai Suburban Railway offers a fast and affordable link between Hongqiao and Pudong...

2 years ago

Legal Lifesavers: Avoiding Contract Nightmares in China

Knowing your rights is crucial to avoid disputes. That's where Jia Bin & Associates comes in.

2 years ago

Beyond Didi: Discover Shanghai's Premier Ride with ReluxTrans

Top-tier travel and chauffeur service for the international crowd in Shanghai.

2 years ago

[Shanghai Streetside]: June 2024

The hottest street-side styles for the month of April. Geddit Shanghai.

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