The residential and commercial areas around the
beautiful grounds of Zhongshan Park have never been
considered particularly fashionable by a majority of
Shanghai’s foreign residents, but plenty of expats do
choose to live here. The park itself is a huge draw,
providing a pocket of serenity in the middle of the
metropolis. The area has its share of trendy shops
with wares that can’t be found elsewhere, delicious
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restaurants with food ranging from fancy to
affordable, and great hidden bars. Rents are also
cheaper here than in other neighborhoods with the same
conveniences. Aside from the obvious attractions, with
its neighborhood fix-anything shops and pop-up street
stalls that sell anything you need, you’ll never
sacrifice Western comforts.
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