I Prefer This Hidden Gem in Shanghai Over The Bund

I Prefer This Hidden Gem in Shanghai Over The Bund🌉 If The Bund belongs to tourists, then this neighborhood in Shanghai's Old Town is a sanctuary for locals! This area was once home to foreign concessions and trading houses, with numerous Western-style houses and large gardens—truly a top-tier wealthy district! Today, it still preserves many beautiful Republican-era Western houses, authentic old buildings, and countless local snacks. It's great for both exploring and photography, directly accessible by subway, and perfect for a city walk! 🚶‍♀Route: Hunan Road➠Xingguo Road➠Xingguo Hotel➠Fuxing West Road➠Wuyuan Road➠Tai'an Road➠Yuqing Road➠Tianping Road 🚇Transportation: Metro University of Communications Station, Exit 7 (Lines 10 and 11) ✅Highlights • Hunan Road: Distinctive roadside villas, quiet and leisurely. • Xingguo Road: Large detached Western houses and Republican-era apartments, with plane tree shadows creating a perfectly romantic atmosphere. • Xingguo Hotel: Over 20 distinctively styled Republican-era villas preserving their historical appearance, plus nearly 100 ancient tall trees. • Fuxing West Road, Wuyuan Road, Tai'an Road, Yuqing Road: Beautiful Republican-era architecture and old houses with colorful facades, weathered wall paint, and diverse window frames—full of character! 📣Tips ▫Can be explored in 2-4 hours. ▫On sunny afternoons, even casual photos look amazing in the light and shadows. ▫When tired, find a café for a coffee—so relaxing! ▫Parking is difficult in this busy area, so subway is recommended. Nearby attractions: Wukang Road, Soong Ching-ling's Former Residence. Come experience the unique charm of this area!😜