Welcome to the /r/shanghai FAQ!

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This FAQ serves as a repository for Shanghai-related knowledge, helpful to users old and new. While this FAQ was created for the /r/shanghai community on Reddit, the majority of the information should also be helpful for non redditors who are new to the city.

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FAQ contents

1. Introductory information

2. The city

3. Things to do

4. Food and drink