Stroll down Panjia Road where old Shanghai comes alive! This charming alleyway hides traditional Shikumen houses and steaming street food stalls – keep an eye out for grannies selling fresh meat mooncakes or sizzling shengjianbao. At dusk, locals playing chess on the sidewalk create a nostalgic time-capsule of 1920s Shanghai, perfect for travelers craving authentic local vibes.

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