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China's modern cities
Observe transit, neighbourhoods, public life and working systems beyond the skyline.
Shanghai · ShenzhenThree days · One weekReviewed 12 August 2026 · Next review 12 February 2027
Shanghai and Shenzhen reveal different forms of density, mobility, commerce and everyday technology.
What to see, understand or complete
Follow a day from rail and metro to street-level commerce, public space and an industry district.
A city introduction is not a claim of platform coverage. Business or local support is assessed by date, language and city.
A possible path
- 1Choose a city question
- 2Move at street and transit scale
- 3Compare two neighbourhoods
- 4Connect to a relevant business ecosystem
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Continue exploring
First time in China
Build a first visit around connected cities, practical preparation and room to notice daily life.
Read moreBuild hardware in Shenzhen & Dongguan
Connect components, prototyping and manufacturing questions across a dense hardware ecosystem.
Read moreReviewed 12 August 2026 · Next review 12 February 2027
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