Xuhui District, Administrative district in Shanghai, China
Xuhui is an administrative district in central Shanghai that combines modern shopping centers, office buildings, and residential complexes. The area mixes commercial zones with older streets that still reflect the former character of the city.
The district takes its name from Xu Guangqi, a Ming official whose land passed to the Roman Catholic Church. During the French Concession period, the area developed into an important commercial hub of the city.
The area was shaped by French influence for many decades, visible in churches and older buildings that still stand today. This blend of Eastern and Western architecture defines how the district looks to visitors walking through it.
The district is well served by metro lines that connect it easily to other parts of the city. Large shopping centers are scattered throughout the area and accessible on foot or with short rides.
The area is home to headquarters of major corporations and universities that make it an important economic and educational center. This concentration of institutions shapes daily life in the district significantly.
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