Free Chinese learning, Shanghai travel planner & culture quiz game — built for expats in Shanghai. Start instantly, no sign-up needed.
Practical lessons: order food, take a taxi, make friends
Curated routes: Bund, French Concession, food tours & more
Fun facts: Shanghai history, food, customs & etiquette
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Three powerful tools designed for expats living in or visiting Shanghai. All free — try any tool without signing up.
Three-level curriculum from beginner to intermediate. Practical Shanghai-focused lessons.
Learn: 点餐 (order food) · 打车 (take taxi) · 交朋友 (make friends) · 租房 (rent apartment)
30 curated spots organized by style — from classic landmarks to hidden gems. Filter by interest.
Categories: Classic · Culture · Art · Food · Nature · Family · Nightlife · Shopping
25 levels of Chinese culture & Shanghai trivia. Earn stars, unlock badges.
Topics: Shanghai basics · Festivals · Food culture · Social customs · Business etiquette
"Finally a Chinese learning app that focuses on real Shanghai scenarios. The taxi lesson saved me on my first week!"
Marketing Manager, in Shanghai 6 months
"The travel planner helped me discover neighborhoods I never knew existed. Great for weekend exploring."
Teacher, in Shanghai 2 years
"The culture quiz is addictive! I learned more about Chinese customs in a week than in a year of just living here."
Engineer, in Shanghai 1 year
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Three levels, 18 practical lessons. All free — first 3 lessons of each level available without signing up.
Discover Shanghai's best spots, organized by style and interest. Click a category to filter.
25 levels. 5 questions each. Get your score after every level. First 3 levels — no sign-up needed.
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Explore Shanghai is a free platform built by LAM Intelligence (上海睿音智语), a Shanghai-based education and cross-cultural communication company. Our mission is to help expats and visitors thrive in Shanghai — through practical language learning, curated travel guidance, and cultural understanding.
We are a team of language educators, cross-cultural consultants, and Shanghai locals who have spent years helping international residents navigate life in China. Our founder, Koma Han (韩鼎睿), holds a Master's degree from Lancaster University UK and has 15+ years of teaching experience in English and cross-cultural communication.
Email: handingrui08@126.com
Location: Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
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Last updated: September 2026
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Last updated: September 2026
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