Long tang, unique to Shanghai and Shanghainese, is a special form of residence that
solved the conflict between a large population and limited houses in the past.
The timeworn Longtangs record the stories of Shanghai, and reflect the chinese culture, the life style and attitude of Shanghainese. They
concentrate many different people from all over China who have brought with them
diverse cultures and customs. Examine Longtang and you will understand the
society and the history of Shanghai
and china.
