Shanghai, as a city, has a lot to offer visitors however, when the hustle and bustle gets too much there’s a few places nearby that offer a respite from the crowded streets. There’s lots of places near Shanghai that are relatively easy to get to but still offer a relief from the rat race that is the city. We’ve compiled a list that, while not exhaustive, is comprised of some of our favourite places and includes some of the lesser known treasures of the region.