Shanghai China Ave Edward VII International Area 1930 Real Photo Postcard

Avenue Edward VII was a prominent east-west thoroughfare in Shanghai, forming a vital boundary between the International Settlement to its north and the French Concession to its south. Originally part of Rue du Consulat and other sections within the French Concession, it was renamed in 1906 to honor the British monarch, reflecting the intertwined European colonial presence in the city. The avenue served as a bustling commercial and residential corridor, showcasing a unique architectural blend of Western and traditional Chinese styles.