If you had to pick just one word that the people of Hangzhou hate the most, it would undoubtedly be "Gangnam."
This is because Gangnam refers to the area that includes Hangzhou, Suzhou, and its surroundings.

However, the reputation of Gangnam stems solely from Hangzhou. The others, like Suzhou, are said to have created this atrocious term to ride on Hangzhou’s coattails. Thus, it’s no wonder that the people of Hangzhou dislike the term "Gangnam."

And why is that?

Because it’s the premier entertainment district in the world.
This is something everyone from the Central Plains acknowledges.

The …