What happens when a 100-year-old road becomes the heartbeat of a megacity? 🚶♂️ In the latest episode of Housed in Tradition, we dive into Shanghai’s historic neighborhoods to uncover how cobblestone paths and weathered bricks coexist with buzzing cafes and indie boutiques.
Join CGTN’s Qi Jie as she chats with residents who’ve watched these streets evolve – from artisans preserving traditional craftsmanship 🖌️ to Gen-Z entrepreneurs turning old shikumen townhouses into co-working spaces. 🖥️ 'It’s like walking through a living museum that serves bubble tea,' laughs 24-year-old startup founder Li Wei.
Urban planners reveal how they balance heritage preservation with modern needs, while architects showcase hidden courtyards where laundry lines flutter between stained-glass windows. 🧺 The takeaway? These streets aren’t just relics – they’re dynamic ecosystems where mahjong tournaments meet TikTok trends. 🀄📱
