Nanjing’s Yangtze River isn’t just water – it’s a liquid timeline where 2,500 years of history meet tomorrow’s urban vision. 🌊 This week, the city hosted the Global Mayors Dialogue, welcoming leaders from Italy, Serbia, Germany, Namibia, and beyond to explore how ancient capitals stay relevant in 2025.
🔍 At the Grand Bao’en Temple’s glowing pagoda and the Six Dynasties Museum’s relics, delegates saw preservation reimagined: augmented reality tours revealing dynastic secrets, and riverfront parks doubling as climate-resilient infrastructure. "It’s like time-traveling with a tech upgrade," said one participant.
💡 The takeaway? Nanjing isn’t freezing its past in glass cases. From silk-weaving workshops turned co-working spaces to Ming Dynasty walls framing EV charging stations, the city proves heritage can be a living blueprint. As Mayor Li put it: "Our river carries both memories and momentum."
