Step into a time machine with Wong Kar-wai’s hit series Blossoms Shanghai, where neon-lit alleyways and retro fashion revive the city’s 1990s golden era. The show’s dreamy visuals aren’t just binge-worthy—they’re sparking a real-world tourism boom!
Iconic spots like Huanghe Road and the Peace Hotel, featured in the drama, are now packed with visitors chasing the show’s nostalgic vibes.
CGTN’s Mike Walter described walking into the Peace Hotel as \"stepping through a time tunnel,\" where the Bund’s historic skyline meets Pudong’s futuristic towers. The series has become a cultural bridge, merging Shanghai’s past and present—and proving that art can literally move people!
From students studying urban history to travelers snapping selfies at filming locations, Blossoms Shanghai is more than a show—it’s a passport to the city’s soul. Ready to join the retro wave?
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Race to the Future | Entering the World of "Blossoms Shanghai"
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