As COVID-19 quietly reshapes routines in Xi'an, locals are embracing a slower, more intentional pace of life. Contributors from CGTN recently wandered the ancient city's streets, uncovering stories of resilience and community in the shadow of the pandemic.
From noodle vendors adapting with contactless delivery to park-goers practicing tai chi in spaced-out harmony, Xi'an's heartbeat continues—just with more masks and hand sanitizer. One resident, Ms. Li, shared: \"We’ve rediscovered small joys—like sharing homemade dumplings with neighbors… safely, of course!\"
While tourist hotspots like the Terracotta Warriors site operate at reduced capacity, young locals are turning alleyways into pop-up art galleries and organizing rooftop karaoke nights. \"It’s like our own ‘slow TV’ movement,\" laughed university student Zhang Wei, \"less rush, more connection.\"
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Contributors from CGTN recently wandered the ancient city's streets, uncovering stories of resilience and community in the shadow of the pandemic.
One resident, Ms. Li, shared: \"We’ve rediscovered small joys—like sharing homemade dumplings with neighbors… safely, of course!\"
\"It’s like our own ‘slow TV’ movement,\" laughed university student Zhang Wei, \"less rush, more connection.\"
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