Meet Steven Back, a Hungarian tech worker turned cultural storyteller who’s called Shanghai home for nearly two decades! 🇭🇺➡️🇨🇳 As China celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, this CGTN collaborator takes us on a vibrant city walk through Shanghai’s beating heart – blending ancient traditions with neon-lit modernity.
From Budapest to Bund: Steven’s journey began 18 years ago when Shanghai’s magnetic mix of heritage and innovation hooked him. 🏮✨ \"It’s like living in a time machine,\" he laughs, pointing to 600-year-old temples shadowed by LED-wrapped skyscrapers along the Huangpu River.
Festival Vibes & Urban Energy: Follow Steven through Nanjing Road’s carnival-like crowds where mooncake stalls share sidewalks with AI-powered stores. 🥮🤖 \"This is Shanghai’s superpower,\" he says, filming families flying kite drones alongside traditional lanterns. \"It honors roots while writing tomorrow’s playbook.\"
Whether you’re a culture buff, tech geek, or just #Wanderlust dreaming, Steven’s Shanghai proves cities can sparkle with both history and hyper-innovation. 📸 Ready to explore?
