Shanghai’s iconic Shikumen buildings are stealing the spotlight this Spring Festival with vibrant hand-painted murals that ‘paint’ the perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Located along Danshui Road, the artworks fuse dragon-themed festivities 🎆 with nostalgic snapshots of old Shanghai—think rickshaws, alleyway markets, and 19th-century architecture. 📸
The murals have gone viral, with locals and tourists alike flocking to snap selfies and share them online using hashtags like #ShanghaiNostalgia. One mural even features a golden dragon coiled around a Shikumen gate, symbolizing luck for the Lunar New Year. 🧧
Shikumen homes, once the heartbeat of the city’s residential life, now stand as cultural landmarks. These murals not only celebrate the Year of the Dragon but also revive memories of a bygone era. As one visitor tweeted: ‘It’s like stepping into a time machine… with better Instagram lighting!’ ✨
