Move over, TikTok dances—China’s Gen Z is now obsessed with ancient architecture! 🚀 From Instagram-worthy temples to selfie-friendly pagodas, young travelers are flooding historic sites, turning cultural exploration into the latest trend. 🇨🇳
Data shows over 67,200 protected historic buildings across the country, with Shanxi Province stealing the spotlight. During the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, the region saw a 16% spike in rental car bookings compared to June’s Dragon Boat Festival—proof that road-tripping to heritage spots is the new weekend vibe. 🚗💨
And here’s the plot twist: The hit video game ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ 🎮 is fueling this craze! Virtual renditions of Shanxi’s Yungang Grottoes and the gravity-defying Hanging Temple have gamers swapping controllers for real-life adventures. Nearly half of all ticket buyers? Millennials and Gen Z. Talk about #IRLspoilers!
Want to join the hype? Pack your phone charger and comfy shoes—#AncientChina just got a Gen Z makeover. 😎
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Youth-led revival: Ancient architecture tours flourish in China
cgtn.com