Urumqi Downtown Walk, Xinjiang, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2026-09-23 | Urumqi Downtown Walk, Xinjiang, China
Night Walk of LuZhou Downtown, SiChuan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-09-25 | Night Walk of LuZhou DowntownSiChuan, China2024 April4K UHD 60FPSIn the evening, visit the Beicheng Night Market and Shuijinggou Commercial Pedestrian Street, located around Luzhou's landmark Bao'en Pagoda. These are home to numerous snack and clothing vendors from around the country, making them a popular spot for locals to relax and shop.02:40 Beicheng Night Market27:43 Bao'en Pagoda and Shuijinggou Commercial Pedestrian StreetSiChuan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国四川 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
LuZhou Downtown Walk, SiChuan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-09-11 | LuZhou Downtown WalkSiChuan, China2024 April4K UHD 60FPSLuzhou, located in southeastern Sichuan Province at the confluence of the Yangtze and Tuojiang Rivers, serves as a transportation hub at the junction of Sichuan, Chongqing, Yunnan, and Guizhou. Known as the "Wine City of China," Luzhou, a National Historic and Cultural City, is renowned for its long history of winemaking, unique riverside charm, and rich cultural heritage. It comprises three main urban districts: Jiangyang District, Longmatan District, and Naxi District, with a total population exceeding 5 million.Tour Route:Bai Zhaopai (Bus Station) - First Ring Road, Jiangyang Middle Road Section - Daci Road - Qianxinglong Street Market - Taiping Street - Baocheng Road - Huayuan Road - Bell and Drum Tower - Huayuan Road - First Ring Road - White Pagoda Square - Bao'en Pagoda - Shuijinggou Commercial Pedestrian Street - Yinghui Road - Luzhou Dongyi Exhibition Hall - Riverside Promenade - Guanyizui Square08:48 Qianxinglong Street MarketShops in the alleys where locals eat and shop22:42 Bell and Drum TowerRepublican-era architecture, overlooking the confluence of the two rivers27:48 White Pagoda Square - Bao'en PagodaSong Dynasty White Pagoda, a Luzhou landmark, surrounded by a bustling commercial district30:30 Shuijinggou Commercial Pedestrian StreetA street for food, drinks, and entertainment38:16 East Gate - Luzhou Dongyi Exhibition Hall - Riverside Promenade - Guanyizui SquareA leisurely promenade along the Yangtze RiverSiChuan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国四川 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of LiJiang ShuHe Ancient Town, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-08-21 | ShuHe Ancient TownLiJiang, YunNan, China2024 April4K UHD 60FPSLijiang Shuhe Ancient Town is located 4 kilometers northwest of Lijiang Old Town in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province. Covering a total area of 5 square kilometers, it is an integral part of Lijiang Old Town and boasts well-preserved ancient roads, markets, and nearly a thousand traditional dwellings. Its indigenous inhabitants are primarily Naxi people. This is one of the earliest settlements of the Naxi ancestors in the Lijiang Basin and a key town on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road.The entire town is nestled against a mountain to the west, with three rivers flowing through its streets. Its style embraces nature, relying on the mountains and rivers, and pursuing a harmonious relationship between people and nature. It combines the natural beauty of rural scenery with the charming charm of a Jiangnan town.Key AttractionsQinglong Bridge: A 400-year-old stone bridge, its pavement etched with deep horse hoof marks, a testament to the glory of the caravans.Sifang Street: The heart of the ancient town, once the heart of the tea-horse trade, now serves as a showcase for Naxi life.The Ancient Tea-Horse Road Museum (Dajue Palace): Ming-dynasty buildings display artifacts and history of the caravans.Leatherworker Village: A traditional leather workshop offering custom Naxi-style leather goods.Sifang Listening Sound Square: Daily Naxi ancient music performances.Jiuding Dragon Pond: The ancient town's water source, boasting crystal-clear water and towering ancient trees.Flowers Touching the Water: A stream weaves through the street, its banks adorned with weeping willows and cherry blossoms in spring.Experiences:Horseback Riding, Dongba Paper Making at the Dongba Paper Mill, Naxi Embroidery at the Shuhe Jinxiuyuan.00:00 Shuhe Archway09:22 Sifang Listening Sound Square12:52 Sanyan Well24:47 Lover's Bridge - Riverside Pavilion28:50 Songyun Village - Shilian Ancient Temple40:22 Qinglong Bridge46:55 Jiuding Dragon PondYunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of LiJiang BaiSha Ancient Town, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-08-07 | BaiSha Ancient TownLiJiang, YunNan, China2024 April4K UHDBaisha Ancient Town is located in Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province. Nestled against Yulong Snow Mountain to the north and bordering Longquan Spring to the south, it is approximately 10 kilometers from Lijiang Old Town. With a total area of approximately 5 square kilometers (the core tourist area is approximately 1 square kilometer), it is the smallest of Lijiang's three ancient towns (Dayan, Shuhe, and Baisha). As the earliest settlement of the Naxi people in the Lijiang Basin, it served as the political, economic, and cultural center of Lijiang during the Song and Yuan dynasties, and the birthplace of the Mu clan chieftain regime. It is known as the "world-class capital of the ancient Naxi Kingdom."The core area is centered around Sifang Street (the prototype of Sifang Street in Lijiang Old Town). The streets run east-west and north-south, preserving Ming and Qing dynasty civil engineering structures with blue-tiled eaves and carved doors and windows. In the early mornings, Naxi elders can be seen selling fruits and vegetables on Sifang Street, while afternoon cafes offer tranquil views of the snow-capped mountains. The ancient town currently offers opportunities for heritage crafts such as hand-made coppersmithing, Naxi embroidery, and tie-dyeing.The Baisha Murals here are one of China's four great murals, on par with the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang. They are preserved in Ming Dynasty buildings such as the Dabaoji Palace and the Liuli Hall. The 55 murals, created over 300 years during the Ming and Qing dynasties, blend Han Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Taoism, and Dongba art, and are hailed as a culmination of diverse religious and cultural influences.The Baisha Xi music, a representative work of Naxi ancient music, is said to have been gifted by Kublai Khan, the founder of the Yuan Dynasty. Local artists perform daily at the "Heavenly Sounds" pavilion, a designated intangible cultural heritage.YunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
LiJiang Downtown Walk, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-07-31 | LiJiang Downtown WalkYunNan, China2024 AprilLijiang is located in northwestern Yunnan Province, China, at the junction of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. It is home to the Naxi ethnic group and a world-renowned tourist destination. It boasts magnificent natural scenery, rich ethnic minority culture, and a well-preserved ancient city.Located at an altitude of approximately 2,400 meters, the city serves as the political, economic, and cultural center of Lijiang and is home to the World Cultural Heritage site, the Lijiang Old Town (Dayan Ancient Town). The city is home to numerous cherry blossoms, making it an ideal place for strolling and admiring the blossoms each spring (from late February to early April).Tour Route: Qixing Street - Qixing Fashion Culture Plaza - Shangri-La Avenue - Lijiang Xiangshan Market - Yufu Road - Fuhui Road - Lijiang Municipal Plaza - Shizishan Night Market00:00 Qixing StreetPink cherry blossoms are in full bloom along the road in mid-to-late April07:43 Qixing Fashion Culture Plaza14:25 Shangri-La AvenueRed cherry blossoms are planted along the road for viewing and photographing24:44 Lijiang Xiangshan MarketA comprehensive market for locals, mainly selling daily necessities30:02 Yufu Road - Middle Shangri-La Avenue - Fuhui Road45:21 Lijiang Municipal PlazaA plaza for locals to relax and exercise48:02 Shizishan Night MarketA snack night market from around the country, with seating and performancesYunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhongYi Market in LiJiang Old Town, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-07-24 | ZhongYi Market in LiJiang Old TownLiJiang, YunNan, China2024 AprilZhongyi Market is the most lively traditional farmers' market in Lijiang Ancient Town, located in the southwest of the ancient town. This place originated from the "Zhongyifang" which was an important place for horse caravan supplies during the Tea Horse Road period. Compared with the commercial main street of the ancient town, this place can touch the real life more.From 6 to 9 in the morning, residents of the Naxi, Bai, Tibetan and other ethnic groups come here to set up stalls with fresh mountain products. In addition to buying seasonal fruits, vegetables, aquatic products and other foods, you can also buy daily necessities such as ethnic costumes, home textiles, hardware department stores, farm tools, and local specialty products such as dried mushrooms, flower cakes, and cured products. In addition to shopping, there are many snack shops around that locals also come to eat.Zhongyi Market is the "living soul" of Lijiang Ancient Town, a microcosm of the daily life of locals, and a great place for tourists to experience Naxi folk culture.YunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of LiJiang Old Town, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-07-17 | Walking Tour of LiJiang Old TownLiJiang, YunNan, China2024 AprilLijiang Old Town is located in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, China, covering an area of 7.279 square kilometers. It was built in the late Song Dynasty and early Yuan Dynasty (13th century), flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and was once an important hub of the Ancient Tea Horse Road. It was listed in the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1997 and is the only ancient city in China selected as a town of ethnic minorities (Naxi). Dongba culture is the traditional culture of the Naxi people, and there is also the world's only surviving hieroglyphic "Dongba script". Dongba scriptures and sacrificial ceremonies are listed as the Memory of the World Heritage. Dongba scripture can be seen on the walls of the houses in the ancient city, and Dongba wishing wind chimes are hung everywhere, which entrust people's good wishes.The entire old city is an open layout without city walls (legend has it that because the chieftain's surname is "wood", it is unlucky to build a city like "trapped", which is built on the mountains and rivers, and is shaped like the Eight Diagrams. A typical "three squares and one screen wall" courtyard, civil structure, carved doors and windows, green tile sloping roof, integrating Han, Bai, Tibetan and other ethnic skills. The meltwater from Yulong Snow Mountain runs through the whole city, forming a pattern of "three rivers running through the city and water flowing in every house". 354 stone bridges are built across the stream, and it is known as the "Venice of the East".Lijiang Old Town is not only an architectural masterpiece, but also a microcosm of the spiritual home of the Naxi people. Its construction concept of "harmony between man and nature" (derived from the Dongba philosophy of "man and nature are brothers") provides precious inspiration for modern cities. Although the ancient city is obviously commercialized today, you can still touch the pulse of life flowing for thousands of years by going deep into the alleys.Main attractions in the ancient city:Main streets: Qiyi Street and Wuyi Street are lined with shops.Featured alleys: Guangyi Street Xianwen Alley (Oil Paper Umbrella Alley) and Zhenxing Alley (Lantern Alley).Mu Mansion: Naxi Tusi Palace, called "Lijiang Forbidden City", showing the architectural style of the Central Plains in the Ming Dynasty.Wangu Tower: A commanding height, overlooking the panoramic view of the ancient city and Yulong Snow Mountain.Night tour highlights: Bar Street lights reflected in the water, river lanterns for blessing, Lion Rock Night Market for night view.Tour route: Dayan Flower Alley - Lijiang Dashi Bridge - Sifang Street - Ancient City South Gate and Folk Song Square - Bar Street - Guangbi Tower - Guangyi Street Xianwen Lane - Zhongyi Night Market00:00 Dayan Flower AlleyMany flowers and plants, colorful stairs, suitable for taking pictures. Climb up to the Lijiang Eye Observation Deck to overlook the night view of the ancient city11:17 Lijiang DashiqiaoSmall bridges, flowing water and flower paths13:47 Sifang Street (the center of the ancient city)There are bonfire performances at night, and tourists can participate23:36 North Gate WaterwheelThe landmark building of the ancient city, with many wishing wind chimes next to it33:23 Xinhua Street (Bar Street)You can find a music bar to drink and listen to music39:57 Xianwen Lane (Oil Paper Umbrella Lane)46:22 Guangbi TowerThe gatehouse of the back garden of the Mu Mansion, and also the banquet hall of the Mu family chieftain01:02:50 Zhongyi Night MarketA collection of local and national snacks, as well as some specialty and grocery storesYunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of GuangZhou XiaJiao, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-07-10 | Night Walk of GuangZhou XiaJiaoGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSXiajiao Village is located in Luopu Street, Panyu District, Guangzhou. It relies on the Xiajiao Metro Station (Line 3) to form a night market. It is one of the most lively night markets in Panyu District. The 200-meter-long snack stalls are mostly run by foreign entrepreneurs, and the people who come to eat are also white-collar workers, nearby residents, and students who come to eat. In addition to local Guangdong snacks such as fountain beef offal and Cantonese fried rice noodles, there are also many Internet celebrity stalls such as Temple Street fried skewers and street steaks. The food here is rich and affordable, and there are fruit shops, beverage shops and restaurants around.The first floor of Lingnan Shopping City next to it is OMG Food Street, which has many restaurants, specialties from all over the country to choose from, and various styles of decorations are very suitable for checking in and taking pictures. There are also market activities at night, where you can watch wonderful performances, play games in the entertainment market, and many locals come to the surrounding area to eat, gather and relax.00:21 Xiajiao Village Night Market15:21 Xinji Xiajiao Square and its surroundings23:53 Lingnan Shopping Mall OMG Snack StreetGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of GuangZhou YongQingFang, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-07-03 | GuangZhou YongQingFangGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSEnning Road, where Yongqingfang is located, was built in 1931. It has the longest (1.2 kilometers) and most complete arcade building complex in Guangzhou. The area was originally named "Yongqing Street" and is one of the first batch of historical and cultural blocks in Guangzhou. It retains typical Xiguan elements such as blue brick houses, sliding doors, and granite roads. It has achieved a perfect integration of historical protection and urban renewal through the "micro-renovation" model. It is a national AAAA tourist attraction and the first batch of national tourist and leisure blocks. It is known as the "most beautiful arcade street in Guangzhou" and a living museum of Lingnan culture. Now it is mainly various catering stores and intangible cultural heritage blocks, as well as Cantonese opera art museums and celebrity residences. Through the regular holding of Cantonese opera research, dragon boat markets, and intangible cultural heritage hand-made classes, it attracts parents and young groups to learn and play.Walking route:Yongqingfang Phase I Archway-Bruce Lee's Ancestral Home-Homesickness Square-Yongqingfang Historical Gallery-Red Bridge and Moon Bridge-Cantonese Opera Art Museum-Kapok Hero Tree Ash Plastic Wall-Enning Road Arcade Street-Zhongshuge-Yongqingfang Pier-Phase II ArchwayIn addition to the above sightseeing spots, there are many time-honored food stores such as: Chen Tianji Fish Skin, Liu Fuji Wonton Noodles, Kaiji Desserts, Yinji Rice Noodle Rolls, Grandma's Beef Offal, Eight Treasures Fried Dumplings, etc., which can be tasted.00:00 Yongqingfang Phase I Archway-Movable Type Printing Museum02:39 Bruce Lee's Ancestral HomeRestore the Xiguan Mansion, and holographic projection to show the martial arts career.15:27 Yongqingfang Historical GalleryIntroduce the history and transformation process of Yongqingfang.18:46 Red Bridge and Moon BridgeThe lights will be turned on from 19:00 to 21:30 in the evening, which is good for taking pictures.22:12 Cantonese Opera Art MuseumTickets are free, opening hours are 09:00-21:00, and closed on Mondays. There are often Cantonese opera performances on the stage in the water. Listen to opera in the garden and experience the traditional culture of Guangdong.27:46 Enning Road Qilou StreetThe most beautiful Qilou street in Guangzhou. You can walk to Liwan Lake and Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street along the Qilou.32:16 ZhongshugeThe exterior incorporates Lingnan cultural elements, and the interior is a bookstore that can be transported to the magical world of Harry Potter in a second.37:52 Yongqingfang PierYou can take a flower boat from Yongqingfang Pier, passing many attractions along the way, such as the Cantonese Opera Art Museum, Bruce Lee's ancestral home, Zhan Tianyou's former residence, etc., and you will also cross the Moon Bridge and finally arrive at Wenta Pier.40:48 Yongqingfang Phase II ArchwayGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Select of 2025 Water Splashing Festival Parade, XiShuangBanNa, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-06-26 | Dai Calendar 1387 New Year Festival Parade 'Select'Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China2025 April4K UHD 60FPSThe 'Select' version includes some wonderful clips of the full version, also includes other video location.The Xishuangbanna Dai New Year Folk Culture Parade is held during the Water Splashing Festival in April every year. It is one of the most representative mass cultural activities of the Xishuangbanna Water Splashing Festival. The Water Splashing Festival is usually held from April 13 to 16, which is also the Dai New Year. During this period, various counties, and towns will hold folk activities to attract tourists from all over the country to participate.The Xishuangbanna Dai New Year Folk Culture Parade is mainly to showcase the colorful ethnic minority culture of Xishuangbanna, and you can see the Dai, Han, Hani, Yi, Lahu, Bulang, Jino and other ethnic groups. The participants of the parade are mainly performance teams from various scenic spots and performance teams composed of representatives from various towns and streets. They plan and rehearse a long time in advance. There will be some adjustments to the performance teams and content every year. The main purpose is to showcase ethnic costumes, ethnic traditional crafts, intangible cultural heritage, etc. In addition, the annual theme float parade is also a major attraction.Watch the full version and previous parade2025(Dai Calendar 1387)full version: youtu.be/H2RDQbMHHY02024(Dai Calendar 1386): youtu.be/YgyVRw3RndE2023(Dai Calendar 1385): youtu.be/Urx623F4b9EYunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
FoShan Downtown Walk II, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-06-19 | FoShan Downtown Walk IIGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSLingnan World (Lingnan Tiandi) was originally the Donghuali area of Zu Miao, which has a history of more than 900 years. It is the historical and cultural block with the densest cultural relics and the largest scale, and the most complete traditional style in Foshan. It was also a place where many dignitaries, wealthy businessmen, and celebrities gathered, carrying the cultural memory of Foshan's thousand-year-old historical city and ancient commercial center.After modernization, this block has retained a large number of typical Lingnan architectural elements such as wok-ear houses, arcades, Manchu windows, carved eaves, blue brick walls, and tile ridges, attracting the first stores of international brands and local trendy brands to settle in. At the same time, it integrates intangible cultural heritage exhibition halls, time-honored drug stores, medicinal restaurants and cultural and creative spaces, becoming a comprehensive block integrating historical protection, tourism, residence, and commerce.Tour route:NOVA Lingnan Station-Lingnan Tiandi-Yinggang Community-Foshan Catholic Church-Pujun New Town Pedestrian Street00:25 Mie Dongdong Night MarketThe small night market on the square of NOVA Lingnan Station has stalls selling cultural and creative products and drinks and snacks.04:20 Lingnan World (Lingnan Tiandi)Currently, there are Xiao Handicraft Market, Liquor Hall, Post Office, Bell Tower, Dragon and Lion Cultural and Creative Museum, Wenhuili Wedding House, Xianxing Bookstore and other attractions to visit, as well as many specialty restaurants, cultural and creative shops, etc.34:01 Yinggang CommunityAn old residential area, where there are various literary and artistic shops such as coffee shops, simple meals, pubs, cultural and creative shops, and you will meet cute cats. Route: Yinggang Street-Tongxin Lane-Qilin Society-West Hall-Shan Street-Yapang Street-Hongsheng Ancestral Hall-Sheng Street-Shengyuan Street-Guogong Ancient Temple-Xin'an Street58:57 Foshan Catholic Church-Mingxin Street-Xiang'an StreetA local living district in the center of Foshan.01:09:37 Pujun North Road-Pujun Market-Pujun New Town Pedestrian StreetNear Pujun North Road is the location of Tapo Market (Pujun Old Market), one of the most prosperous markets in Foshan. Foshan's "Three Markets" is a traditional trade market system formed during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Together with the "Six Markets", it constitutes the core of the ancient Foshan commercial network. Today, it has become a modern city street, surrounded by various shops.Biaogang Market (Big Market): Located in the area of Lianhua Road, it is open on the first, fourth and seventh days, mainly trading flowers, birds and animals, and agricultural products;Tapo Market (Pujun Old Market): Near Pujun North Road, it is open on the third, sixth and ninth days, mainly selling vegetables, pork, fish, meat, groceries, etc. It was once one of the most prosperous markets in Foshan;Pujun New Market: On the east side of Xianxiang Street, it is open on the third, sixth and ninth days, and the commodities include oil, sugar, beans, silk, fish and shrimp, etc., and there is a "Jiangguchang" (storytelling venue)GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of FoShan JiuJiang Town, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-06-12 | FoShan JiuJiang TownGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSJiujiang Town belongs to Nanhai District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, and is located in the hinterland of the Pearl River Delta. There are dense river networks here. Locals use the mulberry-fish pond farming model to raise fish in the pond. Mulberry trees are planted by the pond to raise silkworms, and silkworm feces are used to feed fish, forming an interdependent ecological cycle chain. Therefore, freshwater aquaculture and processing industries such as silk reeling and silk weaving are developed here. The output of fish fry accounts for 50% of the country. It is known as the "Hometown of Fish Fry in China". It is also a typical Lingnan water town, hometown of overseas Chinese and famous town of dragon boat culture.Jiujiang is an ancient commercial port with a history of more than 800 years. It has been prosperous in commerce in history and is known as the "Little Guangzhou". There are more than 100 traditional dragon boats in the villages in Jiujiang Town. The town and villages hold many dragon boat races every year. The dragon and lion culture is unique and has a deep mass base. It is known as the "Famous Town of Dragon and Lion Sports in China" and the "Hometown of Dragon Boat in China". Jiujiang, the old city of Nanhai, still retains a large number of old buildings.Walking route:Fish-selling Bridge-Hongmian Park-Jiujiang Daxu Historical District-Fish-selling Bridge-Bai Mi Lane-Fengzhengdi-Jiuzhangjiu00:00 Fish-selling BridgeOriginally named Zhoubu Bridge, it was built in the Qing Dynasty. Later, because there were many fish stalls at the entrance of Wanshou Street in the early days of liberation, it was called Fish-selling Bridge by the locals.Jiujiang's Dragon Boat Race, Dragon Boat Festival and other folk activities attract tens of thousands of people every year.01:55 Hongmian ParkThe small park has a huge kapok tree, and it is also a practice point for martial arts such as Zhoujiaquan, Wing Chun, traditional lion dance, and fighting.05:25 Jiujiang Daxu Historical DistrictIn the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China, Jiujiang was prosperous in commerce and was known as "Little Guangzhou". At that time, Wanshou Street was concentrated with all kinds of shops for underwear, food, housing and transportation, and it was very lively. Today, there are still people living in the street, and many ancient overseas Chinese houses with a unique architectural style that combines Chinese and Western styles are preserved.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
FoShan Downtown Walk I, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-06-05 | FoShan Downtown Walk IGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSFoshan, located in the south-central part of Guangdong Province, is in the core hinterland of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. It is a national historical and cultural city, an important manufacturing base in China, and one of the birthplaces of Cantonese culture. It is famous for being the "hometown of pottery", "city of martial arts" and "capital of food". It is the hometown of martial arts masters such as Huang Feihong, Ip Man and Bruce Lee. It was really the eve of the Spring Festival, and writing couplets on the spot in Huichun Street (Kuaizi Street) was one of the local cultural characteristics.Walking route:NOVA Lingnan Station-Zumiao-Feihong Street-Zumiao Road-Lianhua Road-Kuaizi Road-Songfeng Road-Liangyuan Historical and Cultural District-Peideli-Gaoji Street-Guorui Shengpingli00:00 NOVA Lingnan Station03:13 Foshan Ancestral TempleThe Ancestral Temple, also known as the "Northern Emperor Temple", is dedicated to the Taoist Zhenwu Xuantian Emperor and was built in the Northern Song Dynasty. This thousand-year-old temple is an art hall of three carvings and two sculptures (brick carving, wood carving, stone carving, pottery sculpture, and gray sculpture).There are special attractions such as Ip Man Hall, Wanfu Terrace, Huang Feihong Memorial Hall, and Ancestral Temple Museum. Ip Man Hall was built to commemorate the famous Wing Chun master Ip Man. Ip Man was from Foshan and practiced martial arts since childhood. He later became a martial arts master. The most outstanding of his disciples was the kung fu superstar Bruce Lee. Wanfu Terrace is the oldest stage in South China, with Cantonese opera performances. The performance time is: 13:30-15:30 on weekends and holidays.05:45 Feihong Street-Foshan Huang Feihong Memorial HallFeihong Food Street: A snack street next to the Ancestral Temple, mainly for tourists to visit and eat snacks, with few locals. Huang Feihong Memorial Hall has martial arts and lion dance culture displays. There are 3 performances per day, and the performance time is: 10:00-10:40 14:15-14:55 15:30-16:10.11:54 Zu Miao Road-Lianhua RoadThe main street of Chancheng District, Foshan City. There are many time-honored shops in the old arcades beside the street, which are also integrated with nostalgic trendy shops. It is the place where Foshan people live their daily lives.22:40 Kuaizi RoadThe Cantonese word "Kuaizi" is homophonic to "Kuaizi" (early birth of a child). It used to be Foshan's "Happy Street". There are many old shops selling wedding supplies. There are many temporary stalls before the Spring Festival, and craftsmen hand-write couplets and blessing characters on the spot.44:32 Songfeng RoadOriginally known as "Fengxiang Lane", it was named after the gathering of iron bellows workshops in the late Qing Dynasty. Later, it was refined with "pine and cypress evergreen", expressing the wish for the longevity of the family business. Before the Spring Festival, it mainly sells lanterns, red envelopes, blessing characters, couplets and other New Year goods.48:51 Liangyuan Historical and Cultural District-Peideli Ancient Residential GroupLiangyuan is the general name of the Liang family's private gardens in Foshan. It was built in the Qing Dynasty and took more than 50 years to build. It is known as the "No. 1 Garden in Lingnan". This block is centered on Liangyuan, and there are a number of traditional residential buildings with well-preserved styles in the block.01:03:30 Gaoji StreetThe arcades and brick-and-wood residential buildings from the Republic of China are preserved on both sides of the street. On weekend mornings, the "Garbage Street" (Hongluzhi Street) gathers second-hand vendors, selling antiques, furniture, electrical appliances, etc.01:16:16 Guorui Shengpingli (Shengping Night Market)Once the location of "Pangu Market", one of the three markets in Foshan, the old block has been upgraded and transformed into an Internet celebrity market.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of FoShan QianDeng Lake, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-05-29 | Night Walk of FoShan QianDeng LakeGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSQiandeng Lake is a landmark urban park in Nanhai District, Foshan City. It is located on Denghu West Road, Guicheng Street, Nanhai District, Foshan City. It covers a total area of 302 acres and a lake area of 132 acres. There are more than 1,300 landscape lights in the park. Thousands of lights are lit at night, so it is named "Qiandeng Lake". It is a national 4A-level scenic spot and the largest free park in Foshan.Denghu West Street, located in the Qiandeng Lake area, was originally a bar street. It was later transformed into a European-style street, attracting local food brands to settle in. There are many open-air bars and scenic restaurants to choose from. It also introduces trunk markets, cultural and creative stalls, and Internet celebrity food to activate night consumption, attracting young consumer groups, and quickly becoming a popular check-in place in Foshan.Starting at 5 pm every day, Denghu West Street becomes a night market street, where snacks and drinks from all over the country are gathered, and there are many entertainment activities to participate in. There are music lovers singing at the night market. After dinner, you can take a walk along the river or go to the second floor or the bridge corridor to overlook the panoramic view and take photos, or row a boat to enjoy the sky projection show on the buildings on both sides of the river.Qiandeng Lake Citizen Square Water Curtain Light Show: Friday and Saturday 20:15 and 21:15, each show lasts about 15 minutes. However, during certain holidays, such as National Day, the time of the light show may be adjusted.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ShunDe Downtown Walk, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-05-22 | ShunDe Downtown WalkFoShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSShunde is a district under the jurisdiction of Foshan City, Guangdong Province. It is located in the hinterland of the Pearl River Delta. It is an important economic powerhouse, cultural city and food capital in China. Shunde is an important manufacturing base in China, dominated by industries such as home appliances, furniture, mechanical equipment, and electronic information. It has many well-known companies and is one of the important gathering places for China's home appliance industry. Shunde is also one of the important birthplaces of Lingnan culture, with rich cultural heritage, such as Shunde food culture, Lingnan water village culture, dragon boat culture, Cantonese opera culture, etc. Shunde cuisine is also famous for its unique local flavor. In 2014, it was awarded the title of "World Food Capital" by UNESCO.Shunde Daliang Old City Historical and Cultural District, which was once the seat of Shunde County. From the Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China, it was crowded with merchants, academies, Xishan Temple, and Huagai Road Qilou Street became a commercial center. Today, traditional houses are intertwined with modern life, and it is known as the "Guangfu Museum without walls." It is suitable to experience the morning market in the morning or to see the night view of the arcade in the evening, and taste Shunde's special food.Tour route:Bell Tower Park-Xishan Temple-Xixian Road Alley-Wenxiu Road-Huagai Road Pedestrian Street-Qinghui Garden-Huagai Market-First Pier00:01 Bell Tower ParkThe former site of Shunde County Government, the red brick bell tower and the century-old banyan tree constitute a landmark. Citizens do morning exercises and play chess here, interpreting the slow life of the old city.09:16 Xishan TempleIt was built in the 20th year of Jiajing in the Ming Dynasty (1541). It is dedicated to Guandi and integrates the art of Lingnan brick carving, gray sculpture and pottery sculpture. There is a thousand-year-old well "Sanyuanquan" in front of the temple.16:48 Wenxiu RoadOriginally named "Xianqianzhi Street", it was named because it was close to Shunde County Government (now Bell Tower Park) during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was the core axis of the old county town. During the Republic of China period, it was widened and renovated and renamed "Wenxiu Road", which means "literary and beautiful", and embodies the spirit of respecting culture and education.26:18 Huagai Road Pedestrian StreetThe kilometer-long Republic of China arcade corridor combines Nanyang style and Cantonese elements. Now it gathers old teahouses, cultural and creative shops and trendy restaurants, making it a great place for tourists to taste Shunde cuisine.39:54 Qinghui GardenFirst built in the Ming Dynasty, it was originally the residence of the top scholar. It is one of the four famous gardens in Lingnan, China, and is famous for its exquisite layout and elegant architecture. The name of the garden is taken from "Who says that the heart of an inch of grass can repay the three spring sunshine", which not only implies filial piety, but also implicitly coincides with the beauty of the garden's "clear and elegant sunshine". Opening hours: 08:30-17:30 (admission stops at 17:00)49:27 Huagai MarketJust across the street from Qinghui Garden, it is a good place for locals to purchase fresh ingredients. There are also cooked food stalls and barbecue stalls where you can buy authentic Shunde flavors.01:02:23 The First PierIn the past, relying on the Desheng River waterway, it became a distribution center for grain, silk, fish, salt and other materials in Shunde. The wharf was bustling with shops, teahouses and money houses. Now it has gradually evolved into a leisure riverside for local people to walk and fish.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ShunDe JiuZhai Village, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-05-15 | ShunDe JiuZhai VillageFoShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSJiuzhai Village is located in Daliang Town, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. It is adjacent to Taiping Mountain in the north, Shunfeng Mountain in the west, Shuiniugang in the south, and Guipan Lake in the east. It retains traditional Lingnan cultural elements and is an ancient Lingnan village that integrates natural scenery, historical culture and food experience.The history of Jiuzhai Village can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty. Walking along Jiuzhai Avenue, you can see many existing historical sites, such as Jiuzhai Tower, Zhoujianjing, Jianbang Academy, Zhushuai Temple and Wang Xunfu Temple. There are alleys on both sides of the avenue. Most of the houses here are self-built, many of which are renovated and renovated, and there are also many houses full of age.When we went there, Jiuzhai Village was going to be built into a "Taste Shunde Characteristic Town". There are already coffee shops and snack bars of various styles settled in. We should be able to experience more Shunde local food later. The village is not very big, and there are not many people on weekends. Some are still under renovation, which may be more interesting in the future.00:00 IntroThe Zhoujian Well that appeared in the intro has a history of more than 400 years. Local residents often come here to fetch water with plastic buckets.00:35 Old Village Entrance Old Village ArchwayEntering from the Old Village Archway is the Old Village Avenue, the main street of the Old Village Village.01:20 Zhushuai Temple - Wang Xunfu Temple - Jianbang AcademyZhushuai Temple and Wang Xunfu Temple were first built during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, and are dedicated to Kang Da Zhenjun, Ma Da Yuanshuai and Wang Xunfu.Jianbang Academy was first built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, and the current site has been restored and renovated.06:25 Jiuzhai ParkA small park in the village where villagers exercise, entertain and relax.14:54 Beifang Middle StreetThe alley is where local residents live. Now there are also some coffee shops, dessert shops, snack shops, private dishes, etc. in the village.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ShunDe FengJian Water Town, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-05-08 | FengJian Water TownShunDe, FoShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSShunde Fengjian Water Village is located in Xingtan Town, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. It is a typical representative of Lingnan water village culture. It has a long history, dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty. There are still many well-preserved ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties in the village. The 28-kilometer waterway connects more than 30 ancient bridges, more than 70 ancestral halls and century-old houses. There is no need to buy tickets here. It is open all day. You can choose to walk or take a black-sailed boat to play.Tour route:Fengjian Population Culture Park - Central Park - Shishi Lane Bridge - Guo's Ancestral Hall - Jinshi Archway - Juji Bridge-Jin'ao Bridge-Juemiaojingyuan-Shuikou Bridge + Cruise Terminal-Mingyuan Bridge-Song Canzheng Li Gong Temple (Fengjian Village History Museum)-Fengjian Historical and Cultural Street-Fengjian Primary School-Fengyuan Road-Fengjian Entrance Cultural Park00:40 Fengjian Entrance Cultural ParkA small park at the entrance of the village where local residents live and entertain, and the elderly sit together to chat and play cards.06:41 Shishi Lane BridgeFengjian Village is crisscrossed with rivers and streams. In order to facilitate travel and trade, villagers piled stones and wood to build bridges. Because there is a stone lion with a history of more than 800 years at the bridge head, this bridge is called Shishi Lane Bridge. In ancient times, villagers used shoulder poles to carry things on their shoulders to travel. Therefore, in order to facilitate travel, the bridge only has a single-side guardrail.12:18 Enrong Building (Liang's Jinshi Archway)Built in the 11th year of Jiajing in the Ming Dynasty, it was built to commemorate Jinshi Liang Qiaosheng and is a landmark attraction in Fengjian.Behind the Jinshi Archway is Fengjian Souvenirs, a street of Guangdong specialty snacks, including Jun'an steamed pork, double skin milk, special fish noodles, cold and refreshing fish skin, chicken biscuits and other specialty snacks.26:39 Cruise TerminalTourists can take a black-sailed boat to tour along the waterway and enjoy the ancient bridges, ancient houses and natural scenery of the water town.The cruise is open from 8:00 to 17:00. Small boat 150 (limited to five people), large boat 250 (limited to 10 people), cruise 4 kilometers, about 35 minutes.28:33 Mingyuan BridgeBuilt in the Southern Song Dynasty, the existing three-hole stone arch bridge in the style of the Ming Dynasty is the longest existing stone arch bridge in Shunde and is now a cultural relic protection unit in Guangdong Province.32:01 Song Canzheng Li Gong Temple (Fengjian Village History Museum)-Fengjian Historical and Cultural Street-Fengjian Primary School-Fengyuan RoadGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of ShunDe Fishermans Wharf, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-05-01 | Night Walk of Fisherman's WharfShunDe, FoShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSRonggui Fisherman's Wharf is located on Dongdi Road, Ronggui Street, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. It is a complex tourist destination that integrates food, leisure, entertainment and culture. It is also a place where Shunde locals will come to play in their spare time.Ronggui Fisherman's Wharf is open all day, but if you want to feel the most lively atmosphere, it is recommended to come in the evening. When the lights are on, the streets are shrouded in warm lights, and the fragrance of various food shops is overflowing. It is very suitable for eating food and strolling by the way.00:42 Fisherman's Wharf Food Factory Cultural and Creative ParkFisherman's Wharf Food Factory Cultural and Creative Park is a literary and artistic space transformed from the old factory building of the former food factory. Now it is home to bookstores, coffee shops, and handmade shops. The first thing that comes into view is the industrial-style building, red brick walls, iron staircases, and huge chimneys. Today, these industrial elements are perfectly integrated with various creative graffiti and literary shops, colliding with unique artistic sparks.07:40 Beizha Street Snack StreetThere are snack stalls from all over the country and various catering stores in the alley next to the Cultural and Creative Park.13:15 Binhe Road Night MarketThere are flower handmade, fruit snacks, game stalls, pet sales, etc. along the street. There are also many special taverns at the back door, with outdoor tables and chairs, where you can sit down and enjoy the breeze, chat and party with friends.22:10 Night Market Snack StreetIn addition to snacks from all over the country, there are also local snacks, such as fountain beef offal, cold fish skin, etc.31:30 South Bank ParkA place for local residents to live and entertain, there are singing performances, blind boxes, dolls and other entertainment stalls.38:00 Fisherman's Wharf East Gate Riverside TrailThere are barbecue restaurants and bars with distinctive decorations along the river in the East Square, as well as anchors and lighthouses used for ships in the past. Next to it is the Ronggui Waterway, where you can see the river view at sunset, which is very good for taking pictures.Correction: The title in the video 'GuanDong' should be GuangDong.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
2025 Water Splashing Festival Parade, XiShuangBanNa, YunNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-04-24 | Dai Calendar 1387 New Year Festival ParadeJingHong, XiShuangBanNa, YunNan, China2025 April4K UHD 60FPSThe Water Splashing Festival, also known as the Buddha Bathing Festival, is called "Sangkan Bimai" in Dai language, which means the New Year of the Dai calendar. The festival celebrations are mainly concentrated in the Dai settlements in various cities and counties in Yunnan Province, and have a history of more than 1,000 years. The Water Splashing Festival is a comprehensive stage that showcases the Dai people's water culture, music and dance culture, food culture, clothing culture, and traditional culture such as advocating nature. It is the Dai people's grandest festival of the year and carries a profound historical and cultural heritage.The Water Splashing Festival is usually held from April 13th to 16th, corresponding to the sixth month of the Dai calendar, during the farming intermission period, the climate is hot, and water splashing has both cooling and blessing. In Dai folk tales, it is said that in ancient times, demons were rampant, and the people used water to extinguish their evil fire and eventually defeated the demons. Therefore, water splashing symbolizes exorcising evil and welcoming auspiciousness.Main customs and activities1. Water splashing carnival: People splash each other with clean water, and the water represents blessings and cleanliness. Young people often play with water guns and buckets, while they sprinkle water on the elders with flower branches to show respect.2. Bathing the Buddha: Believers bathe the Buddha statues in the temple and pray for peace.3. Building sand towers: Building towers with sand by the river, inserting colorful flags and offerings to express awe of nature.4. Dragon Boat Race: Fierce dragon boat races are held on the Lancang River.5. Setting off high-rise fireworks: Homemade bamboo fireworks "high-rise" are shot into the sky, implying a good harvest.6. Market fair: The market gathers all kinds of Dai specialties, snacks and various commodities.7. Setting off Kongming lanterns and water lanterns: praying for blessings and eliminating disasters and conveying thoughts.Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture (abbreviated as "Xishuangbanna") is a tropical area at the southernmost tip of Yunnan Province, China, bordering Laos and Myanmar. It is famous for its unique tropical rainforest scenery and colorful ethnic minority culture. Xishuangbanna is mainly populated by the Dai people, and there are 13 other ethnic groups including the Han, Hani, Jinuo, Lahu, and Bulang. All Dai people believe in Southern Buddhism, and there are Buddhist temples in every village. Festivals are closely linked to Buddhist culture (such as the Water Splashing Festival, the Closing Festival, and the Opening Festival).The Xishuangbanna Dai New Year Festival National Folk Culture Parade is held during the Water Splashing Festival in April every year. It is one of the most representative mass cultural activities of the Xishuangbanna Water Splashing Festival. The 2025 parade consists of 8 square formations and 53 performance teams. Nearly 3,500 people dressed in ethnic costumes gathered on the streets of Jinghong City to show the unique ethnic folk culture of Xishuangbanna through singing and dancing, intangible cultural heritage, floats, and creative performances.01:22 Nationalities performance teams by Manting Park04:04 Jinuo drum performance team05:01 Dai traditional peacock performance team08:46 Zongfo Temple performance team10:20 Mengbala Naxi performance team12:14 Jinglan Cultural Tourism Float Team13:23 Dai performance team20:42 Hani performance team22:55 Lahu performance team22:27 Jinuo performance team23:58 Huayao Dai performance team24:35 Lahu performance team26:01 Yao performance team27:00 Yinhu Grand Theater performance team28:42 Mengle Cultural Tourism Area performance team30:10 Bulang performance team33:48 Dai intangible cultural heritage square45:15 Peacock Princess Live Performance Team47:17 Twelve themed floats paradeWatch more:'Select' of 2025(Dai Calendar 1387): youtu.be/p38VxnKfFCc2024(Dai Calendar 1386): youtu.be/YgyVRw3RndE2023(Dai Calendar 1385): youtu.be/Urx623F4b9EYunNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国云南 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ZhongShan KuChong Village, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-04-17 | Walking Tour of KuChong VillageZhongShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSKuchong Village in Zhongshan City is an urban village located in the eastern district of Zhongshan City. It has a history of more than 800 years. "Kuchong" means a good harvest and a full granary.Kuchong Village is one of the most concentrated areas of watchtowers in Zhongshan City. There are 24 existing watchtowers, 13 of which have been rated as immovable cultural relics. These watchtowers were built during the Republic of China to prevent thieves from robbing. They combine Chinese and Western styles. They have both Chinese elements such as blue bricks, sliding doors, painted, and gray sculptures, as well as Western-style decorations, and have both residential and self-defense functions. There are also blue brick houses with Lingnan characteristics, Nanyang-style arcades, and traditional buildings such as Chen Tianjue Temple and Wu Clan Ancestral Hall in the village.Kuchong Village is a famous hometown of overseas Chinese in Zhongshan City. During the Xianfeng period of the Qing Dynasty (1851-1861), some people went overseas to make a living. In the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, more villagers left their hometowns and went overseas. At present, overseas Chinese whose ancestral home is Kuchong Village are mainly distributed in countries such as the United States, Canada and Australia. In recent years, Kuchong Village has preserved and revitalized overseas Chinese houses and towers, built a cultural and historical museum, a coffee shop, a cultural and creative space, etc., and has become a cultural name card of Zhongshan City.00:00:32 Kuchong Archway00:12:47 Kuchong Street00:15:56 Tower No. 2, Kuchong Middle Street00:21:51 Chen Tianjue Historical and Cultural Square00:27:50 Wu Clan Ancestral Hall00:38:12 Xiangshan New Street Kuchong MarketGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhongShan Downtown Walk, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-04-10 | ZhongShan Downtown WalkGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSZhongshan City, located in the central part of Guangdong Province, China, on the west bank of the Pearl River Estuary, is one of the important cities in the Pearl River Delta region. Zhongshan City is named in memory of Mr. Sun Yat-sen, and is the hometown of Mr. Sun Yat-sen, the great pioneer of China's modern democratic revolution. It has a profound historical and cultural heritage and is one of the representative areas of Cantonese culture.Zhongshan City is one of China's important manufacturing bases, famous for lighting, home appliances, clothing, hardware, furniture and other industries. Among them, the lighting industry in Guzhen is particularly prominent and is known as the "Chinese Lighting Capital".Starting from Qijiang Bridge, passing through Xingzhong Square and Zhongtian Square East Street Snack Street, Sun Wen West Road Cultural Tourism Pedestrian Street, Shuiguan Street, Sun Wen Middle Road, Qifa Middle School, Gongchen Road Lighting Street, Renhouli, Zhongshan Catholic Church, Zhongshan No. 1 Middle School, Shizi Street, Minzu East Market, Zhonghebo, and finally arrived at Hebo Street.00:00 Qijiang BridgeThe first bridge in Zhongshan, it has been opened and closed regularly since its completion to ensure Zhongshan's shipping. It is the only open and close iron bridge still in use in Guangdong Province. Vehicles and pedestrians are prohibited from passing from 2:00 to 4:00 every day.02:40 Xingzhong Square and Zhongtian Square East Street Food Street08:26 Sunwen West Road Cultural Tourism Pedestrian StreetIt was called Ying'en Street in ancient times and was renamed in memory of Mr. Sun Yat-sen. This is one of the earliest pedestrian streets in Zhongshan. It combines the traditional national architectural style with the characteristics of Nanyang architecture. There are many shops on both sides of the street. The architectural style is unique, integrating the Nanyang arcade and Western architectural styles, and retaining the complete and unique Republican architectural style. It is Zhongshan's century-old trade street and city business card.30:07 Shuiguan Street-Sunwen Middle Road-Qifa Middle School-Gongchen Road Lighting Street-Renhouli55:10 Zhongshan Catholic Church-Zhongshan No. 1 Middle School-Shizi Street01:08:35 Minzu East Market and surrounding areas-Zhonghebo-Hebo StreetGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhongShan ShaGangXu Night Market, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-04-03 | ShaGangXu Night MarketZhongShan, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSThe Shagangxu Night Market is located next to the east gate of the Shagangxu Comprehensive Market in Zhongshan City. It mainly sells stalls selling various beverages, snacks and other delicacies, such as canned baked milk, baked rice cakes, wontons, barbecue, etc. There are also entertainment projects for children. In addition to snack stalls, there are also fixed restaurants.Shagangxu is a traditional market with a long history in Zhongshan City, with a history of more than 500 years. The Shagangxu market is open every day, and the stalls are set up during the day from 5 AM to 6 PM. However, it is better to go there during the big market day, which is the end of the 3rd, 6th and 9th day of the lunar calendar. Here you can buy daily necessities, clothing, pots and pans, toys, fruits and vegetables, snacks, etc. The price of clothing is very cheap, and some are foreign trade tail orders, 10-20 yuan/piece.And there is a ghost market at night on the big market day, that is, Tianguang Market, which is open from 2 AM and closes at dawn. Most of the ghost market is second-hand items, and a small part is new. Each stall owner sells many kinds of things at his stall, which may be unwanted items at home, idle items, or second-hand items recycled by some stall owners, etc. There are also old things, books, CDs, electrical parts, clothes, antiques and all kinds of things.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Macau City Walk Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-03-27 | Macau City Walk2024 January4K UHD 60FPSMacao consists of the Macao Peninsula, Taipa Island and Coloane Island. More than 400 years ago, the Portuguese established a trading post here. In 1553, the Portuguese were allowed to land on the Macao Peninsula on the pretext of drying goods, and gradually settled here. Since then, Macao has become an important window for cultural exchanges between China and the West, forming a unique cultural blend. On December 20, 1999, the Chinese government resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Macao, established the Macao Special Administrative Region, and implemented the "one country, two systems" policy.Macao has both a profound historical and cultural heritage and modern entertainment facilities. The gaming industry is an important pillar of Macao's economy, and Macao is one of the largest gaming markets in the world. In recent years, Macao has actively promoted the development of tourism and convention and exhibition industries. Macao's historic city is listed as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, including famous attractions such as the Ruins of St. Paul's, A-Ma Temple, and Senate Square.This city walk is mainly in the historic city of the Macao Peninsula. Starting from Vasco da Gama Garden, passing through Alto Fong Tong, Fortress Park, Ruins of St. Paul's, St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Temple of Kang Gong, A-Ma Pier, and finally reaching Sai Wan Lake View.00:18 Vasco da Gama GardenA small urban garden for Macau citizens to relax, built to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama's fleet in India.05:50 Alto Fong TongLocated in the central part of the Macau Peninsula, it is an alley full of artistic atmosphere and historical charm in the St. Paul's Parish.13:23 Fortress ParkA former military defense facility, now transformed into a tourist and cultural facility, it is an excellent place to overlook the panoramic view of the Macau Peninsula.29:20 Ruins of St. Paul'sThe Ruins of St. Paul's is one of the most representative landmarks in Macau. It is the remains of the front wall of St. Paul's Church. It is not only a symbol of Macau, but also a model of the fusion of Chinese and Western cultures.31:30 Catholic Art MuseumLocated in the ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral behind the Ruins of St. Paul's in Macau. The museum houses representative artworks from various churches and monasteries in Macau, including oil paintings, sculptures, and worship objects.37:50 Love Lane - Rua do FouLove Lane is located between Rua do Fou and Rua do Fou, with a total length of about 50 meters. It is a romantic alley. Its name comes from the Portuguese "Travessa da Paixão", where "Paixão" means "passion" or "infatuation", but according to the naming habits of nearby streets, its original meaning is related to the suffering of Jesus. Later, due to a mistranslation, it was given the romantic meaning of "love".43:05 Catholic St. Anthony's ChurchThe church is named after St. Anthony of Padua, one of the patron saints of Catholicism, and is especially regarded by Macau people as the patron saint of marriage and love.56:25 Kang Gong Temple-October 5th Street-Baiyantang Heng Street-Hongchuangmen Street-Annecy StreetThere are many restaurants and hotels in these old alleys. Kang Gong Temple, whose full name is Kang Zhenjun Temple, is a traditional Chinese temple architectural style, and the overall architectural style is solemn and simple. Kang Gong’s birthday is one of the important religious festivals in Macau. On this day, believers will carry the statue of Kang Gong to the streets for a parade to pray for peace and happiness.01:32:00 Sai Wan Lake ViewSai Wan Lake was originally a bay on the Macau Peninsula and was once a place for merchant ships to dock. With the reclamation project in the 1990s, this sea area has become the artificial lake it is today.Macau SAR - Chao's Travel Log / 澳门特区 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhuHai NanKeng Market, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-03-20 | NanKeng MarketZhuHai, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSI went to Nankeng Market in Zhuhai in the evening. It is located on Zijing Road, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai. This is a farmer's market that locals often visit.Each stall is neatly arranged, and the vegetables are basically clearly marked with prices. Although the ground is a little wet, it is still clean. There are not many people visiting at this time. There should be more people in the morning. Some stalls have closed, but the overall things are quite complete. There are also some clothing stores, restaurants and snack bars around.00:20 1FVegetables, fruits, seafood, cooked food, etc.04:25 2FVarious groceries, dried seafood, meat, frozen food, etc.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhuHai Love Post Office, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-03-17 | ZhuHai Love Post OfficeGuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSZhuhai Love Post Office is a romantic landmark in Zhuhai City. It is located on Qinglu Middle Road in Xiangzhou District, close to the sea. It is a building that combines a lighthouse and a post office. It was built in December 2016. It takes advantage of the unique hardware advantages of Qinglu Road and is equipped with facilities such as love gardens and wedding plank roads to create a love culture business card in the South China Sea, attracting many couples to check in, take photos and play.FeaturesLove theme culture: The interior of the post office is full of love elements. The walls are full of love declarations and photos of couples. It also provides services such as love passports and love postmarks.Creative interactive experience: Visitors can write love letters here and send them to their future selves or loved ones. They can also stroll on the plank road under the lighthouse and feel the romantic atmosphere.Theme derivative sales: There are a wealth of cultural and creative products in the post office, such as couple rings, postcards, key chains, etc., which have a strong Zhuhai characteristic.Private customization service: Provide customized Valentine's Day gifts and wedding services to meet the personalized needs of couples.Opening hoursMonday to Thursday, Sunday: 10:00-21:00Friday to Saturday: 10:00-22:00There is also a lighthouse market nearby, with various snack and drink shops for leisure time.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of ZhuHai GongBei Port Street, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-03-14 | Night Walk of GongBei Port StreetZhuHai, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSZhuhai Gongbei Port is an important land port between China and the Macao Special Administrative Region, and is also one of the busiest transportation hubs in Zhuhai. Located in the southeast of Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, China, adjacent to Macao, it is the intersection of "one country, two systems". It connects with the Guanzha Port in Macao, and passengers traveling from Macao to Zhuhai or from Zhuhai to Macao need to go through entry and exit procedures here.The customs clearance time of Gongbei Port is from 06:00 to 01:00 the next day, and there are still many people coming and going in the square at night. Opposite the square is Zhuhai Port Shopping Plaza, which is a large underground shopping center. There are various shops for daily necessities and specialty shops in the surrounding blocks.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ZhuHai NanPing Town, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-03-06 | Walking Tour of NanPing TownZhuhai, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSNanping Town is located in Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province. It is an area with a long history and profound cultural heritage. It has nurtured many historical celebrities and preserved many precious historical and cultural relics. Now the pedestrian street at the intersection of Nanping Street is a commercial center with various food and daily necessities.00:00:01 Nanping Archway-East Street at the intersection of Nanping StreetNow it is mainly a commercial pedestrian street block with many restaurants and snacks.00:14:25 Huanping Road Pedestrian StreetMainly brand stores such as clothing, shoes and hats.00:29:14 Zhuhai v12 Cultural and Creative Industrial ParkIt is the first private cultural and creative industrial park in Zhuhai.00:34:55 Zhuhai Huafa Commercial MallThe largest shopping mall in Zhuhai, with a full range of goods, many brand choices and a comfortable environment.00:44:02 Beishan Archway on Nanwan North RoadEntering Beishan Village from here, there are many areas where local residents live, such as vegetable markets, restaurants, etc. It is connected to the Beishan Courtyard Cultural District, and there are many small alleys with interesting shops and delicious restaurants. You can visit them.01:07:10 Beishan Courtyard Cultural DistrictIt is a community that combines historical sites with art and cultural areas! You can visit the Yang Clan Ancestral Hall, the Old Warehouse, Liyuxuan, Beishan Guild Hall, etc.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhuHai Port of Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-02-27 | ZhuHai Port of Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao BridgeZhuHai, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSThe Zhuhai Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is an important land port connecting Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, China with Hong Kong and Macao . It is the core component of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. The port implements 24-hour customs clearance. The opening hours of the Zhuhai-Hong Kong and Zhuhai-Macao passenger inspection halls are from 8:00 to 22:00 every day, including the passenger inspection area and the cargo inspection area. You can drive through customs or take the bridge shuttle bus.The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is currently the longest cross-sea bridge in the world. You can take the Zhuhai sightseeing bus to the Zhuhai Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and overlook the bridge. You can also participate in the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge tour project. The Port Tiandi shopping mall is very large and the building is also very beautiful. At present, some businesses have already settled in.The entrance to the Zhuhai-Hong Kong-Macao Bridge tour project is on the underground floor of the mall. It is best to make an appointment in advance. An ID card is required, and a Hong Kong and Macao pass is not required. You can take a bus to the Blue Dolphin Island to see the bridge exhibition hall. The whole journey takes two or three hours. The adult ticket is 188 RMB (original price is 298 RMB). You need to buy the ticket one day in advance. This is the only way to go to the Blue Dolphin Island in the middle of the bridge for sightseeing. This tour does not allow you to go to Hong Kong and Macau, but only visit the bridge and the artificial island.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ZhuHai XiaWan Night Market, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-02-20 | XiaWan Night MarketZhuHai, GuangDong, China2024 January4K UHD 60FPSXiawan Night Market is located at the intersection of Xiawan Shopping Center on Xiawan Road, Gongbei District, Zhuhai City. The night market is open from 9:30 pm to 5:30 am. It is not convenient to park nearby, so it is recommended to take a taxi.Every night at around 9:00 pm, the security guards begin to arrange for vehicles around Xiawan Night Market to drive away and make room for stalls. At 9:30 pm, they begin to clear the flow of people, allowing adults and children to stand in safe positions on both sides of the road to avoid being hit by fast-moving stall traffic. At 9:45, these stall owners begin to push stall carts out of the alleys of Xiawan East Street and line up at the intersection of Xiawan Road and Xiawan East Street. With an order, the stalls enter the venue one after another, and the originally empty square is quickly set up with stalls and tables and chairs.As the night deepens, the flow of people gradually increases, and they begin to look for the food they want to eat in the night market. Because Zhuhai is a coastal city, seafood and barbecue are indispensable in the night market here. There are super large mantis shrimps, lobsters, crabs, oysters, etc., all of which are very large. In addition to seafood, there are also spicy hot pot, fried noodles, stinky tofu, hot stew, fried chicken, etc., which are available in night markets all over the country. In addition to staple food snacks, there are also many desserts, beverages and sweet soup stalls that Guangdong people like very much.Reminder: When eating at night markets, especially seafood barbecue, it is suggested to confirm the price before ordering, especially whether it is sold by piece or by kilogram.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
GuiYang Downtown Walk, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-02-13 | GuiYang Downtown WalkGuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSGuiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province, is located in southwest China. It is a city of mountains and rivers with a long history and diverse culture. Named for its location in the south of Guishan Mountain, Guiyang is surrounded by mountains and has a forest coverage rate of more than 50%. Guiyang is also a multi-ethnic settlement, where the cultures of ethnic minorities such as the Miao and Buyi people blend together to form a unique folk custom.Guiyang Old Town is located in the center of Guiyang City, and is the historical and cultural core of the city. A large number of traditional buildings and ancient streets and alleys, such as Jiaxiu Tower and Wenchang Pavilion, are preserved here, showing the profound historical heritage of Guiyang. The streets in the old town are narrow and full of market atmosphere. There are many shops along the street, and there are rich special snacks, such as Changwang noodles and siwawa, which attract many tourists. At the same time, this is also a gathering place for Guiyang folk culture, where traditional handicrafts and local operas are passed down. The old town has both ancient charm and integration with modern cities. It is an important window to feel the unique charm of Guiyang.This video starting from Exit K of Penshuichi Subway Station, pass through Guomao Plaza - Zhonghua North Road - Putuo Road - Catholic Guiyang North Church - Shaanxi Road - Humen Lane - Yujia Lane - Qianling East Road - Fushui North Road - Yuantong Street - Shenfu North Street - Shenfu East Street - Wenming Road - Wenbi Street - Dajue Jingshe - Diantai Street - Wushengmen Ruins - Wenchang Pavilion - Zhongshan East Road - Wenchang South Road - Xihu Road, and finally arrive at Jiaxiu Tower.North Catholic Church is a church with a mix of Chinese and Western styles. The dreamy blue classical archway incorporates many Guizhou elements; the main entrance is on Shaanxi Road, but I went there too late and didn't go in. Dajue Jingshe was once an important place for Buddhist culture in Guiyang, and is now a cultural exhibition hall.Humen Lane, Yujia Lane, Yuantong Street, Shengfu North Street, and Diantai Street are all very interesting old alleys, where many locals often come to eat delicious food, and there are also many other fun shops, such as medieval clothing, bread, dessert boxes, cultural and creative products, souvenirs, coffee, taverns, handmade shops, etc. Jiaxiu Tower is a cultural symbol of Guiyang, which means "excellent academic achievement" and encourages students to pursue fame. It is one of the landmark buildings in Guiyang. There are few people in Jiaxiu Tower during the day, so it is suitable for visiting. The interior is not big. After 7:30 pm, Jiaxiu Tower is light up and has a different beauty. There are more people than during the day. You can't visit the interior at night, so it is suitable for taking pictures from a distance.00:00 Exit K of Penshuichi Subway Station - Guomao Plaza - Zhonghua North Road13:46 Putuo Road - Catholic Guiyang North Church - Shaanxi Road19:34 Humen Lane - Yujia Lane25:52 Qianling East Road - Fushui North Road38:46 Yuantong Street - Shenfu North Street - Shenfu East Street - Wenming Road47:06 Wenbi Street - Dajue Jingshe - Diantai Street55:15 Wushengmen Site - Wenchang Pavilion - Zhongshan East Road - Wenchang South Road01:10:32 Xihu Road - Jiaxiu TowerGuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
KaiLi Sunday Fair, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-02-06 | KaiLi Sunday FairQianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSKaili City is located in the southeast of Guizhou Province, China, and is the capital of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture. As a gathering place for ethnic minorities such as the Miao and Dong ethnic groups, Kaili is famous for its rich ethnic culture and unique folk customs.Completely different from weekdays, the streets of Kaili old town on Sundays are full of stalls and people coming and going. The fair of the Sunday market in Kaili is mainly the old street. There are also people setting up stalls on both sides of the sidewalks in the old town's Dongmen Street, Ximen Street, Yingpan West Road, and Yingpan East Road. Every Sunday, some ethnic minorities around Kaili City will carry baskets and shoulder poles to the market to buy and sell some local specialties and handicrafts. The market usually lasts a whole day. Because Guizhou has many mountains, many ethnic minorities still live in the mountains. Every weekend, they take out the things they grow to sell. The products of the Kaili Sunday market are rich, good quality and cheap, and the vegetables and fruits are very fresh. Most of the people who come to the market are locals, and it is very lively.Kaili Old Street, located near first shopping mall in Kaili City, Guizhou Province, is not a single street, but consists of two main streets, Dongmen Street and Ximen Street, and several surrounding alleys. As the center of Kaili Old Town, it has a history of more than 600 years. There are a few red brick and blue tile buildings on the old street paved with bluestone slabs, and there are also traditional old shops such as second-hand shops, bamboo shops, silver shops, and ethnic clothing shops in the alleys.This video starts from the herb area of Xiaoshizi Yingpan East Road, passing through Xiaoshizi intersection, Shaoshan North Road, Dage Square, Ximen Street, Jinqiao Road, Yingpan West Road, Xiaoshizi underground passage, Kaili fist shopping mall, Shiban Road Old Street, Shuigoubian Lane, and finally arrives at Dongmen Street.00:00 Yingpan East Road (herbs, green plants, fruits and vegetables, snacks)20:46 Shaoshan North Road (fruits and vegetables, tobacco)29:05 Dage Square31:58 Ximen Street (agricultural ironware, Miao medicine, barbering, cockfighting, pets, etc.)52:35 Jinqiao Road56:35 Yingpan West Road (daily necessities, snacks)01:07:54 Xiaoshizi01:15:59 Kaili First Shopping Mall01:16:52 Shibanlu Old Street (bamboo weaving and other handicrafts)01:21:22 Shuigoubian Alley (ethnic costumes and materials)01:28:04 Dongmen StreetGuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of KaiLi Downtown, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-01-30 | Night Walk of KaiLi DowntownQianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSStarting from a alley of Kaili old Dongmen Street, passing through Wenhua North Road, Kaili Bus Station, Beijing East Road, Dashizi, Dashizi Underground Mall, Jiufang Tianjie Shopping Center, and finally arriving at Guomao Shopping Center. This route can show the difference between the old street and the new street, and also the livings of the local residents.I think Kaili is a city where traditional culture, ethnic culture and modern culture are integrated.00:00 Old Dongmen Street09:04 Wenhua North Road - Kaili Bus Station19:12 Beijing East Road - Dashizi28:57 Dashizi Underground Mall32:02 Jiufang Tianjie Shopping Center - Yongle Road - Guomao Shopping CenterGuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Kaili XiuLiTao Intangible Cultural Heritage Market, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-01-23 | XiuLiTao Intangible Cultural Heritage MarketKaiLi City, QianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSKaili Xiulitao Intangible Cultural Heritage Market is located in the Miao-Dong Customs Park in Kaili City, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. Since its opening in September 2023, it has become a beautiful business card for Kaili and even the entire Qiandongnan region. The market brings together many merchants from surrounding states and counties. It is open from Wednesday to Saturday every week, from 8 am to 5 pm, and some stalls are only open in the morning. The market is full of various intangible cultural heritage products such as embroidery, brocade, batik, silver jewelry, etc., covering new embroidery, old embroidery pieces, silver jewelry, batik, wood carvings, sachets, etc., all of which are intangible cultural heritage handicrafts with ethnic characteristics.Embroidery is mainly Miao embroidery, which is a long-standing handicraft art of the Miao people. It is the main decorative method of Miao costumes and a representative of Miao female culture. Miao girls have been learning embroidery from their mothers, sisters and sisters-in-law since they were four or five years old. When they are seven or eight years old, their embroidery can be inlaid on their own or other people's dresses.Miao embroidery emphasizes symmetrical beauty, substantial beauty and gorgeous beauty, and uses bold colors, bright red and green, which are bright and eye-catching. There are also many Miao embroidery techniques, among which the embroidery technique is also called the number of yarn embroidery, which is a unique skill of the Miao people. It does not take samples in advance, but uses the warp and weft of the cloth to embroider, and embroiders in reverse and forward to form various geometric patterns. Miao embroidery is not only diverse in form and exquisite in craftsmanship, but also shines with its rich cultural connotations. The Miao people, who have no written language, have geniusly used the painting function of Miao embroidery to depict primitive totems, record historical gods, reproduce customs and folk customs, and express spiritual yearning.In addition to Miao embroidery, there are also many batik products here. Batik is an ancient dyeing process that originated in southwest China. It has a long history and rich cultural connotations, especially among ethnic minorities such as the Miao and Buyi people. The ancestors of the Miao people mastered the characteristics of wax that can resist dyeing, and used insect wax and beeswax as raw materials for resisting dyeing. During the dyeing process, the part without wax will absorb the dye, while the part with wax will not be dyed, thus forming a sharp pattern contrast. Common batik patterns include geometric figures, animal and plant patterns, myths and legends, etc., reflecting the traditional culture and living customs of ethnic minorities. Batik is not only used to make clothing, but also widely used in daily necessities such as bed sheets, tablecloths, curtains, handkerchiefs, etc., with high practical value and ornamental value.In addition to Miao embroidery and batik clothing, such as coats and skirts, you can also buy belts, waistbands, cloud shoulders, earrings, bracelets and other accessories here. In addition to Miao embroidery, there are also bright cloth coats worn by the Dong people and various embroidery materials to choose from, such as: bright cloth + silk thread + gasket, etc.There are embroiderers on the scene who are setting up stalls while embroidering. The back of hand embroidery is usually not very flat, and the front is also bumpy. Machine embroidery will seal the back, and you can frame it yourself as a hanging painting or other decorations. The color and newness of old embroidery and new embroidery can be used as a reference, but as long as the color and craftsmanship of new embroidery are good enough, it is also worth collecting. The price of hand-embroidery varies greatly due to its size, difficulty of production and time required. If you are interested, you can take your time to choose. If you see something you like, remember to bargain.GuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of KaiLi DaShiZi Underground Street, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-01-16 | Night Walk of KaiLi DaShiZi Underground StreetKaiLi City, QianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSKaili City is the capital of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou Province, China. It is a city with Miao as the main population and multi-ethnic groups. I started from the snack street of Guomao Shopping Center on Yongle Road, passed Guomao Shopping Center, and entered the underground commercial street of Dashizi from the entrance of Beijing West Road.Dashizi Street is one of the most prosperous places in Kaili and can be called "the landmark of Kaili". The Dashizi Central Garden was built in the 1990s and consists of several sculptures and circular flower beds. In 2013, in order to facilitate transportation and relieve urban traffic pressure, the Kaili Municipal Government decided to demolish the Dashizi Central Garden. After the renovation of Dashizi, citizens can freely enter and exit the four main roads through the underground passages that extend in all directions. At the same time, an underground commercial street with rich business formats has been built under the main roads. The construction of the underground space has improved the comprehensive protection capacity of the city, realized the separation of people and vehicles, alleviated the parking pressure around Dashizi, and improved the urban traffic environment.At night, the night market street is crowded with people. Young people will come here to eat a few snacks to fill their stomachs, and then go shopping in several surrounding shopping centers. Shopping malls are generally where big brands gather. If you want to buy more daily and affordable daily necessities, such as clothing, shoes, bags, etc., the Grand Cross Underground Street is a better choice.GuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
LeiShan County Downtown Walk II, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-01-09 | LeiShan County Downtown Walk IIQianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSStarting from Leishan County National Culture Square, passing Zhongda Street, Tonggu Square, Xinxing Avenue, Tonggu Square Wind and Rain Bridge, Majiatun Road, Hebin Road (Food Street), Jiefang Road, Mugu Square, Danjiang Road, Yongle Road, Leiyu Street, Zhongjie Street (Miao Clothing Street), Leishan West Gate Centennial Street, and finally arriving at Leishan County Farmers Market. It was after the Guzang Festival, and many local residents on the road were dressed in costumes to participate in the festival activities.Leishan County is located in the southwest of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. It is one of the main gathering places of the Miao people after their major migrations. There are Miao, Han, Shui and other ethnic groups living here, among which the Miao people have the largest population. Leishan County is famous for its rich Miao culture and traditional customs, and is known as the "Miao History and Culture Textbook". The Miao architecture, costumes, customs, songs and dances, musical instruments, and crafts here retain the traditional cultural style.00:00 Leishan County National Culture Square02:30 Zhongda Street09:22 Tonggu Square12:44 Xinxing Avenue13:36 Tonggu Square Wind and Rain Bridge17:50 Majiatun Road30:35 Hebin Road (Food Street) - Jiefang Road33:40 Mugu Square41:56 Danjiang Road - Yongle Road47:06 Leiyu Street-Zhongjie (Miao Clothing Street)-Jiefang Road54:03 Jiefang Road56:46 Leishan West Gate Centennial Street01:02:40 Jiefang Road - Leishan County Farmers' MarketGuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
2023 LeiShan GuZang Festival Parade, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2025-01-02 | LeiShan GuZang Festival ParadeQianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHDThank you for your support and Happy New Year! In 2025, I will continue to update my travel log and show you the scenes, culture and food of different places. By chao :)The Guzang Festival, held every thirteen years, is one of the most important festivals of the Miao people. This festival is not only a national intangible cultural heritage, but also the largest, most solemn and longest festival of the Miao people. Because the starting and ending years of the Guzang Festival in Miao villages distributed in different regions and branches are different, each Guzang Festival will last for three years, each spanning more than one month. It includes the links of welcoming guests, worshiping ancestors, dancing drums, and sending drums. During this period, folk activities such as twelve gate-blocking wine, dancing reed pipes, and young men and women asking for flower belts will be carried out.Leishan County is located in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. It is a multi-ethnic county with the Miao people as the main body. The Leishan Miao people mainly have branches such as long skirt Miao, medium skirt Miao, and short skirt Miao. The clothing and headdresses of different branches are also very different. The patterns and decorations on the clothes often have specific cultural and historical significance.The Guzang Festival in Leishan County in 2023 was held from November 11 to December 25, including a parade of 10,000 people showing intangible cultural heritage, a 10,000-person Lusheng meeting, 10,000 aunts returning to their parents' homes, 10,000 families welcoming 10,000 guests, and a 10,000-person bullfighting competition. Among them, the 10,000-person intangible cultural heritage parade is one of the most spectacular activities of the festival. According to official statistics, the parade team is composed of Miao compatriots from various towns and villages in Leishan County and ethnic compatriots from all over the country, with a total of more than 40 formations and nearly 10,000 people participating. The parade team set out from the playground of Leishan No. 1 Middle School and paraded along the street to the venue of the ethnic song and dance performance, attracting many people and tourists to stop and watch. The parade formations include the Yangasha formation, the holiday gift formation, the brother ethnic formation, the Internet celebrity formation, and the formations of various villages and schools. Each formation is composed of Lusheng playing and ethnic costumes display.Lusheng is a reed instrument of many ethnic minorities in southwest China, including the Miao, Yao, and Dong. Different regions and ethnic branches have different types of Lusheng. Many Lushengs of different heights, angles, and shapes were displayed and played during the tour.Miao silver jewelry is the most prominent part of Miao decoration, famous for its exquisite craftsmanship and unique cultural symbols. Silver jewelry is not only a decoration, but also contains the meaning of warding off evil and welcoming good fortune, and is also a symbol of wealth for the Miao people. Especially during the New Year or weddings, the Miao village becomes a world of silver. Miao embroidery is an indispensable decorative element in Miao costumes. The patterns are mostly based on natural objects such as flowers, birds, fish, insects, and dragons, symbolizing respect and worship for ancestors, as well as understanding of nature, the universe, and the origin of life. Miao embroidery is good at using strong contrasting colors, pursuing rich, heavy, and gorgeous colors.GuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
LeiShan County Downtown Walk, GuiZhou, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-12-26 | LeiShan County Downtown WalkQianDongNan, GuiZhou, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSStarting from Leishan County Farmers' Market, passing Jiefang Road, Leiyu Street, Mugu Square, Danjiang Road, Hebin Road, Xinxing Avenue, Tonggu Square, and finally arriving at Leishan County National Culture Square. It was before the Guzang Festival, and some local residents on the road were dressed in costumes to rehearse for the festival activities.Leishan County is located in the southwest of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. It is one of the main gathering places of the Miao people after their major migrations. There are Miao, Han, Shui and other ethnic groups living here, among which the Miao people have the largest population. Leishan County is famous for its rich Miao culture and traditional customs, and is known as the "Miao History and Culture Textbook". The Miao architecture, costumes, customs, songs and dances, musical instruments, and crafts here retain the traditional cultural style.00:00 Leishan County Farmers' Market03:46 Jiefang Road12:48 Leiyu Street17:20 Mugu Square25:40 Danjiang Road29:37 Hebin Road (Food Street)33:52 Jiefang Road38:11 Xinxing Avenue47:11 Tonggu Square50:25 Leishan County National Culture SquareGuiZhou, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国贵州 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
ChangSha SiFangPing Night Market, HuNan, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-12-19 | SiFangPing Night MarketKaiFu District, ChangSha, HuNan, China2023 December4K UHD 60FPSChangsha Sifangping Night Market, located in Sifangping, Kaifu District, Changsha, mainly serves the surrounding residential and commercial areas. Later, because more people came, it spread on the Internet, and many tourists came. It is one of the popular night markets in Changsha. There are permanent shops around the night market, which are open during the day. At night, the night market street is full of various snack stalls, not all of which are local snacks in Hunan, but also some snacks from other regions.Hunan local specialties include: Xiaoji Teppanyaki/Fried, Sanhua Ningxiang Orchid Dried Fruit, Sichuan and Hunan Spicy Hot Pot, Luohe's Braised Food, Tang's Chicken Feet, Jifeng's Fried and Braised Food, Xiangxi Girl Pickles, etc.Hunan flavors are spicy, salty, and heavy. Friends who can't eat spicy food and want less salt should tell the store in advance.Other popular delicacies include: Li Ji Indian flying cakes, American fried pork ribs, sweet potato strips with sweet plum, Shanghai crispy baby chicken, cheese durian cake, plum cake, and cheese shredded corn.HuNan, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国湖南 - 超思旅行日志Chao's Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ChaoZhou Ancient City, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-12-12 | ChaoZhou Ancient CityGuangDong, China2023 December4K UHD 60FPSChaozhou Ancient CityGuangdong, ChinaDecember 20234K UHD 60FPSChaozhou Ancient City, located in Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province, has a history of more than 1,600 years. It is located in the middle and lower reaches of the Hanjiang River and is a port city on the eastern coast of Guangdong Province. Chaozhou Ancient City is famous for its unique Chaoshan culture, rich historical relics and exquisite ancient buildings. It covers an area of about 3 square kilometers and has a complete pattern. It has more than 720 streets and alleys with exquisite directions and orderly vertical and horizontal directions, and a large number of ancient residential buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.The most attractive thing in Chaozhou Ancient City is the Archway Street, which is mainly located on Taiping Road in the ancient city. This is a street in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. At present, 22 archways established for successive Jinshi champions are preserved, connecting 51 arcade streets, and two are located on Dongmen Street. Now there are various specialty snacks and handicrafts shops on both sides of the street, which can be strolled slowly.The ancient residential buildings in Chaozhou Old City are located in the Nanmen Shixiang, Xu Fuma Mansion and Jiuximen Street historical districts of Chaozhou Old City, covering an area of about 1.8 square kilometers and including 14 ancient residential buildings. These buildings are mainly distributed in Gucuoxiang, Zhengcuoxiang, Jiadixiang and Xingningxiang, representing the architectural remains of the Ming Dynasty, Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, and are a model of Chaozhou residential buildings.Among them, Jiadi Lane was the rich area of Chaozhou Old City in ancient times. The alley is not long, but it condenses the essence of Chaozhou ancient residential buildings. It can be called an open museum of Ming and Qing Dynasty houses, which is worth a visit! In Chaozhou Old City, you can see the inlaid porcelain decoration on the roof everywhere. This craft is an architectural decoration art made by inlaying cut porcelain pieces of different sizes and colors. It is mainly decorated in temples, ancestral halls, roof ridges, corners, gatehouses, murals and other places. It is colorful and vivid. It has the characteristics of not fading under wind, rain and scorching sun. It is known as "eternally bright art".Chaozhou Kaiyuan Temple is located in Ganlufang, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. In the 26th year of Kaiyuan in the Tang Dynasty (738), the emperor ordered the country to select ten prefectures and counties to build large temples, named "Kaiyuan", and Chaozhou Kaiyuan Temple was one of them. After it was rebuilt for generations, as the oldest temple in Chaozhou, the entire temple not only retains the layout of the Tang Dynasty, but also condenses the architectural art essence of the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. It is one of the four existing Kaiyuan ancient temples in China. The various buildings in Kaiyuan Temple form a huge quadrangle-style building complex with a total area of 11,031 square meters. Currently, there is no ticket or reservation required for visiting. The opening hours are 08:30-17:00 (admission ends at 16:30).00:00 Intro and Kaiyuan Temple12:15 Guangji Gate Tower17:58 Pancuo Lane21:30 Jiadi Lane31:46 Zhuanting Lane35:54 Shipai LaneGuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao's Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of ChaoZhou LongHu Ancient Village ,GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-12-05 | LongHu Ancient VillageChaoAn County, ChaoZhou, GuangDong, China2023 December4K UHD 60FPSLonghu Ancient Village is located in Longhu Town, Chao'an County, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. It was once selected as one of the top ten most beautiful ancient villages in Guangdong. It is about 10km away from the city, and it takes 20-30 minutes by taxi. There are buses to go there,but the interval is long. You can also drive there. There is a parking lot. No tickets are required.Longhu Ancient Village is located in the lower reaches of Hanjiang River. It was built in the Southern Song Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,000 years. In the Ming Dynasty, in order to defend against Japanese pirates, a settlement pattern of "three streets and six lanes" was built. And because of its special geographical location and the Hanjiang waterway next to it, it was a distribution center for materials in Chaozhou before the Ming Dynasty. Later, due to the rise of Shantou Port, Longhu Ancient Village began to decline. However, according to the traditional customs of Chaoshan, the ancestral house cannot be demolished and modified at will, so the entire ancient residential area has been preserved intact, and more than 100 ancient buildings are preserved here.The north gate of the ancient village is a small gatehouse. Passing through the gate is the main street of the ancient village, which is about 1.2 kilometers long. On both sides of the street are shops selling Chaozhou local snacks, tea drinks, and specialties. The further you go inside, the fewer people there are and the more traces of the ancient village there are. And some houses here are still inhabited.There are more than 100 clan ancestral halls, official residences, and mansions of merchants and wealthy gentry in the village. Among them, the more famous ones are "Fang Bodi", "Jinshidi", "Tanhuafu", "Xiuyidi", "Xu's Ancestral Hall", "Longhu Academy", "Tianhou Palace", etc. Among them is the only female ancestral hall in Chaozhou - Apo Temple, which was built by Huang Zuoyu, a wealthy businessman in Longhu Village at that time, for his biological mother Zhou. These ancient buildings are a collection of the essence of Chaozhou folk crafts such as wood carving, stone carving, shell carving, inlaid porcelain, painted, and shell plaster sculpture. The porch facades of each residence are heavily decorated, and the door hairpins, door plaques, couplets, and side walls are mostly painted with folk paintings; the door frames, pillars, column bases, railings, steps, etc. are all made of stone carvings, and stone drums, auspicious beasts, lions, etc. are particularly popular. It can be called a "mansion cultural museum", which reflects the different architectural styles of the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.In addition to the main streets, many old houses and buildings can also be seen in the alleys. Compared with the strong commercial atmosphere of many ancient villages, the history and simplicity of this ancient village can leave a better impression.GuangDong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao's Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walking Tour of ChaoZhou Ancient City, GuangDong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-28 | Night Walk of ChaoZhou Ancient CityGuangDong, China2023 December4K UHD 60FPSStarting from the Guangji Gate Tower of Chaozhou Ancient City, passing through several ancient city alleys, walking through the Archway Street, and finally arriving at the Nanmen Ancient Night Market.Chaozhou Ancient City, located in Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province, has a history of more than 1,600 years. It is located in the middle and lower reaches of the Hanjiang River and is a port city on the eastern coast of Guangdong Province. Chaozhou Ancient City is famous for its unique Chaoshan culture, rich historical relics and exquisite ancient buildings. It covers an area of about 3 square kilometers and has a complete pattern. It has more than 720 streets and alleys with exquisite directions and orderly vertical and horizontal directions, and a large number of ancient residential buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.The most attractive thing in Chaozhou Ancient City is the Archway Street, which is mainly located on Taiping Road in the ancient city. This is a street from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. At present, 22 archways established for successive Jinshi champions are preserved, connecting 51 arcade streets, and two are located on Dongmen Street. Now there are various specialty snacks and handicrafts shops on both sides of the street, which can be strolled slowly.Guangji Bridge is known as the world's first stone bridge with opening and closing style. It was built in the seventh year of Qiandao period of the Song Dynasty (1171 AD). It is known as one of the "Four Ancient Bridges in China" together with Zhaozhou Bridge, Luoyang Bridge and Lugou Bridge.In ancient times, the post road passing through Chaozhou was an important passage from the southeast coast to Fujian, Zhejiang, Beijing and Tianjin. However, the Han River, which runs through the city, once blocked this important transportation artery. How to turn the natural barrier into a thoroughfare has been the expectation of the people of Chaozhou since ancient times. In 1171, Zeng Wang, the prefect of Chaozhou in the Southern Song Dynasty, proposed to build boats as beams, build a floating bridge with 86 boats, and build a large stone pier with a length and width of five meters in the middle of the river to fix the floating bridge, thus opening the curtain of the construction of Guangji Bridge.The bridge was built during the day and dismantled at night. It has been opened and closed for thousands of years. In front of the bridge is the gate of Guangji Tower. You can climb the tower to see the night view of Hanjiang River, Guangji Bridge and the ancient city.There is a light show on Guangji Bridge every night at 8 o'clock. There is an additional light show at 21:30 on weekends, which can be watched near Guangji Bridge.Guangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao's Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Shantou Longyan South Food Street, Guangdong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-21 | Longyan South Food StreetJinping, Shantou, Guangdong, China2023 December4K UHD 60FPSLongyan South Food Street is located on Longyan Road, Jinping District, Shantou City. There are nearly 100 food stores. You can taste various Chaoshan delicacies here, such as almond tea, rice rolls, sweet soup, roast meat, herbal tea, beef balls and various cakes. Some of them are old shops that have been open for decades. Longyan South Food Street is in the center of Shantou City, with convenient transportation. Many tourists will come here to taste local delicacies, and some shops still need to queue up. Because there are many choices. You can take a look before deciding.Guangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walking Tour of Shantou Small Park, Guangdong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-14 | Shantou Small ParkJinping, Shantou, Guangdong, China2023 DecemberShantou Xiaogongyuan generally refers to the Shantou Xiaogongyuan opening port area, which is a historical and cultural block in Guangdong Province. It is located at the intersection of Guoping Road, Shengping Road and Anping Road in Jinping District, Shantou City, Guangdong Province, with a total area of 73.53 hectares. With the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion as the center, the arcade old streets are circular and radial, forming an urban block.Most of this block was invested and built by overseas Chinese who "went to Southeast Asia" in the early years. It gathers historical buildings such as government offices, foreign consulates, apartments and private residences, industrial chambers of commerce, cinemas and restaurants in the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, integrating traditional Chaoshan architecture, arcade street house architecture, and important modern and contemporary historical sites, becoming the core landmark and cultural symbol of the old city of Shantou.The main attractions include: Zhongshan Memorial Pavilion, Nansheng Department Store, Chaozhou Film Celebrity Museum, Tianhou Temple, Lao Ma Palace Stage, Guanyin Temple, Overseas Chinese Remittance Museum, Qing Post Office Site, Port Opening Culture Exhibition Hall, etc. Friends who like old buildings will like this place very much. You can take pictures and visit. If you are tired, you can also go to Zhenbang Food Street to taste local snacks.The arcades in the small park are the crystallization of the eclecticism of Western architectural style, Nanyang culture and Chaoshan traditional architectural culture. Basically, they use Rococo or Baroque architectural styles. The biggest feature of the arcades in Shantou Xiaogongyuan is that the window grilles of each arcade are different. Even if the window grilles on each floor of the same building are different, even if the window grilles on the same floor seem to be the same, the patterns are also different. The window grilles of the arcades in the small park are varied, and the column styles are also very distinctive. There are Ionic columns, mixed columns of Ionic and Corinthian, and Doric columns.We also saw Yingge dance performance on the day of our trip, I will show in future video.Guangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Walking Tour of Jieyang Rongcheng Old Town, Guangdong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-11 | Rongcheng Old TownJieyang, Guangdong, China2023 DecemberStarting from Jinxian Gate in the old city of Rongcheng, after visited the Jinxian Gate Tower, we passed through Sixian Road and Xuegong Square then arrived at the Arcade Street of Zhongshan Road. We visited the Arcade Street and a small alley in the block.Jieyang City is a prefecture-level city in the Chaoshan area of Guangdong, China, and is one of the historical and cultural cities in Guangdong Province. Jieyang City has a population of about 5 million, basically all of whom are Han, with a very small number of ethnic minorities. The local language is mainly Minnan dialect Chaozhou dialect, and there are also some Hakka dialects.Zhongshan Road in Rongcheng District, Jieyang City, runs north-south and is 705 meters long. It was called Xuanhua Street in the 44th year of Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty, and was called Dajie in the 14th year of Guangxu. It was renamed Zhongshan Road in the 15th year of the Republic of China. The reason why Zhongshan Road in Rongcheng is famous is, on the one hand, because of the arcade buildings, and on the other hand, because there were more than 20 ancient archways built on this section of the road, although none of them stand now.00:00 Jinxian Gate - Jinxian Gate Tower03:00 Sixian Road - Xuegong Square15:29 Zhongshan Road Qilou Old StreetGuangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Jieyang Old City Walk, Guangdong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-07 | Jieyang City WalkGuangdong, China2023 DecemberStarting from the Catholic Church on Tianfu Road in Jieyang City, we passed through several blocks in the old city of Rongcheng District, visited the Jieyang Academy, and the Qingshi Cultural Tourism Scenic Area, and finally arrived at the arcade street of Jieyang Old City. The ancestral hall culture in the Chaoshan area is an important part of the folk culture of this area, especially in the streets and alleys of the old city.Jieyang City is a prefecture-level city in the Chaoshan area of Guangdong, China, and is one of the historical and cultural cities in Guangdong Province. Jieyang City has a population of over 5 million, basically all of whom are Han, with a very small number of ethnic minorities. The local language is mainly Minnan Chaozhou dialect, and there are also some Hakka dialects.Jieyang Academy, also known as Jieyang Confucius Temple, has an existing building group consisting of 21 single buildings, covering an area of about 16,000 square meters. It is the largest, most complete and best-preserved historical building group of its kind in Lingnan. It is a historical and cultural landmark of the ancient city of Jieyang, with the style of ancient buildings in the Ming and Qing Dynasties and distinctive Chaoshan ancient architectural characteristics. In Jieyang, people are accustomed to calling the Confucius Temple the Academy because it was a place for reading in ancient times.The Qingshi Cultural Tourism Scenic Area is located at Nanjiao Bridge, South Gate, Wangjiang North Road, Rongcheng District, Jieyang City. It is also the birthplace of the Qingshi, a national intangible cultural heritage of Jieyang City. Rongcheng Dance "Qingshi" has a history of more than 300 years and is a unique cultural treasure of Jieyang.00:00 Catholic Church (Tianfu Road, St. Michael Church)05:17 Tianfu Road07:56 Guandi Temple-Tianfu Road14:50 East Ring Road-Pomenlou Zheng-Jinxian Gate-Sixian Road25:47 Jieyang Xuegong (Jieyang Confucius Temple)52:30 City God Temple-Thunder God Temple58:04 Guanyinzi Street-Caiwang Ancient Temple-Dongmenzhi Street01:09:49 Wangjiang North Road-Qingshi Cultural Tourism Scenic Area01:25:37 Jieyang Ancient City Qilou StreetGuangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Jieyang Luqian Night Market, Guangdong, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-11-04 | Jieyang Luqian Night MarketGuangdong, China2023 DecemberLuqian Night Market is located on Luqian Road, Rongcheng District, Jieyang City. It opens after 6pm every day, and some stalls are open until 3 or 4am. Luqian Night Market is a well-known local night market, and is called "Mistress Street" by locals.The stalls of Luqian Night Market are mainly concentrated on Luqian Road and Hongde Road. There are about 150 stalls, where you can taste a variety of snacks.Guangdong, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国广东 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Jinhua Wuzhou Ancient City, Zhejiang, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-10-31 | Jinhua Wuzhou Ancient City, located in Wucheng District, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, is the core area of Jinhua National Historical and Cultural City and a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. The ancient city was built in the late Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. Its inner city, also known as the ancient city, was built in the late Tang Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,100 years. Historically, it was a gathering place for government offices, supervisory offices, examination halls, and Confucian temples. It was the political, cultural, and military center of ancient Wuzhou.Main attractions:Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Shiwang Mansion: The original site was the seat of Wuzhou Prefecture during the Tang and Song Dynasties. It was once the military command post of Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Shiwang Li Shixian in Zhejiang. It is the most complete, largest, and most mural-filled Taiping Heavenly Kingdom building in the country.Wanfo Pagoda: It is the tallest building in the ancient city and a landmark building in Wuzhou Ancient City. First built in the Northern Song Dynasty, it is a nine-story octagonal pavilion-style brick and wood structure. There is an underground palace cultural relic exhibition inside, and there are Buddha statues on each floor. Because each brick on the outer wall of the tower is carved with different exquisite Buddha statues, there are tens of thousands of them, so it was called the Wanfo Pagoda in ancient times. The Wanfo Pagoda is known as the No. 1 Pagoda in Zhejiang. Visitors can climb to the top of the tower to overlook the Jinhua city at 360°. There are Chisongmen city wall ruins under the Wanfo Pagoda, and visitors can climb the Chisongmen city tower for free.Bayong Road: The main east-west street, mostly with antique Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings on both sides, Bayong Tower, Baoning Gate, etc. are concentrated here.Bayong Tower: It is famous for the "Bayong Tower" by Li Qingzhao, a female poet in the Song Dynasty. It is one of the four famous Ming towers in Jiangnan, along with the Yellow Crane Tower, Yueyang Tower, and Tengwang Pavilion.Jinhua Prefecture Confucian Temple: According to research, it has a history of a thousand years and is a landmark building in the history of education in Jinhua. Historically, the Confucian Temple and the Xue Palace were combined. It was a place to worship Confucius and a government-run school. The rebuilt Jinhua Confucian Temple has become an important place to continue the millennium cultural heritage of Jinhua, and an important window for people to understand the history and culture of Jinhua.Bayong Park: Free and open, also known as Wuzhou Park, with a classical garden layout, beautiful scenery of ginkgo, metasequoia and maple leaves. There are cycling paths and walking paths inside, which are suitable for aerobic exercise after meals. Next to it is Dongyang River, across the river from Wu Opera House, connected by a rainbow bridge, and you can walk over.The ancient city still preserves the historical streets and alleys such as Bayong Road, Jiufang Lane, Gulouli, and Xichun Lane, maintaining the original street scale, spatial form and traditional street style in history. After the renovation, the ancient city integrates watching, playing, eating and strolling. The "one street and six museums" in the ancient city (Jinhua Specialty Cake Street, Ham Museum, Shortbread Museum, Jinhua Tavern, Daoqing Museum, Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum, Wu Opera Museum), etc., allow tourists to deeply experience Jinhua's traditional culture and food. When the lights are on at night, the night view is also worth seeing.00:00 Wanfo Pagoda Park09:05 Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Shiwang Mansion19:28 Xichun Lane28:05 Baoning Gate - Bayong Road38:18 Jiufang Lane45:09 City Wall Ruins Park52:45 Shuimen Lane56:07 Bayong TowerZhejiang, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国浙江 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Dongyang China Woodcarvings City, Zhejiang, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-10-28 | Dongyang China Woodcarvings CityZhejiang, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSDongyang China Woodcarving City, located in Dongyang City, Zhejiang Province, the world's woodcarving capital, is the largest domestic distribution center for wooden handicrafts and woodcarving (rosewood) furniture, integrating retail, wholesale, tourism and leisure.Dongyang woodcarving has gone through more than a thousand years since the Tang Dynasty. It is mainly flat relief, and combines multi-level relief, scattered perspective composition and other techniques to form its own distinctive carving art characteristics. It is widely used in palaces, temples, gardens, residences and other architectural decorations, and is one of the most outstanding folk crafts of the Chinese nation. As an important display window and sales platform for Dongyang woodcarving industry, Dongyang China Woodcarving City plays an important role in inheriting and promoting Dongyang woodcarving culture.Dongyang China Woodcarving City includes Phase I and Phase II. Phase I covers an area of 210 mu and a market area of 410,000 square meters. It includes thousands of well-known manufacturers including the "Four Famous Carvings" in China (Dongyang Woodcarving, Fujian Longan Woodcarving, Yueqing Boxwood Carving, Guangdong Gold Lacquer Woodcarving). The products include tens of thousands of advantageous products such as woodcarving, root carving, woodcarving (rosewood) furniture, antique doors and windows, bamboo weaving, bamboo carving, wood and bamboo craft tourist souvenirs and wood and bamboo craft gifts. The total construction area of Phase II of Dongyang China Woodcarving City is nearly 900,000 square meters, including 26,000 square meters of China Woodcarving Museum, 39,000 square meters of International Convention and Exhibition Center, and more than 400,000 square meters of Trading Center.The first phase of Dongyang China Woodcarving City has the following floor layouts:1F National characteristic woodcarving crafts, woodcarving (rosewood) furniture, bamboo craft tourist souvenirs, bamboo craft gifts business area;2F Woodcarving (rosewood) furniture business area;3F Woodcarving, root carving, antique doors and windows, floor-standing screens, Buddha statues and other wooden crafts business area;4F H area has a master crafts boutique area, providing a platform for appreciation, trading and collection for high-end customers.At present, the China Woodcarving Museum is open to the public for free. It has basic introductions and works on display from the history, schools, traditional components, carving techniques, etc. of woodcarving, which is also worth seeing.00:00 Intro00:52 1F16:54 2F23:00 3F27:09 4F and G, H areas41:06 Visiting a woodcarving shopZhejiang, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国浙江 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Dream Bund of Hengdian World Studios, Dongyang, Zhejiang, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-10-24 | Dream Bund of Hengdian World StudiosDongyang, Zhejiang, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSHengdian World Studios is located in Hengdian Town, Dongyang City, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, covering a total area of more than 50,000 mu (some say more than 30 square kilometers). It has become the world's largest film and television shooting base and China's only "national film and television industry experimental zone". It is called "China's Hollywood" by the American magazine "Hollywood".Hengdian Film and Television City is mainly composed of the following nine sub-scenic spots:1. Along the River During the Qingming Festival2. Palaces of Ming and Qing Dynasties3. Palace of the King of Qin4. Guangzhou Hong Kong Street5. Spring Garden and Summer Garden of Yuanmingyuan6. Dream Bund7. Dream Valley8. Dream Spring Valley9. Pingyan Cave MansionHengdian Film and Television City Dream Bund is one of the scenic spots of Hengdian Film and Television City. It is located on the west side of Dudu North Street, Hengdian Town, Dongyang City, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province (or specifically No. 233 Dudu North Street). The scenic spot covers a total area of 500 acres, with a total construction area of nearly 400,000 square meters and a total investment of about 3.5 billion yuan. It is based on the old Shanghai from the 1920s to the 1940s. It is a comprehensive tourist attraction that integrates film and television shooting, tourism and leisure, resort hotels, and cultural experience.Features and attractions of the Dream Bund scenic area in Hengdian Film and Television City:Restoration of historical buildings: Dream Bund has restored 34 outstanding historical buildings in Shanghai along the Bund and Suzhou River, including the Peace Hotel, HSBC, Customs House, Jardine Matheson and other Bund historical buildings. In addition, 8 streets of old Shanghai, including Nanjing Road, Zhongshan East Road, Xizang Middle Road, Sichuan Road, as well as a number of old Shanghai blocks and buildings, including Shikumen, Nanjing Road, Old Shanghai Railway Station, Waibaidu Bridge, Shanghai World, and Cathay Grand Theater, have been rebuilt.Maritime Foreign Goods MuseumOld Shanghai Theme Cultural and Creative SpaceIntangible Cultural Heritage Theme Block: Dream Bund has also planned and built the Linglong Street Intangible Cultural Heritage Theme Block, which is themed on "exquisite women" life and features intangible cultural heritage cultural and creative products in central Zhejiang, providing tourists with an immersive cultural experience.Jinhua Ship: A retired warship docked on the bank of Nanjiang River, with the ship number 534, is a missile frigate independently produced by China. The cabin has many cabins with different functions, such as the combat command room, soldier cabin, ammunition cabin, honor room, etc. It has now become a naval museum for patriotic education.Tourism Experience and ActivitiesTram Tour: Visitors can take a tram full of age, shuttle through the streets and alleys of old Shanghai, feel the gunfire between Shanghai gangs, and enjoy the retro buildings and street scenes along the way.Performing Arts Performance: There are many performance venues in Dream Bund, such as the Paris Grand Theater, which stage wonderful performing arts programs such as "Broadway Dance". These programs show the prosperity and characteristics of the old Shanghai song and dance entertainment industry through gorgeous song and dance shows and large-scale water dance shows.Parent-child entertainment: Mengxiang Studio is an indoor parent-child film and television theme park, providing an immersive children's film and television career experience. Fantasy Park is a large outdoor parent-child park with three theme amusement areas: climbing, playing in the water, and playing in the sand, as well as amusement facilities such as power trains, happy swings, cool karts, and fantasy carousels.Opening hours and ticketsOpening hours: 13:00-21:00 on weekdays (ticket checking stops at 20:30); holidays (New Year's Day, Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, National Day) are 10:00-21:00 (ticket checking stops at 20:30).Ticket price: The ticket price starts at 99 yuan, and the specific price may vary due to factors such as seasons and activities.Zhejiang, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国浙江 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
Night Walk of Hengdian Town, Dongyang, Zhejiang, China Chaos Travel Log 超思旅行日志 2024-10-21 | Night Walk of Hengdian TownDongyang, Zhejiang, China2023 November4K UHD 60FPSHengdian Town is a town under the jurisdiction of Dongyang City, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, China. Hengdian Town has 10 communities and 17 villages, with a registered population of about 94,000, a migrant population of about 136,000, and a total population of about 230,000.Hengdian Town is China's largest magnetic material production base, with Hengdian Group as its representative enterprise. At the same time, Hengdian World Studios, which Hengdian Group has invested heavily in for many years, has also become one of China's largest film and television bases, bringing huge tourism income to Hengdian. It is known as China's Magnetic Capital and China's Hollywood.00:00 Wansheng South Street07:54 Wansheng Impression Pedestrian Street15:44 Huating Haowang Night MarketZhejiang, China - Chao's Travel Log / 中国浙江 - 超思旅行日志Chao' Studio 超思工作室 / Contact: chao@chaostu.cc
