2025 Panyu District·Shiqiao Random Shots

In the afternoon of January 2025, the sunlight penetrated into Shiqiao Street in Panyu District of Guangzhou as gently as a thread, covering this ancient yet modern land with a layer of light golden gauze. On the streets, quaint and elegant arcades and modern and fashionable shops are scattered around in an orderly manner, as if a dialogue between two eras is quietly taking place here. The traces of time are clearly visible between the colonnades of the arcades. Every blue brick and every carved wooden pillar tells stories of the past; while modern shops display the latest fashion items with glass windows and neon lights, attracting the attention of passers-by. The sunshine shines on people, dispelling the winter chill and making people feel comfortable and cozy. Occasionally, a breeze blows, and the leaves on the street sway gently, making a rustling sound, adding a bit of vividness and vitality to this unique urban picture. Such a scene is the unique charm of Shiqiao Street - tradition and modernity blend and coexist here, jointly composing a brilliant movement belonging to this city.