[Daka China 2024] Foreign Internet Influencers Fully Experience Modern "Trend" of Ancient Capital, Zhengzhou

On November 7, internet influencers from countries including Germany, Malaysia, Mexico, Romania, South Korea, and Russia, together with the anchors of Studio Krteček from China Media Group, visited the East Wall Museum of Zhengzhou Shang Capital. They immersed themselves in the splendor of the early Shang civilization. Moreover, they strolled through the Zhengzhou Shangdu National Archaeological Site Park and along the city walls to witness its new look. Furthermore, they visited the newly upgraded Fuminli old street, savored delicacies and listened to folk songs on Shuncheng Street to experience the vibrant energy of the city.

 

Internet influencers talk with "King Tang of the Shang Dynasty"

 

"Could you tell us about the history of this city?" "Introduce the Shang Dynasty to us." At the East Wall Museum of Zhengzhou Shang Capital, internet influencers Yang Hongyi and Lee Enxin engaged in a conversation with "King Tang of the Shang Dynasty".

"King Tang of the Shang Dynasty" is a three-dimensional holographic virtual figure created by cutting-edge digital technology. The projection above the ancient city walls visually recreated the historical evolution and urban layout of Zhengzhou for the internet influencers by presenting the strata of the "layered cities".

 

Internet influencers stroll through the Zhengzhou Shangdu National Archaeological Site Park

 

Passing through the Zhengzhou Shangdu National Archaeological Site Park and along the ancient city walls, the group of internet celebrities arrived at the Zhengzhou Shangdu Cultural Center. In the exhibition area themed "The Living Environment of the Shang People", they felt like being in a primeval forest and surrounded by wild animals. At the Archaeological Exploration Center, they learned about the lifestyle of the people from the Shang Dynasty and how archaeologists explore the truths of history. They also experienced restored archaeological scenes using digital technologies such as projection and VR.

 

Internet influencers experience on-site

 

In Fuminli, a quaint red building immediately caught the attention of internet influencers. The Fuminli covers an area of 61.3 mu, and has been reinforced through risk removal and restoration efforts while preserving its original charm, serving as a microcosm of Zhengzhou's urban development. The new economies, new business formats, and a refreshed neighborhood style have been introduced for this project through urban organic renewal, attracting the younger generation to return to the Fuminli.

 

Internet influencers visit the Fuminli

As dusk settles, Shuncheng Street comes alive. Walking along the street, internet celebrities tried various delicacies such as Yuanxiao (sweet rice balls), beef and mutton meatballs, and soup-filled dumplings, and all of them felt these foods were so "Delicious!" and "Zhong!" (Amazing). In addition to time-honored brands, there are also modern types of dining food, blending tradition with trend, allowing visitors to experience the "trendy" Zhengzhou. Featured with a lively youthful culture, the live performances of folk songs in a locomotive attracted the internet influencers, who joined in and reveled in the joy of a street concert.

 

Live show of folk songs in a locomotive

 

Internet influencers visit the East Wall Museum of Zhengzhou Shang Capital

 

Internet influencers learn about the former appearance of the Fuminli

 

Internet influencers experience the local cuisine