Photographer's Journey: Capturing Tianjin's Vibrant Spring Festival
Ancient Culture Street
Nestled along the west bank of the Haihe River in the northeast corner of Nankai District, Ancient Culture Street is a 5A-rated tourist attraction and one of Tianjin's ten most scenic spots.
Opened in 1986, it's home to over a hundred shops, featuring Tianjin's time-honored brands and a showcase of traditional crafts. During holidays, especially during the Spring Festival, the street is abuzz with activity and good cheer.
1-The Ancient Cultural Street in Tianjin gathers guests from all over during festivals
2-The festive atmosphere is enhanced by the colorful lanterns and decorations.
3-In Tianjin, enjoying a pancake is as essential as having Peking Duck in Beijing. It's a must-try
4-Tianjin's signature tea soup pairs well with any staple food
5-Dozens of local specialties: dough figurines, sugar-blowing art, kite-making, and more
6-Bundle of balloons
Wu Weiping (Instagram @wp_bridges_hunter)
Wu Weiping, co-photographer of Fantastic China:
20 years, 400,000+ kilometers, 100,000 photos... for capturing the remnants of ancient Chinese Covered Bridges.