Gathering a few close friends and embarking on a delightful stroll (闲逛) through the city streets has become a favored activity among young people in China.
Referred to citywalk, this trend involves leisurely wandering around urban areas on foot. Participants follow unique and urban routes, immersing (使沉浸于) (they) in the atmosphere, discovering historic buildings and exploring authentic local snacks.
Citywalk can be a (guide) tour for small groups or a relaxed stroll for individuals, with the common goal of steering clear of (避开) popular tourist spots and large crowds, ensuring more inclusive experience of the visited places. Across various Chinese social media platforms, Citywalk hashtags and keywords have become (significant) popular as more individuals seek to share their experiences and thoughts online.
(originate) in prominent cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the citywalk phenomenon has begun to spread to second- and third-tier cities in China, inspiring greater (participate) among both attendees and event organizers. Some organizers even invite folk culture enthusiasts and researchers to act as tour guides. Citywalk not only fosters a deeper connection between young individuals and the city but also offers a new social landscape like-minded people can easily make friends.
In the past months, in certain regions like Beijing and Shandong Province, citywalk (combine) with cultural tourism and leisure tour initiatives. Shanghai has launched citywalk routes that utilize public bus transportation, enabling day-trippers (reach) far-flung districts easily and continue their exploration on foot.
