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In August, the KAWS:HOLIDAY show arrived at Shanghai's North Bund. I walked around and took several photos. Even on a busy workday, the bridge at Shanghai's North Bund was crowded with people, their cameras aimed at the impressive KAWS:HOLIDAY exhibition. The air buzzed with excitement as visitors captured images of the monumental art installation, momentarily forgetting the usual rush of their daily lives. People Stood on the Bridge ( 31.25,121.50 ) Holding the moon and gazing at the sky, it was telling you: the Moon Festival is near. Lying on the North Bund ( 31.25,121.50 ) Night was falling, with light shining on the face of the moon from within, making it appear like the real celestial orb. KAWS:HOLIDAY in the Night ( 31.25,121.50 )

Earlier this month, I found myself near the Confucian Temple, and with nothing pressing on my mind, I decided to wander in for a while. The temple is currently undergoing renovations, so there were only a few people inside. The midday sun in August was blazing and intense, making it even less likely for anyone to be around. At the entrance of a quaint little courtyard, some green plants were growing, along with a few vine-covered plants that looked like vegetables. Street View near Confucian Temple ( 31.22,121.49 ) Dazhong Barber Shop was one of the few brightly colored storefronts, with "Dazhong" perhaps meaning popular with the masses or offering affordable prices. Dazhong Barber Shop ( 31.22,121.49 ) Adjacent to it stands another breakfast haven, awash in vibrant hues, its name a whisper from the nearby alley's end. Endstreet Breakfast Shop  ( 31.22,121.49 )

Earlier this year, I wandered near Baiyun Temple in the Huangpu District. But I didn't enter the temple since I wasn't interested. Cleaners were busy tidying up the area outside the gate. The small temple is surrounded by tall buildings. Baiyun Temple ( 31.22,121.48 ) If you go straight along that road, you'll see the street-side buildings that are set to be demolished. The winter shadows, with moisture lingering in the air, felt cold, even on a sunny day. Dajing Road ( 31.23,121.49 ) Heading south, you'll come across a construction site with excavators and transport trucks at work. A phone is just a phone, yet people are obsessed with it. Fangbang Middle Road ( 31.22,121.49 )

Last December, I wandered through Pudong's streets, taking in the quiet charm of local life against the backdrop of an ordinary urban skyline. Parents gathered expectantly at the kindergarten gate, their anticipation palpable as they waited for their children to emerge. Kindergarten Gate ( 31.19,121.52 ) A woman shook out her blanket from the window, sending dust motes dancing in the sunlight. Shaking ( 31.19,121.52 ) Workers were cutting a steel pipe by the street, sending sparks flying into the air. Sparks Flying ( 31.18,121.52 ) As the golden hour approached, the dog's tail grass by the street shimmered in the warm, soft light. Dog's Tail Grass ( 31.18,121.52 ) Back on the overpass, I watched as the skyline gradually turned a rich, golden hue. Overpass View ( 31.18,121.52 )

Earlier this year, I went to Jing'an and then walked along Suzhou Creek. It was a workday afternoon. People were getting off work and returning to their homes. The greengrocer was out with their fresh vegetables, and a man stopped by for some of them. Greengrocer ( 31.24,121.45 ) The courier was hurrying for the delivery. The hotel was still decorated with the big heart-shaped balloon from Valentine's Day. Hotel ( 31.24,121.45 ) The end of the walking trip was the Foo Sing Flour Mill, which is a historical symbol of old Shanghai from the 1910s. Foo Sing Flour Mill ( 31.24,121.46 )

The day I walked along the Xuhui Corniche, the sky looked great and pretty after the cloudy morning weather. Xuhui Corniche ( 31.18,121.47 ) The new lawn mower tried the new machine in his hands, following instructions from his teacher. Lawn Mower ( 31.19,121.47 ) The two were chatting while sitting on the riverbank. Chatting ( 31.19,121.47 ) Despite the scorching afternoon heat, the guys enthusiastically played basketball. Play Basketball ( 31.18,121.47 ) Some people knew how to enjoy a good sleep during the hot weather. Sleeping ( 31.18,121.47 ) Sleeping v2 ( 31.18,121.47 )

While the pandemic may be a distant memory for many, its profound impact on individuals and societies lingers. Lives were deeply scarred not only by the virus itself but also by the ensuing lockdowns. Moreover, the subsequent economic downturn has exacerbated these challenges, causing increasing hardship for countless people. An abandoned music school serves as a poignant symbol of this ongoing challenge. Abandoned Music School ( 31.16,121.47 )

I walked along the Huangpu River in June, hoping to find something interesting. The people there were either busy with work or enjoying some rest. The Nanpu Bridge stood silently, adorned with quietly growing plants, as boats passed by indifferently. View from a distance Close View Sunny with few clouds and light winds. Upwards Boat Passed The city basked in an unusual quiet as sanitation workers had already clocked out for the day.  Off Work ( 31.20,121.50 )

One day I returned to Sunqiao to see how things had changed for the passing years. In the new plaza area, the pink teddy bear caught my eye.  The Guardian just stood in front of the Civil Defence Works gate. Bear Guardian ( 31.18,121.63 )