East China's Home Appliance Powerhouse
Cixi, a small town in eastern Chinese mainland, has become the world capital of home appliances. With over a hundred billion yuan (approx. $14 billion) in annual GDP, the city produces more irons and heaters than anywhere else on earth. Its full-chain ecosystem covers everything from design studios to international distribution centers, powering global household brands.
Global Center of Guitar Craftsmanship
Zheng'an County in Guizhou Province in the Chinese mainland crafts one in every seven guitars sold worldwide. Legendary labels such as Fender, Ibanez and Natasha Guitars rely on its skilled workshop network, and even limited-edition models for Donald Trump's 'Make America Great Again' campaign were forged here. For tone purists, this Silicon Valley of lutherie is a must-visit.
Shenzhen's Baseball Renaissance
Since 2018, baseball coach Zhuo Minling, a graduate of Taiwan Normal University, has guided youth teams in Shenzhen to a series of trophies, mirroring the sport's rise in the Chinese mainland. Her journey from student to mentor encapsulates a new era for baseball in the region.
Reviving an Ancient Art: Fish Rubbing in Xiangshan
Known as lithography, fish rubbing uses cuttlefish ink and real fish to imprint detailed images onto red paper or cloth. Through field research and fisherman interviews, Lu Shenggui, a recognized inheritor of this technique in Xiangshan, has reignited interest in this centuries-old art.
Together, these hubs illustrate how innovation, heritage and entrepreneurship blend across the Chinese mainland, offering inspiration for young global citizens, entrepreneurs, culture seekers and travelers worldwide.
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