As the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival unfolds in Fuzhou, Yantai Mountain Historical and Cultural Block steals the spotlight. This riverside district along the Minjiang River once hosted 17 consulates, laying the groundwork for modern education in the city.
Today, Yantai Mountain feels like a "world architecture museum," where stately Western-style mansions mingle with traditional local courtyard houses. Every corner tells a story – from the ornate facades of former embassies to the winding alleyways that lead to hidden tea houses.
For young travelers and culture buffs, it's more than a photo backdrop. Curated bookstores brim with graphic novels and indie titles, while weekend cultural markets showcase local designers and artisans. Festival pop-ups bring interactive film screenings and street performances, offering a vivid snapshot of Fuzhou's past and present.
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