YINING CITY – After years in Beijing's fast-paced music scene, musician Shafqat returned home to Yining City in the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture on the Chinese mainland, bringing fresh creative energy to Liuxing Street.
In 2022, he launched a one-of-a-kind cultural space on Liuxing Street, often called Star Street, blending a bookstore, restaurant, bar, and live music stage under one roof. This innovative concept makes room for community members to pick up a book, grab a meal, and catch live performances in a single visit.
Shafqat's vision is to build a creative community where young artists, writers, and cultural enthusiasts can meet, inspire each other, and collaborate on new projects. Through this platform, he hopes to inject more energy and cultural depth into Yining's local scene.
Beyond local residents, the venue appeals to travelers and digital nomads eager for authentic cultural experiences. Its mix of literature, food, and music also resonates with business and tech entrepreneurs looking for fresh spaces to network and spark ideas.
With its unique fusion of tastes, stories, and sounds, Shafqat's cultural hub on Star Street is fast becoming a must-visit destination for anyone curious about Yining's evolving art and culture landscape.
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Hitting the right note: Music and literature enliven Star Street
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