Photo Essay: Shenzhen

Have you ever been to China? Today’s guest writer is a young lady who spent most of her summer there. This young lady is an accomplished musician and a senior at the University of Texas studying economics. She is also the Team Leader for Incoming Global Talent for the Austin chapter of AIESEC. After graduation this young lady is considering pursuing a law degree. In an effort to feed her desire to experience the world and to determine if she would enjoy a law firm environment, she spent ten weeks working as an intern through UT at a law firm in Shenzhen, China. This young lady is my daughter, and today she is going to take us on a brief photo essay of her Shenzhen.

It constantly surprises me when I have to explain where Shenzhen, China is located. As the 13th largest city in the world (well ahead of NYC and London) and the 4th largest in China, Shenzhen is a huge economic hub with an incredibly diverse population of people.

From skyline views to picturesque scenes of the South Chinese coast, Shenzhen offers a diversity of experiences to compliment the diversity of people. Below are just a few pictures to sum up my 10 weeks in Shenzhen. Click on each photo to see caption details.

There are hundreds of pedestrian footbridges all over the city. Aside from practical use, they offer great views!

Street food is a must-do in China, and the vendors are always so willing to strike up a convo!

Small alleyways such as this one were my favorite part of being in China; there are so many stories packed into one small space.

Sometimes it seems like every corner of China has something interesting to see, whether it be art in the subway terminal or small alleys with restaurants and shops tucked away from the main streets.

Overtime work in China is no joke, regardless of profession.

The haggle markets are some of the most eccentric and colorful places in the city.

There is a strong after work culture in China, everywhere you look you’ll find businessmen in groups, drinking and chatting after a stressful day.

Cafes are a big thing in China, due to smaller living quarters in a big city most people spend their time socializing at cafes like this one.

Shenzhen is right across the Chinese border from Hong Kong, and the bay offers views to the massive neighboring city.

Despite the fact that Shenzhen itself is a very new city, you don’t have to go far to be immersed in China’s long and incredible history

8 responses to “Photo Essay: Shenzhen”

Jill Barth says:

September 20, 2017 at 6:51 am

I’ve enjoyed the special content on Rockin Red this week. Your daughter must be a blessing – and talented too. How proud you must be as she makes her way into the wide world.

I love how some of images project views of China that seem wholly traditional while others show a China that appears unexpected – a sense of globalization and beauty.

Why, do you think does Shenzehen remain so “unknown” to Americans?

Thank you, Michelle!

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SAHMmelier says:

September 21, 2017 at 8:11 am

I love that she posted and shared her perspective It amazes me as well how little I know about China as well. What an amazing experience.

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- Michelle Williams says:
  
  September 21, 2017 at 3:53 pm
  
  Thank you.
  
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Dracaena Wines says:

September 21, 2017 at 1:52 pm

what a great post. Your daughter is very talented. What an adventure

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- Michelle Williams says:
  
  September 21, 2017 at 3:53 pm
  
  Thank you.
  
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Martin D. Redmond says:

September 25, 2017 at 10:11 pm

Such a blessing to have such a talented daughter…but then again…the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree;-)

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- Michelle Williams says:
  
  September 27, 2017 at 5:16 am
  
  PThank you so much Martin.
  
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averywilliams511 says:

November 14, 2017 at 6:49 am

Reblogged this on Shenzhen, China and commented:
This is my guest post about Shenzhen on RockinRed Blog. Check it out!

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