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Behind the glitzy face of Shanghai

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~mimo~
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gambling women behind barred windows
gambling women behind barred windows
residents of the old and slowly vanishing alleys
a resident of the old and slowly vanishing alleys
a witness of the whirlwind of changes that took over the glamorous city.
a witness of the whirlwind of changes that took over the glamorous city

Behind the modern facade of Shanghai and the fashionable lifestyle of its rich, is a world of tradition hidden in the city’s old alleys. Every week when I visit these neighborhoods, I find less and less of them left. The city is changing so rapidly and the new has no room for the old. Modernization is consuming tradition and Starbucks cups are quickly replacing the famous tea containers of the Shanghainese. A paradise for street photographers, I feel so lucky to have lived in Shanghai as long as I have.

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15 responses to “Behind the glitzy face of Shanghai”

  1. Love Edges Avatar
    Love Edges

    Amazing photography!!!

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  2. Marcus Antoninus Avatar
    Marcus Antoninus

    History alive. I wish I could read her blog 😉 !

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  3. docugraphy Avatar
    docugraphy

    Awesome portraits!!! 🙂

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  4. nonoymanga Avatar
    nonoymanga

    what can i say, street photography at its finest!!!!

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  5. arnabghosal Avatar
    arnabghosal

    I feel the same about Kolkata, India. Everytime, I go back modernism is taking over. When I was younger, it was what I wanted too, but now a big part of me wishes these street stores etc would stay rather than seeing the same stores everywhere in the world.

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  6. amaharini Avatar
    amaharini

    Reblogged this on Modern Nomadic and commented:
    Adding this to my archives on Shanghai

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  7. brykczynski jehan Avatar
    brykczynski jehan

    These pictures are very nice ! I like your style .

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  8. Boyer Writes Avatar
    Boyer Writes

    Wonderful that you have had this opportunity. I went to Mongolia twice and found the culture so fascinating. Now, the modern world is changing this old culture…especially as the young reach out to the world through the internet. I write to my students there, but it will never be as I first found it. Blessings and continue sending great photos. Nancy at Boyer Writes

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  9. Patti Kuche Avatar
    Patti Kuche

    Fantastic shots of the texture of life in a changing world and so hope to get to Shanghai one day soon!

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  10. cutiecameras Avatar
    cutiecameras

    These photos are beautiful!

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  11. 48colorrainbow Avatar
    48colorrainbow

    Love the smoking man.

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  12. brieucgwalder Avatar
    brieucgwalder

    Merci Mimo. (Choukrane? ou Choukria? I get mixed up sometimes) I was beginning to miss your pictures.
    Lovely to see you back!
    Take care
    Brian
    PS. You’re welcome to visit my blog “equinoxio” at Worpress. (Not quite sure how to copy the link!) 🙂 Maybe just the blog’s title Equinoxio at wordpress? or brieucgwalder?

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  13. Olivia FitzGerald Avatar
    Olivia FitzGerald

    I love the images. What are the alleys like? Have you ever been to Marrakech and the Medina? The alleys are narrow and winding, and intimidating when you arrive at first. Locals pounce on you selling their wares, they sense your hesitation. After a few days you walk more purposefully rather than looking completely lost and they leave you alone! Unfortunately you don’t see as much then. Would love to see more photos. :0)

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    1. ~mimo~ Avatar
      ~mimo~

      Thank you Olivia. The alleys here are quite different. They are residential with hardly any shops inside. The people are very friendly and welcoming. There are many other photos on my flickr and fb page. Feel free to visit 🙂

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      1. Olivia FitzGerald Avatar
        Olivia FitzGerald

        Thanks, I will. I love seeing how other people live.

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