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Lan Xi: No matter how far I go, it's always hometown flavors

CGTN

04:42

In this video, actress Lan Xi talks about her hometown, Anqing. She shares childhood memories of growing up in Huaining County, recalling how a trip to the city center once felt like a major occasion. While she notes the city's modernization and new high-tech features, historical landmarks like the flagstone roads and old streets remain unchanged.

Lan Xi also revisits her personal family memories. She shows the handmade shoes her grandmother stitched for her and speaks about habits passed down from her parents, including reading physical books and writing a daily diary. She fondly remembers the local dishes prepared by her parents and the river fish caught by her father. For Lan Xi, returning home is a way to find a sense of stillness and reconnect with her past.

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