Madaminova Mijgona, a junior student at Tongji University, has really dug into Shanghai life. She's all about trying different foods, from campus canteens to the local spot "Clucking Chicken". But it's not just about cuisine. Talking with old folks in the city while working on her school project on neighborhood renovation has given her a deeper feel for Shanghai. They share old stories, and she gets a real sense of the city's soul.
She's had some funny moments too, like buying a super-sweet pastry that she had to swap for a tasty Chinese bun. For Mijgona, Shanghai isn’t just buildings and streets—it’s about people and their stories. And as she looks to the future, she hopes to use her design skills to make great places for people to live.
As the day wraps up, and she thinks about her homework, she decides there's always time for one more meal. For her, Shanghai is a mix of flavors, stories, and new adventures waiting around every corner.
