Tianjin is a city that was born of a river and prospers by the sea. Join China Daily reporter Yan Dongjie and host Erik Nilsson to see how Tianjin's old factory buildings are being reintegrated into everyday city life. In Hedong District, Jinyi Park was once the birthplace of New China's first fully geared lathe. Today, this former machine tool factory is a vibrant slow-life leisure hub for young people, where coffee replaces machine oil and old workshops host performances. Next, visit the yarn-dyed fabric factory in Xiqing District, where 35 old factory buildings have been preserved and turned into a 24-hour commercial area. As night falls, BBQ, hotpot and specially brewed craft beer bring the old factory back to life. The revitalization has filled the gap in Tianjin's night economy and helped the city top China's most livable list for two consecutive years.
