In our interview conducted on Jul 20, 2024, Mrs. Chen, a lifelong resident of Fuzhou and cultural volunteer, shares her experiences living in the historic Sanfang Qixiang, where her family has resided for generations.
在我们2024年7月20日的采访中,陈女士,一位终身居住在福州的文化志愿者,分享了她在历史悠久的三坊七巷生活的经历,家族世代居住于此。
Mrs. Chen’s family has lived in the area for generations, and she shares warm memories of a childhood filled with neighborhood interactions and outdoor play. She reflects on how Sanfang Qixiang has shaped our lives, emphasizing its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. Her family’s residence in the former home of Zhang Jing, a notable historical figure, deepens our connection to this area. She recalls a close community, where neighbors often shared meals and stories.
陈阿姨回忆了充满邻里互动和户外玩耍的温馨童年时光。她谈到三坊七巷如何塑造了我们的生活,强调了这里丰富的文化遗产和历史意义。她的家族住在著名历史人物张经的故居中,这让我们与这个地区的联系更加深厚。她回忆起那时邻里间的和睦氛围,大家常常共享餐食和故事。
We also discuss the impact of relocation efforts on Sanfang Qixiang’s original residents. While development reduced the original population, Mrs. Chen’s family chose to remain in their home. She appreciates the improvements in heritage management, which focus on restoring buildings to their original appearance rather than replacing them.
我们还谈到了搬迁措施对三坊七巷原居民的影响。尽管发展导致原住民人数大幅减少,陈阿姨的家人选择留在自己的家中。她对文化遗产管理的改善表示赞赏,认为保护工作专注于修复建筑的原貌,而不是简单地拆除重建。
Since 2010, Mrs. Chen has volunteered as a cultural ambassador, engaging visitors and supporting preservation efforts. We are proud to see young people increasingly involved in these cultural activities.
自2010年以来,陈阿姨作为文化大使志愿者,积极参与游客接待和保护工作。看到越来越多的年轻人投身于这些文化活动,我们感到非常自豪。
In closing, Mrs. Chen encourages us all to value Sanfang Qixiang’s history and cultural significance, urging locals and students to cherish their heritage and embody the patriotic spirit of the area’s historical figures.
最后,陈阿姨鼓励我们珍视三坊七巷的历史和文化意义,呼吁当地居民和学生珍惜自己的传统遗产,传承这一地区历史人物的爱国精神。
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