Exploring Maizidian: August 2024
Discover the bustling Maizidian neighborhood in Chaoyang District, Beijing, through my captivating photo gallery. Focused on the vibrant scenes of scooters and delivery drivers, this collection offers a unique glimpse into local life—perfect for residents, tourists, and photography enthusiasts eager to explore the dynamic streets of the Chinese capital.
To truly experience the essence of Maizidian, you gotta get out in the streets. As you wander through the neighborhood's bustling roads and alleys, you'll encounter an array of sights and sounds. One of the most striking elements is the constant presence of scooters and delivery drivers zipping and zapping through the streets.
Located in the bustling Chaoyang District of Beijing, Maizidian is a vibrant neighborhood that offers visitors a unique glimpse into local life. From its lively streets to its dynamic population, this area is a great off-the-beaten-path destination for photography enthusiasts, expats, and tourists.
I should snap a shot of this place during the week. It's all cars, then.
Delivery driver takes a quick break to check his messages.
What's better than an ill-advised u-turn, a double u-turn. Did they plan this?
A lonely walker on a side street in Maizidian.
Busy holiday workday traffic. Do you have questions? I do, too.
Men at work in Sanlitun.
Riding through Sanlitun's Taikooli.
Scooters are a family affair.
Waiting to cross.
Hauling ass, while hauling shit. Helmets required.
Lunch along the Liangma.
A scooter drives by a bodega.
A van and scooter blow through the cross walk as I wait to cross.
Exploring Solana Mall.
Bikes in the sun, while I'm under the bridge.
Not enough shizz for a helmet.
On his way, as quick as he could.
Where the local unofficial club of old men play chess and cards, while catching up on the hot goss.
Stopped to check his messages.
An interesting way to rest.
Hitching a ride.
An apartment in Maizidian.
Smoke break for the bike repair guy.
Van getting some sun.
Side saddle scooter ride.
An apartment block in the sun.
Mid-afternoon shadows dance across the facade of a grocery store.
A quick nap in a tiny cargo bed.
Facade face lift.
Cleaning the Liangma River
Solana Mall on an overcast day.
An apartment tower rising up from the trees.
A kitchen in the sun.