In an intriguing cultural exchange, residents of Hong Kong are increasingly crossing the border into Shenzhen, Guangdong province, while Shenzhen residents are making the reverse journey to Hong Kong, creating a dynamic interplay of commerce, culture and leisure activities.
“It took me less than an hour to get across the border to Shenzhen. There are so many food options, and I spent most of my time walking around the shopping malls,” said Chris Chan, a 32-year-old Hong Kong resident, adding that it has become a trend among his friends to shop, dine and spend their weekends in Shenzhen.
In fact, since the resumption of Customs clearance services in early 2023, the movement of people between Hong Kong…