China’s “Ghost City” | A Deeper Look at Life Here｜Almost No People, Yet Everything Is Already Here

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  @handaxia1251 · 2 weeks ago (edited)

  I think you made the right decision to buy the apartment, It has everything, subway, school, park and to die for infrastructure, it's just a matter of time. If this is near Chengdu, it is even better, in my personal opinion, Chengdu will be the most beautiful city of China in the future because it is a well planned city and its close proximity to the stunning natural beauty at the foot of Tibet/Himalaya.

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  @HelenVanDerKley · 2 weeks ago

  It is like an empty perfect film set, waiting for the actors to arrive and film the perect movie.

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  @vsbaretummysugastonguetech1540 · 9 days ago

  I live in Canada and we have vast spaces but few people so I get where you’re coming from. I actually love that there aren’t that many people.

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  @xikefocus · 11 days ago

  Ghost city, but grass and landscape are well maintenanced.

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  @trigger1030 · 2 weeks ago

  That’s a beautiful place to live. I would be happy there. I think the low occupancy is a blessing. As long as the buildings and grounds continue to be maintained. Good luck and best wishes from your friends in the USA.❤

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  @TheJayclo · 5 days ago

  The public facilities are world class. Your local planning dept has shown what a park should be like. You are very lucky.

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  @AliG-j2w · 2 weeks ago

  The fewer people there are, the greater the peace for the soul and for creating. I like that you take such good care of your dogs.

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  @AndresPereydaResearch5 · 2 weeks ago

  Thank you for all your effort in making these peacefully interesting videos and uploading! I'm a fan :)

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  @SuperXiaoyuinChina · 2 weeks ago

  📌 A Few Answers to Your Questions About China’s “Ghost City”<br><br>After watching the video, many of you may have some questions.<br>Here are some of the most common ones.<br><br>⸻<br><br>Q1 | If so many homes are empty, why are developers still building?<br><br>In China, land used for real estate development usually comes with development deadlines.<br><br>If land remains unused for too long, developers may have to pay additional fees, and under certain conditions, the land-use right can eventually be taken back.<br><br>So for developers, continuing construction can sometimes make more sense than simply leaving the land unused.<br><br>Of course, building the homes is one thing.<br>Finding people willing to buy them is another.<br><br>⸻<br><br>Q2 | Why is your mortgage only 10 years? Aren’t mortgages in the UK often 20, 30, or even longer?<br><br>In China, home loans can be taken over different periods depending on the borrower’s financial situation.<br><br>Common terms include 10, 20, and 30 years.<br><br>Generally, a shorter loan means higher monthly payments but less interest paid overall.<br><br>A longer loan means lower monthly payments, but usually more interest over the life of the loan.<br><br>I chose a 10-year mortgage because, at the time, I believed I could handle the payments.<br><br>⸻<br><br>Q3 | What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a Chinese “ghost city”?<br><br>The biggest advantage is simple:<br><br>The homes are relatively affordable.<br><br>For some young people, this can make it possible to finally afford a small apartment of their own.<br><br>The landscaping, roads, parks, and basic infrastructure are already here.<br><br>But the biggest disadvantage is also the lack of people.<br><br>The nearest major shopping area is about a 30-minute drive away.<br><br>The local supermarkets don’t always have everything I need, and public buses can involve long waiting times.<br><br>Because so few people live here, the community can also feel very quiet and dark at night.<br><br>As a young woman living alone, that can sometimes feel a little uncomfortable.<br><br>⸻<br><br>Q4 | Why are all the prices in your videos shown in US dollars?<br><br>I use US dollars because my viewers come from many different countries.<br><br>It makes it easier for everyone to compare the prices with their own currency.<br><br>⸻<br><br>Q5 | Do you still have hope for the future of this “ghost city”?<br><br>Absolutely.<br><br>For me, transportation is one of the most important factors.<br><br>If the subway is eventually completed and connects this area with places where more people live and work, I believe life here could change significantly.<br><br>But there is still a lot of uncertainty.<br><br>The economy, demographics, changing lifestyles among young people, and the real estate market could all affect what happens here.<br><br>From my perspective as an ordinary person, housing should ultimately be about living.<br><br>A home can be an asset, but its value can also change when the market changes.<br><br>For me, the most important thing is not whether the price will go up or down.<br><br>It’s whether I can continue to live a good life here.<br><br>⸻<br><br>❤ Thank you for all your comments and questions.<br><br>If you have other questions about life here, leave them in the comments.<br><br>Maybe I’ll answer them in a future video.

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  @vsbaretummysugastonguetech1540 · 9 days ago

  I love the aesthetics in your neighbourhood.

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  @Muhammad.4072 · 11 days ago

  Beautiful and peaceful area. <br>Nice to have your two dogs waiting for you at home is the best thing. 🐈🐈

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  @Saiht · 11 days ago

  I really like your documentaries. They are so soothing and relaxing. I also think it&apos;s great how you position the camera when filming yourself walking. Very nice perspectives. Thanks for your wonderful videos. Greetings from Germany.

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