Various shops play different music to attract customers, creating a patchwork of sounds that defines the urban soundscape. From loudspeakers, I heard pre-recorded voices, likely sales pitches intended to lure passersby into making a purchase. Some shop assistants amplified their own voices with megaphones, adding to the cacophony. 

Amidst this, snippets of cheerful conversations between people could be discerned, punctuated by the occasional long yawn, a clue that someone must have been really tired. 

UNESCO listing: China’s Spring Festival 

Recorded by David Ge.

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This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world’s most famous sights.

Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage