Traditional market that Chinese elderly people love to visit lively, fun and relaxing.Morning Market

The traditional morning market is a beloved destination for Chinese elderly people, especially in places like Jiulongpo District, Chongqing, where the vibrant atmosphere of "赶集" (gǎn jí, meaning "going to the market") creates a lively, engaging, and relaxing experience. These markets are a feast for the senses, filled with colorful stalls selling everything from fresh produce, meats, and seafood to locally made snacks and handcrafted goods. Elderly visitors often enjoy the simple pleasure of strolling through the bustling aisles, chatting with friendly vendors, and catching up with neighbors. The sounds of haggling, laughter, and the rhythmic clatter of vendors preparing their goods add to the charm. Morning markets like these aren't just a place for shopping; they are a social hub where people connect, share stories, and maintain a sense of community. For the elderly, it's an opportunity to stay active, enjoy their favorite foods, and immerse themselves in the comforting traditions of their youth. The cultural richness and the joy of "赶集" bring a unique sense of nostalgia and vitality to their mornings. 00:00 Video introduction 01:08 Market entrance 01:32 Stir-fried pork intestines 05:42 Beijing donkey rolls 09:13 Selling Xinjiang walnuts 10:16 Fried pork tenderloin and rabbit meat 12:25 Selling pet cats and dogs 14:32 Chengdu sugar-coated fruits 18:41 Selling handmade kitchen knives 19:51 Guangxi sugar orange crispy pears 20:48 Corn cakes and sauce-flavored cakes 24:07 Traditional snacks moldy tofu 27:16 Selling pine branches 27:45 Southern bacon 29:01 Braised goose 29:43 Selling local chickens and ducks 30:48 Handmade crispy pancakes 31:33 Fresh goose and roast duck 32:28 Guizhou yellow beef with skin 33:09 Handmade chopped chili powder 34:09 Rural vegetable seedlings 35:11 Rice cannon 37:40 Kelp 38:23 Vegetable rural dishes 39:34 Rheumatism patches for sale 42:59 Sugarcane 15 yuan each 44:16 Quick haircut 5 yuan 45:11 Mutton and mutton offal 47:01 Local chicken and duck 48:00 Mutton offal rice noodles 50:04 Handmade knitting products for sale 51:38 Chinese yam and buckwheat balls 52:29 Spiced peanuts and quail eggs 54:30 Winter plums 55:01 Handmade tofu pudding 56:02 Peppercorns and Adenophora 56:40 Scallion pancakes 57:39 Leather shoes for women and men 58:09 Camel milk powder 59:24 Guizhou stuffed glutinous rice cakes 59:47 Fish and shrimp