Everyone wants to get to the city that started the global disaster

Wahan (Wuhan)A city with over 13 million inhabitants in central China, has become a two-faceted destination. She used to be known for vibrant culture and economic success, but today she is also notorious as the focus of the Corona epidemic that stopped the world. While the city seeks to disconnect its painful relationship with the virus, it has unintentionally become a target of dark tourism – tourism where visitors are attracted to places related to death, tragedy or disaster.The Dark Hawaiian tourism roots are related to the epidemic. At the end of 2019, the first reports of a new virus first emerged from the wholesale market for Huanan seafood in the city, which later became the focus of the global health crisis. On January 23, 2020, Vahan was completely closed under strict closure, an unprecedented move in modern history. The closure lasted for months, and trapped the city’s residents inside as the virus spread around the world. About 7 million people died as a result of the Corona, and Wahan’s role as the focus of the global crisis has become irreversible.

 

 

 

 

With the spread of the plague, Wahan’s name became synonymous with disaster, but it is not necessarily a bad thing for her. On the one hand, this is a painful chapter in its history, which many locals prefer to forget. In interviews with residents there is a tangible desire to move forward from trauma. On the other hand, Wahan’s connection to Corona gave her a new and frightening “magic” that attracts the tourists flocking to her to experience the historical gravity of the plague source. The city, like other tragedy sites, has a certain value for those who want to understand one of the most catastrophic global events.

Some visitors, like Anton Liadov travel vaga, prevent curiosity and a desire to see where it all started. In 2020, Liadov tried to visit Bwan but was arrested by police because the city was still closed. Despite his inability to come in, his YouTube video documenting the city’s scary emptiness won millions of views.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wohan’s paradox is that while she is trying to shake off the tragic past, she simultaneously becomes a symbol for those who are attracted to dark history. But as mentioned, many residents in the city prefer to leave the past behind after suffering severe frameworks, and reports of inhuman shortages and attitude during the crisis remained some of their collective memory. Still, while there are those who try to suppress the painful memories, quite a few businesses are also earning now thanks to the city’s advertising.

Wohan offers a wide range of visitors to visitors, ranging from historical sites to modern cultural experiences. The yellow crane tower, the city’s renowned symbol, offers a panoramic view from its fifth floor, making it a must -have site for every traveler. Visitors can also enjoy the acrobatic water show at the Han Exhibition, a spectacular performance inspired by the Chu-Han dynasty. For a more peaceful experience, a temple in Otung and the landscape around it offers a calm refuge, while lively Han Street is perfect for shopping and street performances. Anyone looking for a more bohemian atmosphere can visit Tan Hua Lin, a full pedestrian street in picturesque galleries and independent cafes, while the Tiandi complex serves as a popular place for international food.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For those looking for a natural refuge, East Lake, the largest lake in the city, offers spectacular views, cycling and boat cruise. The Hobbi Art Museum presents local and international art, while HUBU has a taste of Wahan’s local street food, including hot dry noodles and tofu. Shopping, Jianghan Street combines colonial architecture with modern stores, offering a combination of historical magic and shops.