Longhua District is taking on a fresh look as Shenzhen prepares to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting on Nov. 18-19.

Across the district, streets and public spaces are being transformed with upgraded landscaping, colorful floral displays, APEC-themed decorations and enhanced nighttime lighting.

Major roads, including Liuxian Boulevard and Meiguan Expressway, now feature refreshed greenery and landscaped corridors, while Shenzhen North Railway Station and other prominent locations have been decorated to welcome visitors.

APEC-themed banners line key streets, and outdoor LED screens display messages celebrating the upcoming gathering.

After dark, new decorative lighting along major roads and at key intersections adds another dimension to Longhua's changing cityscape.

With a refreshed cityscape, Longhua is gearing up to welcome visitors for the upcoming APEC meetings. 

An APEC-themed installation surrounded by flowers welcomes visitors at the west square of Shenzhen North Railway Station. Photos by Cai Weize

A landscaped installation featuring the words "Longhua" stands amid flower beds near Meilin Checkpoint.

Newly landscaped green spaces near Shenzhen North Railway Station showcase Longhua's efforts to enhance its urban environment ahead of APEC.

APEC-themed banners line Yulong Road in Longhua District, adding to the atmosphere ahead of the upcoming meetings.

A large outdoor LED screen at Huilong Business Center displays APEC-themed messages as Longhua prepares to welcome the international gathering.

Illuminated signage marks the boundary of Longhua District along Guanguang Road, where upgraded landscaping and lighting enhance the area's nighttime appearance.

A landscaped installation featuring the slogan "You are a Shenzhener once you come here" stands along Liuxian Boulevard.

An aerial view shows upgraded lighting along roads near Xincai Tunnel, highlighting Longhua's changing nighttime landscape.

Shenzhen North Railway Station glows under colorful lights during a nighttime illumination display on Oct. 17.

Buildings at Jindi Meilong Town are illuminated during a light show in Longhua District on Oct. 17.

Jinxiu Hongdu Building lights up during a nighttime illumination display in Longhua District on Oct. 17, as the district prepares for the upcoming APEC meetings.