Huaxing Times Square (often called Huaxing Times Plaza) is a mixed commercial-residential complex sitting in the Qingxiu District of Nanning, Guangxi, China. It isn’t just a mall — it has become something of a local landmark, especially among younger people, for its unusual visual aesthetic and its vibe of retro-urban charm.
What’s Unique About It
- Graffiti Staircase Building: One of the main draws is a building inside the complex featuring a large, multi-floor graffiti staircase. It’s colourful, layered, and feels very “Instagrammable”—people go there just to take photos.
- Shape & Design: The structure has a kind of trapezoidal form and open terraces; every floor shows bits of art and graffiti, giving it a “reborn” look, like an older building getting a creative facelift.
- Commercial + Residential Mix: It’s not purely a shopping district—there are residential portions above or around the commercial spaces, which makes the place feel lively and lived-in, not just a tourist spot.
Why People Visit
- Photo Spot: The building’s visuals are a big draw. Artists and casual visitors like the contrast of graffiti, terraces, and the shape of the building against the city skyline.
- Food & Shopping: As with many Times Squares or Plazas in Chinese cities, there are shops, outlets, eateries around or in the complex. It’s a place to eat, walk, hang out especially in the evening.
- Location: It’s quite accessible. It’s near Xinmin Road, with Metro Line 1 access, and surrounded by buses. That makes it an easy stop on a city-tour or photo-walk.
