Among 12 rust-streaked oil tanks on the east bank of the Xiangjiang River in Changsha, Hunan province, young visitors sip coffee, browse art and shop for handmade crafts, while live music and an immersive dinner show stretch spending into the night.

People visit Tank Changsha (1936), Changsha, Central China's Hunan province, Aug 10, 2026. [Photo by Geng Feifei/chinadaily.com.cn]

Among 12 rust-streaked oil tanks on the east bank of the Xiangjiang River in Changsha, Hunan province, young visitors sip coffee, browse art and shop for handmade crafts, while…