Clarisse Le Guernic takes a walk with her dog Liulian on Nanchang Road in east China's Shanghai, Sept. 22, 2025. Clarisse Le Guernic, also known as Lele in Chinese, is a French youth pursuing her dream in Shanghai. When Le Guernic first came to Shanghai ten years ago, the vibrant metropolis left a deep impression on her. During her studies at Fudan University, Le Guernic traveled to many beautiful places across China that inspired her to major in tourism management and dedicate herself to introducing the amazing China to the world. In 2020, Le Guernic founded her company, "Arcade Experiences," to promote Shanghai's history and culture through city-walk tours. As a young foreign entrepreneur, Le Guernic found her business journey in Shanghai efficient thanks to the city's support for innovation and entrepreneurship. Over the past five years, Le Guernic provided guiding services to both Chinese and foreign visitors. She used walking tours as a medium to explore the city's architecture, delve into its history, and feel its pulse in the present. Her work has evolved from initial French-language cultural tours to a diverse portfolio of approximately 30 routes, covering themes such as history, architecture, and literature. "I was born in France and have been in Shanghai for ten years. Now, I consider Shanghai as my home for chasing my dream," Le Guernic said.[Xinhua/Chen Haoming] |
