[dropcap cap="U"]rban regeneration and the breathing of new life into old districts has been a topic of discussion for over 50 years in the US, Europe and Japan. More than just a construction process, it can also be a social and cultural lifeline. More than the benefits to tourism from a successful return to the past in the old streets, what really deserves attention is the building of a living space brimming with charm for the normal residents. The local residents will always play the most important role in urban regeneration.[/dropcap]

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