Nestled in Zhejiang Province on the Chinese mainland, Anji County – famed for its bamboo forests featured in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon – is redefining remote work culture. Far from the transient lifestyle often associated with digital nomads, a growing community of creatives and professionals are putting down temporary roots here, blending productivity with the tranquility of tea terraces and collaborative energy.
Local co-working spaces housed in renovated farmsteads attract designers, writers, and entrepreneurs who value morning hikes through misty groves as much as high-speed internet. The area's affordability and proximity to Shanghai (2.5 hours by train) make it practical for business meetings while maintaining a rural retreat atmosphere.
This trend reflects broader shifts in Asia's work landscape, where secondary cities and rural areas increasingly compete with urban hubs by offering unique cultural ecosystems. For investors, it signals opportunities in China's domestic tourism and creative economy sectors, projected to grow 8% annually through 2026.
