Here is a preview of the major articles in the coming issue of China Daily European Weekly due to be published on Friday, May 20.

Flower power: Chinese floriculture hub aims for global market.

Thawing out: After a deep freeze in sales during the recession, China's air-conditioner makers are bouncing back.

Memory lanes: Shanghai's historic alleys not just unique architecture but also a way of life.

Window to the world: Shenzhen's special theme park offers visitors instant access to world of wonders.

Readers can get access to the stories by getting a copy of the newspaper at a European news stand or by visiting europe.chinadaily.com.cn.