Man in China lives in tent at ‘rubbish dump’ on US$1.50 a day after quitting job — reigniting debate over ‘lying flat’ culture
- Many people expressed concern about the man’s choice to be a hermit, and some asked if he had experienced trauma, but he says he prefers this life
- A notice on the tent reminds passers-by to respect that this is someone’s home and not to touch his belongings, adding that they are worthless
A 29-year-old man in southwestern China who lives in a tent in an abandoned car park has reignited debate about the “lying flat” culture and its growing appeal among the country’s youth.
Tencent News reported that Li Shu is unemployed and has lived in a tent at an old car park in Sichuan province for more than 200 days.
He sets up his orange tent surrounded by rocks and bricks in a wooded area of the disused car park. The place was also covered with construction waste and the condition was so bad some likened it to a “rubbish dump”.
A notice on the side of the tent reminds passers-by to respect that this is someone’s home and not to touch his belongings, adding that they are worthless.
“If you want me to move away, do call me. Anyway, I live here temporarily. If I offend you, I will be very sorry and leave immediately,” read the notice.