This section of Luhu Road is overshadowed by the Donghaochong Elevated Expressway, which connects to the elevated inner ring road. It's lined by an assortment of struggling shops and businesses, as indicated by the several vacant shopfronts and the regular turnover. A major widening to the walkway on the opposite (eastern) side of the road in 2019 combined with the long delay for pedestrians at the intersection with Huanshi Road means more pedestrians along Luhu Road are choosing the eastern side despite it being sterile and unattractive, along the perimeter wall of the Guangzhou TV compound. This tree-lined western side is more lively and is also getting a major pavement upgrade - though not apparently a widening - in late 2019.