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Old 08-27-2008, 01:30 AM   #2 (permalink)
Breeze
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Default Re: A must visit place in China

If you want to experience the traditional Beijing culture, Hutong would be a good choice. An article on echinacities.com recommended two great Hutongs for us to visit.
The first one is Guozijian Street which lies in the Dongcheng District of Beijing with the Confucian temple in the west and Palace of Harmony and Peace in the east. Guozijian is considered university of old times. Therefore its cultural atmosphere is more intense than that of business. The Palace of Harmony and Peace also adds a scent a Buddhist incense and the chant of Buddhist scriptures to the street.
The second one is Yandaixiejie which is located in the Houhai area. The name of the street comes from its shape that resembles a traditional Chinese pipe. It’s famous for the small shops that mainly deal with traditional Chinese commodities such as chinas. Taking a look at those shops with Chinese characteristics and sitting in the Houhai bars in the evening can really be a good experience.
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