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Ten recommended Beijing shopping streets
( 2008-07-21 )
Beijing is a great place for shopping. From the latest fashions to fine arts to more types of tea than you can think of, it is most likely that it can be found in the capital.
Here are 10 streets for great shopping as recommended by Xinhua.
Liulichang Street
Liulichang, or Glass Street, near the Hepingmen metro station on subway Line 2, aka the "loop line," got its name from the colored glaze factories set up in the Yuan (1271-1368) and Ming(1368-1644) dynasties.
It evolved into a commercial area focusing on traditional Chinese culture starting at the beginning of the Qing Dynasty(1644-1911) when merchants opened the first antique stalls along the street.
If you have an interest in calligraphy and art, china or traditional Chinese ornaments, and you're looking for a memento of your trip other than Olympic souvenirs, Liulichang is highly recommended -- and don't forget to try on the eye-catching jewelry if you fancy something.
Almost 100 traditional-style shops on both sides of the street will take you away from the bustle of modern life into a Qing bazaar.
Shishahai Bar Street
After cheering for your country or favorite athlete at the Games, you may want to wet your whistle at Shishahai bar street.
The best way to get there is by cab. Just tell the driver to take you to the north gate of Beihai Park - or Beihai gong yuan in Chinese.
Modern night life in a traditional Chinese courtyard makes the street a favorite for foreigners in Beijing. It's also a great place for a little shopping.
We recommend a stroll down Xieyandai Street.
The 200-meter-long alley is lit by palace lanterns glowing above the steps of the small shops.
The establishments here mainly win the hearts of shoppers for their collection of designed stationery, jewellery,stylish clothing and accessories, which shop owners have gathered in their journeys to such areas as China's southern Yunnan province, Tibet, India and Nepal.
Its highly possible that what you pick up here will not be found anywhere else in the world.
Nanluoguxiang, South Gong and Drum Lane
The history of this 800 meter-long, south-north lane, which is just a block east of Shishahai, can be traced back to the Yuan Dynasty.
It is up to you to push open the wooden doors to the shops and discover fine silk shawls and various handicrafts designed by local artists.
Like some of its counterparts in Beijing, Nanluoguxiang is also featured by its fusion of the modern and old, East and West.
Among the popular shops is the t-shirt store Plastered. Its British owner has Chinese characters of the famous Beijing dish gong bao ji ding, or kung pao chicken, printed on white t-shirts and it sells well.
Creativity is a major attraction of Nanluoguxiang as many shops are owned and run by local designers and artists. Places like Le Tian and Shi Jie specialize in handmade potteries.
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