Beijing Hutong

An old Beijing saying goes that:” There are 360 large hutongs and as many small hutongs as there are hairs on an ox.” Therefore, there is no other better way than to visit Beijing hutongs when you want to experience the Beijing residential culture.

Hutongs originated in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), but most of them were formed in the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Generation by generation, Beijing natives have been living here in their unique way. Beijing people built these hutongs, while, hutongs also have witnessed and recorded their life and even Beijing’s historical vicissitude.

In such a mordern city, they are the live history museums. Due to their attractive ancient styles, they are regarded as one of the most beautiful places in Beijing.

So, never miss them when you travelling in Beijing.

Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is the nation’s political, economic, cultural, educational and international trade and communication center. It is also one of the six ancient cities in China and even one of the greatest ancient capitals in the world. For travellers, it is home to experience China’s deep culture and long history.

It is regarded as the never miss destination: Hiking up the winding Great Wall could be a once in a life experience and a visit to Forbidden City can see the ancient imperial palace, also the typical example of traditional architecture heritage; Summer Palace is another piece of the empire’s glorious creations, together with Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Ming Tomb and other temples.

You may have a different life here, cycling in the Hutong area and get a glimpse of Old Pecking lifestyle, trekking on the remote and untouched Great Wall sections with few tourists there; have a wonderful Beijing Night and enjoy the fabulous Beijing Opera, taste the famous Pecking roast duck, visit the local markets and bargain for a good deal.

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