This spring, we recommend 5 streets to you, taking you to touch the appearance of spring.

PART 01 West Xinglong Street - "A treasure neighborhood near Qianmen"

The reopened literary district of West Xinglong Street is a block away from Qianmen Street, but it is very quiet. There are not only boutiques but also small stores selling everyday needs. A delicate balance of business and life is created here.

There are many trendy and fashionable stores here. The Caochang Hutong, which runs north-south, is the place where people live and work. It is close to Qianmen, but there is no hustle and bustle of tourists. You can feel normal lifestyles on the road.

Name: West Xinglong Street

Address: West Xinglong Street, Dongcheng District

Tip: It is recommended to go by public transportation.

PART 02 Liangma River - "The best place to view the sunset"

The Liangma River is one of the most beautiful places to watch the sunset in Beijing, and is the first choice for residents to walk around. The sparkling water and European-style decks feature a European style with a vintage taste of old Beijing.

The river begins with a triangular-shaped deck. The iconic walking bridge spans both ends. The reflections of the riverbank buildings sway gently with the water. The glass reflects the sunset, and the water turns into an orange color. You can experience the leisure of the "Seine" from the lazy afternoon to the slightly drunken dusk. Most of the people walking on the road are slow and leisurely. There is no rush worth running along the idle riverbank.

Name: Liangma Riverside

Address: North East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District

Tips: Watch out when walking along the river.

PART 03 22nd Courtyard Street Art District - "A Gathering Place for Literary Youth"

Located in the back street of Today Art Museum, the 22nd Courtyard Street Art District is a treasure street that was once a popular gathering place for literary youths. There are many sights worth exploring here, as well as wall graffiti full of individual expressions.

This street may look unassuming, even a little cluttered and shabby, but it actually hides many surprising small stores. The road is wide, but there are few vehicles and pedestrian traffic. Strolling around, it actually gives people a kind of enjoyment of watching the exhibition. Meet your friends, have a leisurely coffee and chat, and spend a comfortable afternoon in the relaxing music and artistic atmosphere!

Name: 22nd Courtyard Street Art District

Address: Inside Apple Community, No.32 Baiziwan Road, Chaoyang District

Tip: Back Street of Today Art Museum

PART 04 Yangmeizhu Byway - "Both literary and normal lifes"

Yangmeizhu Byway is one of the four byways in Qianmen. The alleys are intertwined and you can wander slowly along the hutongs. Here the old and the new are intertwined and coexist harmoniously. It is full of surprises when you enter a store. There are retro cafes with terraces, small stores of old Beijing handicrafts, bookstores with western architecture, and niche cultural collectibles stores. The 500-meter-long hutong combines literary art and people’s normal life. Popular entertainment and niche heritage, American retro and old Beijing style are all mixed and harmoniously coexisting in Yangmeizhu Byway.

Name: Yangmeizhu Byway

Address: Yangmeizhu Byway, Xicheng District

Tip: Hutongs are narrow, so it's recommended to go by public transportation.

PART 05 Dongjiaominxiang - "The Most Beautiful Western Hutongs in Beijing"

Dongjiaominxiang is located in the bustling area of Beijing, but presents a peaceful and quiet scene, so it is considered as a "quiet place amidst the bustle". The alley starts from the south side of Tian'anmen Square and extends eastward to Chongwenmennei Street, with a total length of 3,000 meters. It is the longest hutong in Beijing and has witnessed the ups and downs over the past hundred years.

The Embassy complex in Dongjiaominxiang is the only remaining Western-style complex of the early 20th century in Beijing. The exotic style of the buildings on both sides also makes it a great place to stroll around and take photos.

Name: Dongjiaominxiang

Address: Dongjiaominxiang, Dongcheng District