In his book Tastes of Life, Wang Zengqi wrote: "when arriving in a new place, some people like to go to department stores, some prefer bookstores, but he would rather go to the wet market, observing live chickens and ducks, fresh fruits and vegetables, and bright red peppers. It is the hustle and bustle presents a sense of joy in life."

The young people have come to acknowledge that wet markets are home to the simplest form of liveliness. Nowadays, more and more young people are seen in the wet markets of Chaoyang district.

Some come here to seek delicious food and fresh experience, some see it as a place to satisfy their daily meals. Moreover, many visit the markets to take attractive photos.

At the same time, the wet markets in Chaoyang are also making itself delicate  to attract and cater to young people.

Here is a guide to the interesting wet markets in Chaoyang.

01 Set out to the trendiest wet market

When it comes to the wet markets in Chaoyang, many people think of Sanyuanli Market Sanyuanqiao near the Embassy District at Sanyuanqiao, which known for its wide range of varieties.

It offers not only common fruits, vegetables, and meat, but also fresh cheeses, imported Western condiments, Southeast Asian ingredients, seafood, and more. Those who often cook at home won't leave here empty-handed.

The vendors here not only speak English fluently, but also have their own unique aesthetic in selecting and displaying goods.

Name: Sanyuanli Market

Operating Hours: 8:00-18:00, Monday to Sunday

Address: 50 meters south of the intersection of Sanyuanli Jie(St) and Shunyuan Jie(St), Chaoyang District

02 Treasure Wet market near Sanlitun popular among both old and young people

With fresh and affordable vegetables, bright environment, and smart facilities, Chunxiu Hopson One Market is a newly-emerged "internet celebrity" in the Sanlitun Community. The market, originally known as Chunxiulu Wet Market, occupies an area of around 1500 square meters. After upgrade, it has been revamped and attracts not only old locals but also young people.

The market offers not only fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, condiments, beverages, snacks, and staple food, but also covers stands that sell fresh flowers, plants, accessories, beers, and that process seafood. There are also cooked food stalls, dairy stations, dried fruit shops, etc.

Sanxiu Market has also attracted a group of craftsmen offering services like making quilts, altering pants, changing zippers, and cutting keys, providing solutions for small issues in life. The locals don't need to wander around the streets looking for repairs, as everything can be solved here.

There are also firms offering door-to-door care service for the elderly. Additionally, senior citizens can make purchases at all stores in the market with Beijing Elderly and Disabled Assistance Card.

Name: Sanxiu Hopson One Market

Operating Hours: 6:30-20:00, Monday to Sunday

Address: 160 meters southeast of the intersection of Chunxiu Lu(Rd) and Dongzhimen Waidajie(St), Chaoyang District

03 The "most delicious" wet market in Baiziwan

Enjoy the joy brought by ordinary life

Baiziwan Market is located at 116 Guangqu Lu(Rd).

The market is bright and clean, with well-arranged fresh vegetables. In the middle are fruit and vegetable stalls, with individual stores on both sides offering all sorts of things from fresh groceries to daily necessities and life services.

The market has a magic. Next to the indoor camping-style barbecue restaurant is condiment stall common to the wet market; the aroma of South American coffee is mixed with the taste of Henan Province's stinky tofu. It embraces both trendy and classic items as long as they are loved by the public.

Baiziwan Market provides service with high cost performance. Providing shopping carts and resting chairs, it provides first-class shopping experience.

Name: Baiziwan Market

Operating Hours: 7:00-19:00, Monday to Sunday

Address: 137, 1st floor, Section C, Guangqu Lu(Rd), Banbidian Village, Chaoyang District

04 Have you visited a wet market in the Park?

Everyone comes full-handded out of the Shengfu Xiaoguan Market. Next to the Zuojiazhuang Central Park, it is referred to as "Zuojiazhuang Morning Market" by the surrounding residents.

The market layout forms a "回" shape, with the fruit and vegetable departments occupying the center, surrounded by fresh produce, meat, and other groceries in an orderly manner. Both vegetables and fruits here are cheap.

With stalls for dry goods, dried fruits, imported foods, pastry, daily necessities, flowers, goldfish and others, the market provides rather comprehensive goods.

Name: Shengfu Xiaoguan Market

Operating Hours: 6:00-14:30 from Monday to Friday, 6:00-15:00 from Saturday to Sunday 

Address:Shengfu Product Market A24, Building 1, Dongzhimen Waixiaoguan, Xiangheyuan Lu(Rd), Chaoyang District

The fresh vegetables, simple people, and memorable flavors compose the vitality of wet markets. In Chaoyang District, wet markets are a place that not only sells fresh produce, but also transmits culinary culture and connects new community life. Spend half a day to visit Chaoyang's wet markets and feel the hustle and bustle of life!