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Visited here in November before it got too cold. Came here after visiting the nearby drum and Bell towers, so there was enough to see in the neighborhood. There were places to eat and window shop with a nice easy vibe (NOT too crowded but by no means empty). There is a nearby lake where we saw tourists getting a ride in a covered bike by locals. …
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Date of experience: November 2019
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The almighty dollar (or this case, renminbi) has caused, private enterprise here to explode with all sorts of gimmicky and not necessarily authentic local products and services. If you thrive in the energy of mass crowds and little cafes and tourist shops then this is the place for you. However, if you prefer a quieter more local experience, go elsewhere. As for physical size it's only a couple blocks long and the lanes are wide enough that the crowds don't seem too crushing. But still, the prices are a bit cheaper off the strip although to Western standards it's all fairly cheap anyway. 3 stars from a non-shopper.…
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Date of experience: December 2019
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Was told by a local that the 2 or 3 streets of acoustic bars, restaurants and cafes has been there since 2000. All Chinese songs though and I think all are local musicians or wannabes but it' all good. You'll get to hear both the evergreens and latest songs. The streets border a huge lake which is said to have been around since time in memorial. What you see in the day will be vastly different to what you will experience at night.…
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Date of experience: October 2019
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Just to experience what is like living in a country with so many people, it is worth a visit, Prices will be a little higher than elsewhere, but the vibe is better.
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Date of experience: October 2019
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This area is one of the oldest hutongs in Beijing. The street is touristy, with many shops targeting the locals and tourists - restaurants, cafes, shops selling local snacks, souvenirs, costumes etc. Many people loved to congregate at the Yinding Bridge 银锭桥. Suggest you visit the nearby Bell and Drum Towers if you are there.…
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Date of experience: September 2019
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