Dashilar and Nanluoguxiang Hutongs: June 15th and 16th, 2024
Explore the charm of Beijing's historic alleyways with my photo gallery from two of Beijing’s most famous hutongs—Nanluoguxiang and Dashilar—showcasing their preservation of traditional architecture and lifestyle. Discover the heart of old Beijing, its connection to iconic landmarks like the Forbidden City, and the fascinating juxtaposition of old and new.
Dashilar is located just south of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. This bustling lane is filled with shops, restaurants, and traditional courtyard homes that have been converted into modern businesses. It's a perfect example of the juxtaposition between old and new in Beijing.
Nanluoguxiang is north of the Forbidden City and is known for its vibrant street art and trendy cafes. Strolling through this alleyway will give you a taste of modern Beijing while still being surrounded by traditional architecture.
All photos were taken with my Fujifilm XT200 and edited with Lightroom.
Shoppers in Nanluoguxiang Hutong.
A moving bike totes some cabinets in Nanluoguxiang hutong.
Moving day in Nanluoguxiang hutong.
I've never seen a moving trike.
Motorized rickshaws give tours in Nanluoguxiang hutong.
Shoppers in Nanluoguxiang hutong.
Sun casting shadows on shoppers in Nanluoguxiang.
Throngs of shoppers in the hutong.
Wet clothing hung to dry.
A scooter in a hutong courtyard.
A delivery scooter zips by in Nanluoguxiang.
Scooters in the hutong.
A glimpse into the courtyard.
Another delivery scooter.
Groups walking through the hutong.
From the Wanning Bridge into the hutong.
A local delivery driver takes a break amid the chaos.
A local laborer clears trash from roadside bins.
Another delivery driver at rest in the hutongs.
Clothing dries in a courtyard. Dashilar Hutong.
CITIC Bank building looms in the backgound.
A local woman plays the accordion in Dashilar Hutong.
Part of a project to build two and three-story buildings in Dashilar. It never took off.