Chengdu's Top 2 Old Streets: Kuanzhai Alleys (Kuanzhai Xiangzi)
Channel: Noah Kartha
Date: 06/11/2021

Kuanzhai Alleys (Kuanzhai Xiangzi) or (宽窄巷子) are in my opinion the two streets in Chengdu that best represent Old Chengdu. They was originally built as a Beijing-style Hutong to house soldiers from Manchuria and Mongolia, but last century it became a popular spot for dignitaries to drink tea, feast and set up mansions. Although it is touristy, I think Kuanzhai Alleys perfectly capture the relaxed and celebratory spirit of Chengdu.

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