Sunday, 17 July 2011

Wide and Narrow Lane of Chengdu

Chengdu was founded in 316 BC and remained in the same location since.

During Qing Dynasty Sichuanese citizens burnt their city for 3 days and nights rather than to let it fell to Qing troops. Qing troops found a barren city on arrival. So they forced Southerns from Guangzhou and Fujian to come and rebuild the city.

What remains are Qing troops Quarters and Offices at Wide and Narrow Lane. The decrepit buildings were repaired by Kuomintang when they took over the city. Today they are repaired and renovated to house upmarket cafes, restaurants and shophouses. In addition there are much street life to create a buzz.

Roadside stalls
Eatery
Restaurant

Man disguised as a bronze tea pourer statute
Busker

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