Shu Yuan Men, Xian

Shu Yuan Men, Xian

Xian is practically a haven for the shoppers as the ancient city is dotted with numerous shopping destinations. Standing gloriously beside the towering shopping malls, are the bustling street markets which offer a fascinating array of articles in surprisingly affordable bargains.

The Shu Yuan Men market is one of the most famous street markets of the city. The market has sprung up by an old wall behind the Forest of Steles. The market offers an interesting variety of traditional and antique pieces. The shops here house a rich collection of art objects many of which date back to the past centuries. Shu Yuan Men is also an authentic destination for hand crafted products and reflect the richness of traditional Chinese crafts. The market has a wonderful collection of oriental paintings which make a colorful display of the traditional painting styles.

Shu Yuan Men is particularly famous for its collection of calligraphy. In fact, the market is popularly known as the 'Calligraphy Street'. A host of shops here carry the legacy of the ancient Chinese art. A variety of calligraphy scrolls, brushes and accessories are available for the ones who wish to try their hands at the art.

The market is placed in a locale that stands as an attraction in itself, as the street is lined with ancient and Ming and Qing style constructions. The quaintness of the surroundings definitely adds to the charm of shopping here. Towards the north of the street is old Muslim quarter which houses a gallery of traditional Chinese paintings. The tiny shop is a haven for the connoisseurs as it sells a fascinating store of traditional Chinese paintings. The shop itself is an antique structure which dates a few centuries back. The ancient Ming style courtyard serves as an ideal workshop for the artists who still practice the traditional painting styles.

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