Qinghefang Street Hangzhou

Hangzhou has is one of the most interesting and beautiful cities in the world. It is the capital city of Zhejiang province in northern China. Today it is a plush modern city with all the modern amenities though strongly rooted in Chinese culture and customs. It is very densely populated, but that has not deterred it from remaining in the center stage of “scenery tourism”. Southern Song Dynasty had an influence on the city and Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty too had given due importance to this city which of course was no more than it deserved. Tea plays a very important role in the city’s scheme of things, in fact it can be termed as the most important contributor to the city’s exchequer. Some of the finest green tea of China is produced here. When you are in Hangzhou for your holiday, do visit the attractions but also indulge in some shopping for Chinese silks and other exotic articles. In this context a trip to Qinghefang Street will be most welcome.

Qinghefang Street, Hangzhou has its own history. Though the city itself retains its umbilical cord with its hallowed past, nonetheless, it has become one of the most modern cities in China. Qinghefang Street, is one of the most historic streets in the city and reflects the Southern Song Dynasty’s architectural styles. Southern Song Dynasty reigned from 1127 AD to 1279 AD. The founder of this dynasty, Emperor Taizu had created a centralized system of governance which allowed him to have the concentration of power in his hands. This period had many refined scholars and artists. Qinghefang Street buildings are mostly from the Ming and Qing dynasties. You will find several antique buildings and locally made crafts, remember to buy silk parasols, brocades, famous Zhang Xiaoquan scissors and Hangzhou fans which are cherished all over the country and outside.