The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district in Beijing. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Beijing's Wangfujing Commercial Street in Dongcheng district and the Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district have been chosen recently as part of the fourth group of national-level tourist spots by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Their addition brings the number of national-level tourist spots in Beijing to seven, showing the city's dominance in the culture and tourism sector.
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district shines in the evenings. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Wangfujing, with a history going back to the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), has refreshed its 700-year-old commercial legacy by combining culture and technology to create a modern shopping area. The 1.2-kilometer-long street welcomed over 100 million visits annually in recent years.
It brings together traditional brands like Quanjude Roast Duck and Donglaishun Hotpot restaurants with around 200 international stores and trendy cafes.
Recent additions like the BOE Digital Art Center's 3D displays and various cultural projects have turned Wangfujing into a center for culture and technology.
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district shines in the evenings. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block was once an important route during the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). The block has blended tradition with modernity by restoring 37 cultural relics and introducing bookstores, coffee shops and boutique inns
Its lively night scene, featuring events like the Spring Lantern Festival, attracts over a million visitors annually and boosts catering and retail sales by 30 percent, according to the local government.
The new list has highlighted Beijing's rich cultural heritage while injecting new life into urban development. The city plans to improve payment systems and transportation to make these areas top-tier tourist destinations.
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district in Beijing. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district in Beijing. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block in Shijingshan district shines in the evenings. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
