The most famous historical street in Hangzhou, Qinghefang Pedestrian Street is located at the foot of Chenghuang Mountain last minute China travel deals in the south of the city, and it is an epitome of Hangzhou history. In the 3rd year of the Jianyan Period of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), General Zhang Jun defeated the Jin army in the city of Mingzhou (present-day Ningbo). He was then awarded the title of viceroy by the emperor of the Song Dynasty, after which he established Qinghejun Mansion on Taiping Lane on Hefang Street. The street was later renamed Qinghefang Street by later generations in memory of his valued contributions. It was the most prosperous commercial street in Hangzhou in the Song (960-1279), the Yuan (1206-1368), the Ming (1368-1644), and the Qing Dynasties (1616-1911), and the oldest of the architectures seen today are in the Ming and Qing styles.

A prestigious national AAAA-level scenic area in Hangzhou, Qinghefang Pedestrian Street extends 460 meters long and integrates sightseeing, food, beverage, shopping, and entertainment within one convenient location. More than half of the buildings on the street were built in the later Ming and the early Qing Dynasties, of which the most famous historic ones are the Huqingyu Drugstore, Baohe Drugstore, No. 1 Scholar Hall, Huichun Hall, and Lamb Soup Hotel. Besides these time-honored stores, many newer boutiques and establishments have been introduced to the street including the Global Currency Museum, Guanfu Classical Art Museum, Zhejiang Ancient Pottery Collection Hall, Taiji Tea House, and Shaoxing Wine Store.

1. Huqingyu Drugstore

Covering an area of 3,000 square meters, the Huqingyu Drugstore best tours of China was originally built by entrepreneur Hu Xueyan in the later Qing Dynasty. It is well preserved in the shape of a graceful crane and furnished in a classical style with pavilions, bridges, and fountains. More than 160 fascinating pieces of cultural relics are preserved in the drugstore, and it is composed of the Displaying Hall, Traditional Chinese Medicine Manual Workshop, Health Protecting and Care Clinic, Business Hall, and Medicine Diet Hall.

2. Baohe Drugstore

The Baohe Drugstore has a long history of over 1,000 years and it enjoys a high reputation in Hangzhou for its altruistic services of treating the poor and impoverished for free. For those wanting to contribute to the cause, many of the drugstore’s self-made medicinal liquors and herbal teas can be purchased within.

3. No. 1 Scholar Hall

The No. 1 Scholar Hall has been named “The First Noodle Restaurant in Hangzhou,” and it is very famous for its authentic Ningbo, Sichuan, and Hangzhou dishes. It is a two-story building with 20 unique compartments, and can host a total of 600 customers at the same time. While enjoying their meal, visitors may also admire the many calligraphic works by famous figures that are showcased in the hall.

4. Guanfu Classical Art Museum

Guanfu Classical Art Museum popular China tours was the first private museum established after the foundation of the People’s Republic of China, and it mainly displays ornate furniture from the Ming and the Qing Dynasties. The first story exhibits different kinds of chairs from different corners and regions of China including round-backed armchairs, Buddhist chairs, and cane chairs. On the second story, visitors will find rosewood furniture and silver ornaments respectfully on display.

5. Global Currency Museum

The Global Currency Museum boasts a collection of a number of currencies from different countries. On the first story, exhibits show the commemorative currencies of China. On the second story, the currencies from over 200 countries are showcased including silver coins, bank notes, and gold coins; the highlights are the striking currencies from the Southeast Asian countries.

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