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The most popular and busy commercial street in the city of Hohhot is Saishang Old Street, set in the heart of the capital of north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Built during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, this 380-meter-long street is one of the oldest roads in the city featuring architectural styles spanning several dynasties. It has been considered a landmark for old memories for over 400 years.

Saishang Old Street is located in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP
Saishang Old Street is located in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

Saishang Old Street is located in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

Saishang Old Street has been renovated over the past two years, and most of the shops on the street are brick and wooden buildings featuring the architectural styles of the Ming and Qing dynasties. They not only highlight the simplicity and elegance of these traditional architectural styles, but also provide infrastructure for modern-day tourism.

Visitors stroll along Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP
Visitors stroll along Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

Visitors stroll along Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

Everything from local cuisine, souvenirs, handicrafts, clothes, dairy products and beef and mutton products, to antique calligraphy and paintings, jade, jewelry, time-honored brands, and anything else related to ethnic culture can all be found here. The street takes on another vibe when it welcomes the public at night. Tourists can stroll through the night market while tasting local delicacies, and enjoy a leisurely time.

Goods are sold on Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP
Goods are sold on Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

Goods are sold on Saishang Old Street in Hohhot City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. /CFP

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