Located in the Baohe district of Hefei City, Anhui Province, Lei Street is famous for its gorgeous night scenery, night markets, stylish architecture, beautiful parks and much more. It is also one of the most popular national-level tourism and leisure streets in China.

Lei is a type of bronze ware used as a wine glass during the Shang and Zhou Dynasties (1600-256 BC) and the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods (770-221 BC.) A beautiful Lei vessel was unearthed at an archaeological site in Anhui that was found to be nearly 2,000 years old. The discovery proved that local people love drinking wine, and Lei used to be an important daily item in ancient life there. Named after this tradition, Lei Street serves as a landmark in the city.

Lei Street covers a large area that includes shopping malls, offices and historical and cultural buildings and related facilities. Traditional buildings sit alongside contemporary architecture, presenting a time machine for visitors traveling from ancient to modern times.

The food street is the most famous spot in the Lei Street area, where it's regarded as something of a foodie heaven. Visitors can find around 150 different kinds of dishes here. The fresh smell attracts visitors from miles away to come and sample local dishes. Meanwhile, a teahouse is a good place to spend some leisure time. The most famous local teahouse covers an area of around 1,200 square meters. It offers high quality teas and fantastic folk performances, as well as numerous snacks with a variety of tastes. At night, the place comes alive with a more vibrant atmosphere. People sit down together, sip wine, sample local delicacies, chat with friends and generally enjoy the wonderful nightlife there.

What's more, many cultural events are often held in the area, such as an annual temple fair, lantern shows, music shows and many other live performances. Lei Street should not be missed during any visit to Hefei City.