Movie walk: Qianmen Street

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Tourists from China and abroad visit Qianmen Street in Beijing on April 6, 2026. /CGTN

People visit Qianmen Street in Beijing on April 6, 2026. /CGTN

Explore one of Beijing's famous old streets through renowned films and enjoy its classic scenery.

Qianmen Street is a well-known filming location for many popular movies, including Hidden Man (2018), My Memories of Old Beijing (1983), and Mr. Six (2015). Walking here, you can see backdrops from the films in real life and feel the lively, historic vibe of old Beijing.

Sculptures are seen in front of a China time-honored shop at Qianmen Street in Beijing on April 6, 2026. /CGTN

People visit Qianmen Street in Beijing on April 6, 2026. /CGTN

Located on Beijing's central axis, Qianmen is a famous historic commercial street. In the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was the imperial road that emperors took to worship at the Temple of Heaven. Built in 1436, the street still keeps its traditional architecture and a vintage tram.

It is also home to over 30 time-honored brands, some of which have national-level intangible cultural heritage status in China. Here, you can fully experience the culture, food and folk customs of old Beijing.

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