Name: Hidden Beijing: Alleys, brushes and inner-bottle art
Uploaded: 2026-07-14T17:05:49+08:00
Duration: 2 min 31 s
Description: Ditch the tourist crowds and discover the real soul of old Beijing! CGTN reporter Liu Mohan takes Olivia Rene Hutchinson from Jamaica through Beijing's historic Liulichang and Yangmeizhuxiejie areas, where the timeless beauty of traditional China comes alive.

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Ditch the tourist crowds and discover the real soul of old Beijing! CGTN reporter Liu Mohan takes Olivia Rene Hutchinson from Jamaica through Beijing's historic Liulichang and Yangmeizhuxiejie areas, where the timeless beauty of traditional China comes alive. They discover inner-bottle painting, a treasured craft where artisans paint dragons inside 2 cm glass spheres with eyelash-thin brushes. From calligraphy brushes to traditional souvenirs, every corner reveals Beijing's vibrant cultural heritage. These ancient streets invite you to experience the living soul of China, where tradition meets everyday life.

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