Travel Reference
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The heart and soul of Běijīng are its
hútòng
, the intoxicating alleyways that criss-cross
the centre of the city. Still home for many locals, these unique lanes not only tie the capital
to its ancient past but offer the chance to experience Běijīng street life in all its raucous and
cheerful glory. Wandering or cycling the
hútòng
, dating back 800 years in some cases, dur-
ing the day, and repairing at night to some of the many bars and restaurants that now inhab-
it them, is an absolutely essential part of any visit to Běijīng.
Historic Hútòng
