HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsYangzhou Dongguan Street
Jiangsu · China
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Yangzhou Dongguan Street
Welcome to Dongguan Street, the historic heart and primary commercial artery of Yangzhou. Stretching over 1,100 meters from the ancient Grand Canal in the east to the city center in the west, this street has been a center of…
Listen in the app2The Dongguan Ancient Ferry — Gateway to the Grand Canal
Our journey begins at the eastern end of the street, at the Dongguan Ancient Ferry. This site is of paramount historical importance, as it was the primary link between the city of Yangzhou and the Grand Canal—the monumental…
Listen in the app3Xie Fuchun Perfume Shop — The Scent of Tradition
Continuing down Dongguan Street, we encounter the flagship store of Xie Fuchun, one of China's most venerable 'Time-Honored Brands.' Founded in 1830, Xie Fuchun is legendary for its 'Three Treasures': duck egg powder (perfumed…
Listen in the app4Ge Garden — A Masterpiece of Bamboo and Stone
Nested just off the main street is the Ge Garden (Geyuan), recognized as one of the four most famous traditional gardens in China and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built in 1818 by the salt merchant Huang Zhiyun, the garden’s…
Listen in the app5The Back Alleys — The Living Soul of the City
To truly experience the 'legit' side of Dongguan Street, one must venture into the narrow side alleys that branch off the main thoroughfare. These alleys, or 'hutongs,' are where the modern tourist facade fades away and the…
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Near the East Gate area, we encounter a statue dedicated to the world’s most famous traveler, Marco Polo. According to historical records and his own 'Travels,' the Venetian explorer served as a local government official in…
Listen in the app7Gastronomy and Local Snacks — The Taste of Yangzhou
No visit to Dongguan Street is complete without indulging in the local culinary offerings, which are a cornerstone of the 'Huaiyang Cuisine'—one of the four great traditions of Chinese cooking. The street is a sensory parade of…
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As the sun begins to set over Dongguan Street, the 'evening garden party' begins, and the thoroughfare is 'awakened by the lights.' This is perhaps the most magical time to reflect on our journey. We have traversed a thousand…
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What is Yangzhou Dongguan Street?
Yangzhou Dongguan Street is a place in Jiangsu · China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Jiangsu · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.3979, 119.4520 |
| Last updated |
