A must-see place in China: Why is Chengdu's Kuanzhai Alley so popular?

A Stroll Through Chengdu's Kuanzhai Alleys: A Time-Travel Journey of Daily Delights

Stepping onto the bluestone paths of Chengdu's Kuanzhai Alleys is like opening a door to old Chengdu. The flagstones underfoot, smoothed and polished by time, lead past rows of traditional courtyard houses with gray bricks and black tiles. The unique upturned eaves of Sichuan-style architecture blend seamlessly with the lively bustle of street life, creating a distinctive walking experience that weaves through historical textures and modern vibes.

The core scene is a "community of lanes where old meets new": three parallel alleys—Kuanxiangzi (Wide Alley), Zhaixiangzi (Narrow Alley), and Jingxiangzi (Well Alley)—together form this century-old historic district. Kuanxiangzi preserves intact old courtyard houses, showcasing the elegance of Sichuan folk architecture; Zhaixiangzi is dotted with characteristic shops and exquisite teahouses, exuding an artistic atmosphere; Jingxiangzi, known for its weathered brick walls and creative graffiti, brims with trendy energy. At the alley corners, old tea tables stand beside trendy cafes, and traditional sugar painting stalls face off against cultural and creative shops, painting a vivid picture of old-new collisions.

The fusion of traditional and modern elements is the highlight—green ivy climbing over weathered walls, red lanterns hanging under eaves, shadow puppets twirled by street performers, creative handicrafts displayed in shop windows, and the aroma of covered-bowl tea mingling with the scent of hot pot in the air. These elements interweave to depict a vivid picture of old Chengdu's vibrant life amid the changes of the times.

During this walking tour, you will see:

• Old courtyard houses with gray bricks and black tiles, where deep courtyards hide behind carved wooden doors, and moss on the walls tells stories of years gone by

• Tourists strolling leisurely in the alleys, some pausing to take photos, others sitting quietly sipping tea on bamboo chairs at teahouse entrances

• Street artists performing Sichuan opera face-changing, with masks shifting in an instant, drawing bursts of applause

• Intricately crafted intangible cultural heritage items such as Shu embroidery and bamboo weaving displayed in specialty shops

• Golden, crispy sugar oil果子 (tangyou guozi, a fried glutinous rice snack) steaming on stalls at alley ends, filling the air with a sweet aroma

• 4K high-definition details (the texture of gray brick walls, the delicacy of carved window lattices, the flowing sugar threads from the sugar painter's hand, and the tea leaves floating in covered bowls)

📍 Location: Kuanzhai Alleys, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Shooting Date: September 18th
Weather: Sunny
Temperature: 18°C

Follow the lens and immerse yourself in this "stroll through Kuanzhai Alleys, traveling back in time to old Chengdu"—new urban cultural exploration content is updated weekly, so stay tuned!

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