Architecture
Beijing's Beautiful Hutongs [China]
Beijing, China
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About this experience
Hutongs are the narrow alleyways in Beijing that are formed by traditional courtyard houses, also called siheyuan. The old center of Beijing consists of many hutongs and many of these are still residential. This guide shows you Beijing’s most beautiful hutongs and how to find them.