Changde Hejie

The Changde Hejie, located along the Chuanzi River in Changde City of central China's Hunan Province, has a long history. In recent years, Changde has made efforts to transform this area into a historical and cultural block by restoring the unique features of this old street.

Hejie Street in Changde resembles a golden belt tracing a riverbank. This renovated cultural street evokes the grandeur and commercial vitality of the ancient city, with a history spanning over two millennia. Comprising three main blocks, Hejie Street was historically a thriving wharf area in Changde, bustling with commerce and prosperity.

In 2016, a restoration project was completed to revive the memories of commercial prosperity and preserve the cultural heritage of the ancient street. Spanning 1,500 meters and with a total land area of 133,000 square meters, the renovated street now also showcases traditional cultural elements such as Changde Gaoqiang opera, Changde silk string, and local snacks. Today, the street exudes a new vitality, blending the old charm with a modern twist.

Source: Xinhua; CGTN