The strong festive atmosphere of Kuanzhai Alley is a testament to its popularity

🎐I originally planned to visit Kuanzhai Alley during the Spring Festival holiday to experience the old Chengdu festive atmosphere, but as soon as I exited the subway station, I regretted it. It was impossible to stroll around comfortably as everywhere I looked was crowded with people. It felt like eighty percent of the tourists in Chengdu had come to visit Kuanzhai Alley. The entrances to the Broad and Narrow Alleys were closed, and visitors could only enter through Jing Alley, moving slowly, surrounded by the crowd. So I decided to just enjoy a leisurely visit to Jing Alley. 🛎️General Introduction: As a cultural icon of old Chengdu, Kuanzhai Alley consists of three parallel old-style streets and courtyard complexes, including the Broad Alley, Narrow Alley, and Jing Alley. Jing Alley is a winding narrow lane. During the Spring Festival, with the addition of the New Year goods market and the spring flower market, the area is brimming with festive spirit. 💮What to see: The blend of Chinese and Western architecture, iconic doorways, each courtyard is like a book, the old courtyards of Western Sichuan residences are a sight to behold. As I walk along, the 'most Chengdu' courtyard life unfolds like a scroll painting. For me, no matter how many times I visit, the ancient architecture of the old alleys is always fascinating. 👉What to do: From New Year's Eve of the Year of the Dragon to the Lantern Festival, the 'December Market' themed block in Jing Alley gathers hundreds of businesses, showcasing classic cuisine, colorful lanterns, trendy goods, and national intangible cultural heritage, recreating the prosperous scene of Tang and Song dynasty commercial culture. When tired of walking, enjoy a delicious snack, experience the Chengdu-style ear cleaning, savor the taste on the tip of the tongue, and experience the lively market life, no wonder so many people come to Kuanzhai Alley. 🎟Tickets: Free admission. It is recommended to go in the evening during the Spring Festival, and when night falls, you can also see the lanterns in the alley. 🚏Address: Jing Alley, Qingyang District, Chengdu. Take exit B of Kuanzhai Alley Station on Subway Line 4 to get there directly. On holidays, taking the subway is the recommended mode of transport, as parking in this area is notoriously difficult.