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Quanzhou Ancient Streets and Alleys|Explore the Goldfish Alley Tour

📍Location: Goldfish Lane, Licheng District, Quanzhou 🕰History: Song Dynasty to present 🏠Features: Perfect fusion of historical culture and modern life (the whole lane is themed with goldfish) 🌟Quanzhou, this ancient city always brings us surprises. Today we walked into a street full of stories - Goldfish Lane. This place is not only a witness to history, but also a microcosm of modern life. 🏛️Historical evolution: The name of Goldfish Lane originated in the Song Dynasty and was named after Xie Zhonggui, the Fujian Transport Envoy. This was once the residence of a third-rank official. Today, the old Guangming Cinema (now Quanzhou People’s Cinema) at the entrance of the alley bears witness to its prosperity during the Republic of China period. 🎨Cultural heritage: Walking along Goldfish Alley, you feel like traveling back to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Ding Wei's former residence, Fu Weizao's residence, Li Gongzang's former residence... every brick and tile tells the story of Quanzhou. The Huang Clan Ancestral Hall attracts countless Huang clan descendants to return home to pay homage to their ancestors every year. 🍜Food culture: The taste of Quanzhou can be found in Goldfish Lane. Earthworm jelly, pickled radish, rice dumplings... every snack has a taste that is fresh in the memory of Quanzhou people. As night falls, diners continue to come in an endless stream. 🌆Modern look: The slight renovation of Goldfish Lane has given it a new lease of life. The combination of traditional architecture and modern elements makes this place a model for the protection of Quanzhou ancient city. Here, you can enjoy a cup of hand-brewed coffee in the coffee shop, or appreciate works inspired by ancient city elements in the cultural and creative space. 📸Photograph and check-in: Whether it is the quaint red brick houses or the modern coffee shops, Goldfish Alley is a great place to take photos and check-in. Every place is a scenery, every step is a story. 🌈Goldfish Lane, a street worth savoring. Here, you can feel the perfect fusion of the profound heritage of the ancient city of Quanzhou and its modern atmosphere. Come to Quanzhou, come to Goldfish Lane, and experience a different trip.
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