My Life FIRST｜Exploring and Eating at Beijing Fang, Lesser-Known Spots on Qianmen Street

📍Location: Dashilan, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚗Transportation: Take Subway Line 1 to Qianmen Station, or Bus 2, 3, 82 to Qianmen Station 👍️Must-Visit Spots: Beijing Fang Outer City Eight Wards, commonly referred to as the 'Three Front Gates' (Zhengyangmen, Chongwenmen, Xuanwumen) extending south to Yongdingmen. The area, measuring 'twenty-eight li in length' (from 'Chengyuan Shilue'), was known as the Outer City of old Beijing, also called 'Outer Luo City' or 'Hat City' by old Beijingers. Its features include: Concentrated around the southern main gate 'Yongdingmen' and the left and right side gates, Zuoanmen and Youanmen, there are eight wards: Zhengdong Ward, Zhengxi Ward, Zhengnan Ward, Zhengbei Ward, Chongnan Ward, Xuannan Ward, Xuannan Ward, and Baizhi Ward. Beijing Fang is located in the Dashilan Historical and Cultural Protection Area, connecting Beijing's past, present, and future. From its inception, it aimed to create a 'Chinese-style living experience area,' establishing a 'Chinese architectural cluster' that harmonizes historical genes with the city's future. In commerce, it creates a business pattern that integrates China and the world, tradition and innovation, economy and culture. Culturally, it showcases contemporary Chinese spirit and global vision, presenting unique Chinese wisdom in cultural arts, design, and lifestyle. 🎟️Ticket Info: No reservation needed, free entry 💗Other Tips: Many big brands have moved in. Compared to the bustling Qianmen Street nearby, it feels much quieter and more leisurely.