Hohhot||Sai Shang Old Street.

||Sai Shang Old Street. Hohhot, the capital city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, not only attracts tourists with its rich history and culture and beautiful natural scenery, but also the Sai Shang Old Street is a must-see tourist highlight. Let's explore this historic old street together. ## Basic Information - **Address**: 10 meters east of the intersection of Dazhao West Jia Road and Tongshun Street, Yuquan District, Hohhot. - **Opening Hours**: Open all day. - **Tickets**: Free. ## Historical Background Sai Shang Old Street is located near Dazhao Temple on Da Nan Street in Hohhot. It is an ancient street with Ming and Qing architectural styles. It was built on the west side of Dazhao Gate during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It was originally named Pengsuke Street, later renamed Tongshun Street, and now collectively referred to as Sai Shang Old Street. ## Travel Tips ### 1. Experience History and Culture Sai Shang Old Street is a microcosm of the historical and cultural city of Hohhot. The buildings on both sides of the street retain the style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Here, you can stroll on the antique streets and feel the precipitation of history. ### 2. Shopping Experience There are many shops on the old street with a wide variety of goods. You can find shops selling antiques, celebrity calligraphy and paintings, and jade, as well as many shops selling folk customs, local products, and ethnic handicrafts. It is especially recommended to find some leather paintings, felt paintings and leather goods with Mongolian characteristics. These are not only good choices for souvenirs, but also reflect the charm of traditional handicrafts. ### 3. Food Exploration Sai Shang Old Street is not only a good place for shopping, but also an excellent place to taste local food. You can try authentic Inner Mongolian specialties here, such as Mongolian buns, big plate chicken, barbecue skewers, etc. In addition, don't forget to taste the local milk tea, cheese and mutton soup, these are all delicious food that should not be missed. ### 4. Photo Check-in There are many places suitable for taking pictures on the old street, such as in front of ancient buildings, red walls, etc. Wearing ethnic costumes to take pictures can better integrate into the local atmosphere and take beautiful photos with characteristics. ### 5. Precautions - The quality of antiques and other goods on the old street is uneven. You should carefully identify them when buying and trade cautiously. - When tasting snacks on the food street, pay attention to food hygiene and personal taste to avoid buying unsuitable food. - During the peak tourist season, there are many tourists on the old street. Pay attention to keep your personal belongings to prevent loss. ## Conclusion Sai Shang Old Street in Hohhot is a charming and characteristic historical and cultural block. Whether you are interested in history and culture, or like shopping and tasting food, you can find satisfaction here. According to this guide, I believe you can have a pleasant and unforgettable time on Sai Shang Old Street and feel the unique charm of this city.