October 1st, Lanzhou Old Street.

Lanzhou Old Street is a district integrating historical culture, modern commerce, leisure and entertainment. It is located near No. 600, Xijin West Road, Qilihe District, Lanzhou City, Gansu Province. It is one of the major projects of Gansu Province to create a city cultural brand. The following is a detailed introduction to Lanzhou Old Street: I. History and Background Historical Evolution: Although named "Old Street", Lanzhou Old Street is actually a modern commercial district developed in stages by Gansu Tongyuan Cultural Tourism Development Co., Ltd. on the basis of preserving historical features. It was first built in the early Ming Dynasty, with a history of more than 600 years. It is one of the best-preserved ancient street districts in Gansu Province. However, the current Lanzhou Old Street is based on this historical foundation, with a large amount of imitation ancient construction and commercial development. Cultural Significance: Lanzhou Old Street is not only an important part of Lanzhou's city memory, but also an important window to showcase the historical culture and folk customs of Gansu region. II. Geographical Location and Transportation Geographical Location: Lanzhou Old Street is located in Qilihe District, Lanzhou City. It is adjacent to Xijin West Road, Central Avenue of the city in the south, and is located at the core point of Matan Cultural Island Tourism and Culture Belt, close to Xi'an Railway Station, the largest transportation hub in Northwest China. Convenient Transportation: Lanzhou Old Street can be reached by bus or subway from Lanzhou city center. Subway Line 1, Matan Station, direct access. There are also many bus lines passing by, including No. 50, 77, K102, 136, 127, 158. Self-driving tourists can also easily reach by navigation. III. Architectural Style and Features Architectural Style: Lanzhou Old Street is mainly based on imitation ancient architecture, with diverse architectural styles, mainly brick carving, wood carving and stone carving. Blue bricks and grey tiles, eaves and corners, staggered and orderly. These buildings not only retain the appearance of traditional ancient buildings, but also integrate modern commercial elements, forming a unique commercial district landscape. Cultural Features: The old street houses the Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall, Qinqiang Museum, Yellow River Bridge Museum, Lanzhou Culture Experience Hall, Lanzhou Colored Pottery Museum, etc. These venues not only showcase the rich cultural heritage of Gansu region, but also provide tourists with an opportunity to learn more about local culture. IV. Commercial Formats and Activities Commercial Formats: Lanzhou Old Street brings together numerous international fashion brands, young fashion star-rated restaurants and domestic and foreign well-known restaurants. At the same time, it also introduces trendy industry combinations, including national tide brands, night market famous workshops, buyer creative stores, etc., to meet the needs of different consumer groups. Activities Abundant: The old street often hosts various cultural and festive activities, such as Lantern Festival, Ice and Snow Light Culture Festival, etc. These activities not only enrich the tourist experience, but also further enhance the brand influence of Lanzhou Old Street. V. Tourist Experience and Recommendations Tourist Experience: Strolling through Lanzhou Old Street, tourists can feel the strong historical and cultural atmosphere and the vitality of modern commerce. Stone pavement, ancient trees, ancient alleys, ancient houses and modern commercial buildings complement each other, forming a unique urban scroll. Tourist Recommendations: It is recommended that tourists arrange half a day to a day to visit Lanzhou Old Street. You can start from Jinchengguan and walk westward along the main road of the old street, visiting each museum and specialty store in turn. During the tour, you may wish to taste some local delicacies, such as Lanzhou ramen and mutton steamed bun. In summary, Lanzhou Old Street is a district integrating historical culture, modern commerce, leisure and entertainment. It is an important place for tourists to learn about Lanzhou's historical culture and local customs. Whether you are a history and culture enthusiast or a modern commercial atmosphere enthusiast, you can find your own fun here.