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Tunxi Ancient Street
Introducing Tunxi Ancient Street
Tunxi Ancient Street is a central shopping area in Huangshan City. Tunxi Ancient Street’s origin dates back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279). Stretching approximately 1,272 meters (0.79 miles), the street boasts a remarkable collection of over 300 well-preserved Hui-style buildings, dating from the Southern Song (1127-1279), Ming (1368-1644), and Qing (1644-1912) dynasties, and arranged in a distinctive fishbone pattern. It is considered one of the most complete and best-preserved ancient streetscapes in China.
The street offers a captivating glimpse into the culture of this historic region. The distinctive architecture immediately immerses visitors in the local aesthetic, while shops and museums showcase regional folk crafts and artifacts. Traditional medicine shops illuminate the history of Chinese medicine, and the art of calligraphy and painting is evident in the intricate brushwork adorning the buildings’ plaques and couplets. Visitors can also savor the flavors of the local cuisine and experience the nuances of the tea culture.
Tunxi Ancient Street Fast Facts
• AKA: Tunxi Old Street
• Chinese Name: Tún Xī Lǎo Jiē 屯溪老街
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 2 to 3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Architecture, Leisure
• Opening Hours: All Day (The Street), 9:00 – 22:00 (Most Shops & Stalls), 9:00 – 17:00 (Ancient attractions)
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: Gongyuan Road, Tunxi District, Huangshan, Anhui Province
What to Expect at Tunxi Ancient Street
Experience the charm of a bygone era as you stroll through historic streets lined with ancient architecture. Nestled within these historic buildings, charming boutiques offer a delightful array of treasures, from handcrafted souvenirs and exquisite calligraphy supplies to regional delicacies.
Tong De Ren Chinese Medicine Shop
Tong De Ren Chinese Medicine Shop, a repository of history and culture, established in 1863 during the Tongzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), offers a timeless experience. The shop’s atmosphere is imbued with a gentle, aged aroma subtly interwoven with the earthy fragrance of various herbs. Its name, “shared virtue and unity,” reflects the owners’ dedication to sourcing superior medicinal ingredients and fostering a sense of community well-being. Soft lighting showcases the antique wooden counters and the drawers meticulously labeled with elegant calligraphy, detailing the herbs’ names and origins. Customers receive consultations and collect their dispensed remedies in the front of the shop, while the rear houses a specialized workshop for preparing herbal remedies.
Tunxi Museum
The Tunxi Museum boasts an extensive and impressive collection, with the first-floor exhibition hall as a particular highlight. Visitors can marvel at treasures such as the largest Song Dynasty inkstone slab in China, along with exquisite Fahua glazed porcelain and bronzeware dating back to the Spring and Autumn period (770-476 BC). The second floor then showcases the works of the Xin’an School of painting, a prominent art movement that flourished in She County, Anhui Province, during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.
Wancui Private Museum
The Wancui Private Museum, located on Tunxi Ancient Street, is China’s first private museum housed in a building of classical Chinese design. The museum, occupying over 2,000 square meters, blends the architectural styles of Huizhou (a historical prefecture comprising six counties in Anhui Province and centered around modern-day Huangshan City) residences, gardens, mansions, and shops. It displays the owner’s collection of cultural relics, accumulated over many years, showcasing over 500 calligraphic works and paintings by renowned contemporary figures and a remarkable collection of 900 precious inkstones.
Enticing Local Cuisines and Delicacies
Alongside its traditional architecture, Tunxi Ancient Street boasts a delightful array of local snacks perfect for travel treats or gifts. Among them, the pungent yet surprisingly delicious Smelly Mandarin Fish (臭鳜鱼) stands out as a 200-year-old Hui cuisine (one of the Eight Culinary Traditions of Chinese cuisine) classic, its fermented preservation intensifying the fish’s rich flavor and tenderizing its flesh. Sister Xiu’s Flatbreads (秀嫂挞馃), a traditional Huangshan staple, provide a variety of fillings from classic Chinese toon and preserved mustard greens to modern meat sauce and red bean paste. Finally, the savory Huangshan Burned Cakes (黄山烧饼), also known as “Crab Shell Burned Cakes,” offer a crispy, savory experience with their unique crab-shell-like appearance achieved through baking in a charcoal oven and a blend of flour, pork fat, preserved mustard greens, and sesame seeds.
How to Get to Tunxi Ancient Street
• By Bus: Take bus 1, 10 to Shiyiyuan ximen (West Gate of City Hospital) Station.
Additional Travel Advice on Tunxi Ancient Street
• Please take care of your belongings on the street as there are always many visitors.
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