Qianmen, Dashilanr Commercial District [Photo via tuchong.com] 

Main commercial facilities: Beijing Fun, Qianmen Street. 

Introduction: This commercial district, south of Tian'anmen Square, and west of Qianmen Street, running 275 meters east-west, is located in what was the center of old Beijing, forming an important part of the city's southern axis. Shopping, dining, entertainment, and other facilities line the block, making Qianmen Street one of the must-see destinations for experiencing Beijing culture. In the past, many famous theaters, teahouses, bookstores and even the first cinema in Beijing were once seated in this area.

Transportation: 100 meters south from Qianmen Station on Metro Line 2.