antique market

After the 1911 Revolution, the Qing Royal Family was overthrown, the banners (Manchurians that were fed by the Qing government) lost their incomes and many of them had to sell their properties, such as antiques, to make a living. Gradually many antique markets were formed in Beijing, among whichSkewed Tobacco Pouch Street was a large one. But after 1949, the antique trading on this street gradually declined.

Recommended Itineraries: 
One Day Visit: Panda House - Lama Temple - Confucius Temple - Imperial Academy - Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street
Shichahai and Houhai Hutongs: to visit Shichahai, Prince Gong's Mansion and Hutongs