Danzishi Old Street
The 'Bund of Chongqing' in Nan'an: in the late Qing and early Republic it was a gathering place for Sichuan merchants; old residences such as the Wang Family Compound and Sun Family Garden have been restored and opened, and the two-river confluence viewing platform lets you see Chaotianmen and Jiangbeizui at once
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- All day
- Ticket
- Free
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The 'Bund of Chongqing' in Nan'an: in the late Qing and early Republic it was a gathering place for Sichuan merchants; old residences such as the Wang Family Compound and Sun Family Garden have been restored and opened, and the two-river confluence viewing platform lets you see Chaotianmen and Jiangbeizui at once; merged with Changjiahui Shopping Park, the old street's new look forms Nan'an's commercial and cultural belt. Free, open all day; within walking distance of Metro Loop Line, Danzishi Station; best from dusk into the night.
Getting there: Metro Loop Line, Danzishi Station
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