Overview
Xi'an's main commercial pedestrian street stretching south from the Bell Tower through department stores, brand outlets, and local shops.
Highlights
- Kaitong Department Store: One of Xi'an's oldest, now modernised.
- Street food stalls: Quick Shaanxi snacks between shops.
- People-watching: A bustling cross-section of Xi'an life.
History
Named 'Camel Market' from when Silk Road caravans unloaded goods here. Formalised during the Qing dynasty, pedestrianised in the 2000s.
Visitor Tips
- Fixed prices: In department stores; negotiable in smaller shops.
- Evening stroll: Liveliest 18:00–21:00.
- Duration: 45–60 minutes.