Chang’an Avenue (Chang’an Jie)

Chang’an Avenue, literally ‘the Street of Eternal Peace,’ stretches from east to west through the heart of Beijing. Its core section, first constructed in the 15th century, is home to several iconic landmarks, including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the National Center for the Performing Arts, known as ‘the Egg,’ and the bustling Wangfujing shopping district. Today, visitors can explore this historic avenue, experiencing a blend of ancient and modern China, from the grandeur of imperial architecture to the vibrant energy of contemporary urban life.