Yangmeizhu Xijie, situated southwest of Qianmen, stretches from Meishi Street in the east to Yanshou Street in the west. Historically, it was known as ‘Xie Jie’ during the Ming Dynasty because of its northeast to southwest incline, which is the origin of its current name. This street was a cultural epicenter, home to distinguished individuals such as Liang Shizheng, a Grand Secretary in the Qing Dynasty during the Qianlong era, and the modern literary figure Shen Congwen.
Today, Yangmeizhu Xijie boasts the rear entrance of Qingyun Pavilion, a structure built with blue bricks and marked by a stone plaque inscribed with ‘Qingyun Pavilion’. The street has recently welcomed several design studios and independent brand shops, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the area’s distinctive cultural allure.
