It seems that the Laomendong in this place can't see any amorous feelings during the day, that is, the configuration between alleys, old streets and alleys. But at night, when the lanterns are on, pairs of handsome men and beautiful women begin to flock to the old doorway. The food and snacks here are by no means the nominal food you taste in other scenic spots. The food here is a perfect match for top night markets, such as authentic steamed buns, crystal buns, fennel beans, daughter red wine, night cafes and so on. There are famous snacks such as Jiang He Tang Bao, and Nanjing delicacies such as Lan Lao Da Tang Ou Zhou, roast duck and bean curd. There are also famous snacks in Taiwan Province Province, such as oyster omelet, and Confucius Temple. I feel that the exquisiteness of Nanjing people in Jiangsu Province is not groundless. Their ordinary food is by no means a beautiful word with a reputation.
Laomendong is located in Zhonghua Gate East, Qinhuai District, Nanjing. Because it is located in the south gate of Nanjing, it is called "East Gate", opposite to the west of Laomen. This place is also an important part of the Qinhuai scenic belt of Nanjing Confucius Temple. East Gate is the gathering place of traditional houses in Nanjing. Since ancient times, it has been a place where merchants in the south of the Yangtze River gather together in humanities and aristocratic families live together. I'm still a little confused about the name of Laomendong. My local friends explained to me: We Nanjing people say that it is a general concept, and the area east of Zhonghua Gate is called it, but now the historical and cultural block of Laomendong is a narrow concept.
Laomendong is a place with history. Although it was renovated and rebuilt later, it eventually became the Laomendong scenic spot, and it was also the joint efforts of the district government. A tourist attraction was built along the Qinhuai River, which promoted the tourism development of every place in Nanjing.
According to historical records, as early as the Three Kingdoms period, residential settlements appeared here. In the Ming Dynasty, Zhonghua Gate and Neiqinhuai River became the economic centers of the city, which became important distribution centers for commerce, trade and handicrafts, showing a prosperous scene. After the end of the Qing Dynasty, Laomendong and Laomenxi in the south of the old city gradually became areas with mainly residential functions, which concentrated the traditional houses in the south of Nanjing.
The Laomendong you see now is the new Laomendong after renovation and reconstruction. The name is "Laomendong Historical and Cultural Block". Although it is the old doorway of modern reconstruction, it still inherits the history of the old doorway and respects the existing original features.
The whole Laomen East is divided into Changle Road in the north, Ming City Wall in the south and Jiangning Road in the east, with a total area of about 700,000 square meters. Historically, it has been one of the core functional areas of Confucius Temple. Folk handicrafts such as Jinling Carving, Nanjing White Bureau, Deyun Society, handmade kites, cloth paintings, bamboo carvings, paper-cuts, marionettes, etc. were set up at the scene, and various traditional delicacies and snacks in Nanjing were introduced. What impressed me the most was a solo hotel, which was similar to an open hotel that ate fennel beans in Kong Yiji. You can taste authentic Nanjing snacks: bamboo shoots, yellow wine and peanuts.
Maybe someone will ask me why this place is so good that it has become a carnival resort for local people in Nanjing. Chop Yun Jian to solve this puzzle for you?
First of all, Laomendong is a newly developed scenic spot, and the local government is also striving to create perfect tourism products. Therefore, the architecture, food and small shops here are quite particular. It is a free tourist attraction with no secondary consumption. Many foreign travel agencies are generally reluctant to bring guests here because there is no commission for each other. If it is not a simple tour, it is difficult for you to walk into the historical and cultural block of Laomendong.
As time was tight, I just hurried by Laomendong, but I was deeply impressed that none of the foreign guests were fake. This is a relatively mature old tourist street, and the tourism-related products gathered here are very particular, including the design, laying out and launching of the entire Laomendong historical and cultural block, which are all perfect through the careful efforts of the team.
You stroll through the ancient gate under the light of night, but there is no loud noise, only whispers between lovers and friends. It is the first time that I feel the cultural atmosphere here without noise, which may be related to the heritage of Nanjing. Therefore, today, I strongly recommend Nanjing tourism not to miss the Laomendong historical and cultural block.
Highlights: Free and gentle night street view. The sweetness of this couple is the grouting of the night here. The best place for family reunion and couples to travel.