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By Lin Liyao: 0 Comments Print E-mail China.org.cn, March 1, 2011

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Ju'er Hutong

Ju'er Hutong is located in the northwest of Dongcheng District. [qqread. com]

Located in northwest Dongcheng District, Ju'er Hutong is bordered by Jiaodaokou South Road to the east and Nanluoguxiang to the west. It was first built in the Yuan Dynasty (1206-1368) and is more than 400 meters long.

During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Ju'er Hutong was a gathering place for people of the Xiang Huang Division (an upper class group of the eight divisions commanded by the emperor). And No. 3, 5 and 7 houses are the former residence of Rong Lu, a provincial governor and right-hand man of Empress Dowager Cixi.

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Surrounding attractions: Nanluoguxiang, Yonghegong Lama Temple

Getting there: Bus 104, 108, 113, 612, 758 to Jiaodaokounan.