Qinyuan Lane - A Small Alley Filled with Diligence and Lofty Ideals

The blue stone slabs and the peddle-paved path among the white walls and black tiles are the peaceful crevices of Hangzhou. Besides the small bridges, flowing water, and residential houses, the most sentimental part of Jiangnan is the winding alleys. Qinyuan Lane, located in the Drum Tower area of Shangcheng District, lives up to its name and is a place full of diligence and lofty ideals.

It is said that "Qinyuan Lane" got its name from the Ming Dynasty. At that time, this area was named "Qinyuanfang" and was a bustling area in Hangzhou. The residents of Qinyuanfang mostly came from prestigious families in Jiangnan region. They adhered to the values of diligence, effort, and aspiring to higher goals, injecting a unique spiritual landscape into this community.

There is also a saying that the name of Qinyuan Lane is related to a historical figure. During the Ming Dynasty, there was an official named Zhou Yuan who lived in Qinyuanfang. He was respected by the community for his kindness to his neighbors and his ability to make friends widely. To commemorate him, people named this alley Qinyuan Lane, symbolizing diligence and noble ideals.

Today's Qinyuan Lane still retains many traditional architectural styles and features, such as blue bricks and black tiles, wooden doors and stone steps, all displaying an antique and elegant atmosphere. The residents here are warm and hospitable, paying attention to the inheritance and development of traditional culture. They are skilled in tea art, calligraphy, and painting, passing down these precious artistic values in their own way. Here, you can feel the love and respect for traditional culture and taste authentic Hangzhou snacks and tea. The vendors along the alley tout various snacks and daily necessities, and customers stop to choose what they need, forming vivid street scenes. In this vibrant alley, both the young and the old can find something they like, and tradition and modernity blend together, showcasing the unique charm of Hangzhou.

Qinyuan Lane not only carries rich historical and cultural heritage, but also inherits the positive values and spiritual landscape of community residents who are diligent and hardworking.