Beijing is reviving its hutongs, or traditional alleys, and developing hutong culture. Follow Xinhua's Liu Yutian to visit the famed Shijia Hutong and sample its rich culture. #GLOBALink | China Xinhua News

#OneMinuteChina: Changes in the hutong The #hutong neighborhoods in #Beijing have witnessed tremendous changes. Watch as we talk to a senior who's a Beijing native as he recalls the old Beijing and the changes he has witnessed over the years. Video provided by www.theworldofchinese.com | China Culture

Hutong, the unique ancient alleys of Beijing, exude their own charm. Abdelaziz Ahmed, the travel ambassador for "Beijing's Hutong Culture" route, comes from Egypt and works as a bilingual anchor and reporter at CGTN. He explored Lingdang Hutong, Dongsi Hutong, experiencing local life, enjoying authentic Beijing snacks, learning the Beijing dialect, and even trying the famous yogurt. At Shijia Hutong Museum, he discovered hutong models and artifacts, deepening his understanding of Beijing's huton