Shangxiajiu is a historic and hugely popular shopping street in the old Xiguan district of Guangzhou, famous for its distinctive arcaded qilou buildings that shelter shoppers from sun and rain. Its bustling lanes are packed with shops selling clothing, jewellery, snacks and local specialities, along with traditional restaurants and teahouses. Atmospheric, lively and steeped in old Canton character, it offers a more traditional and local shopping experience than the modern malls and is a wonderful place to browse, eat and experience the everyday life of the city.