1140h (PEK TIME) On our way to the Hutongs, walked past this Fire God Temple.

Went in the temple to do some prayers.

1150h (PEK TIME) This is the HouHai area.

Check out the chinese style buildings.

Similar to Singapore' Clarke Quay in the night with its cafes and bars.

1155h (PEK TIME) This is the DaJinSi Hutong area.

The number of electrical meters indicates how many families are staying in this Hutong.

The 2 rectangular stones in front of the door indicates this household belonged to a scholar. The 2 knobs on the door indicates the rank of the owner. It is either 2 or 4 knobs.

In this case, the 2 drum-like statues means the owner is a warrior/soldier status.

The narrow alleys of the Hutong.

1205h (PEK TIME) Took a photo here in front of the SiHeYuan.

1210h (PEK TIME) Walking along the YanDaiXieJie and saw this interesting delivery "bike".

Quite a few interesting shops along the street.

The gate for YanDaiXieJie. Many years ago, this street was known for its tobacco business in tobacco pipes thus its name.

1215h (PEK TIME) The Drum Tower.

2205h (HK TIME) The Bell Tower. In the past, these towers served as the official clocks for the capital city. Bells in the morning and Drums for the evening.

1230h (PEK TIME) After a tour of the Hutong, we made our way to the lunch venue.

1250h (HK TIME) The duck and fried dumplings were tasty.

This beancurd soup was just MEH.....