Lihuangpi Road

The hustle and bustle of life in the old city and the sense of story exuded by the Western-style houses along the streets showcase the life sentiment of old Wuhan and the historical traces of a hundred years.

Lihuangpi Road is a historical landmark of the former concession area. It is a place where Western-style retro buildings are intertwined with modern life, presenting a vivid portrayal of Wuhan's modern and contemporary history. With red brick exterior walls and old trees providing a backdrop, every brick and tile tells the story of the passage of time. Nowadays, it has become a romantic old street where people can enjoy a slow-paced life in Wuhan.

Highlights of Lihuangpi Road

The Former Site of the Pak Mansion

The Former Site of the Pak Mansion

Back then, the Pak brothers purchased this piece of land, which was as long as the length of two streets. After ten years of construction, the Pak Mansion was finally completed, and it also became one of the landmarks within this concession area.

This is a building with a strong French style. Standing downstairs, one can feel the rich French charm, making it an excellent place for taking photos. It is somewhat similar to the Wukang Building in Shanghai. All the exterior walls of the Pak Mansion are made of red bricks and stones. At the top floor of the building, there is a design of a white ancient castle tower top. Each window features an arched design. The red walls and the snow-white railings add more luster to this building.

The Old Western-style House of Wangde Hall

The Old Western-style House of Wangde Hall

Wangde Hall was built around 1930. It used to be a Spanish church and is now rented by different merchants. The first floor has been transformed into an art space, namely the "Global Artists Art Museum". There are different exhibition activities held in the museum at different times.

It features a Renaissance style, and there are beautiful Baroque-style carvings on the stone pillars at the entrance. Nowadays, the first floor has been transformed into an art space, and the second floor is the "Yisuo Bookstore", where people can read books, attend sharing sessions, and go to night schools.

Creative Small Shops

Interesting Handicrafts

There are many interesting handicrafts and ingeniously designed works on Lihuangpi Road, such as handicrafts, flowers, delicious food, etc. It is an ideal place for strolling around and shopping.

To understand Wuhan, one should not only experience the prosperity of the new urban areas but also take a stroll in the old urban areas to feel the hustle and bustle of the streets.