Ruifuxiang Silk – Drum Tower

Beijing


A touristy branch of the 150-year-old Ruifuxiang Silk store, where you can buy scarves, shawls, slippers, hats and Chinese-style clothing. Prices, which are marked, are reasonable for the quality.


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