摘要
Located in the southwestern part of Chaoyang District in Beijing, Panjiayuan is so well known among tourists that its name has become synonymous with antiques. Covering an area of 48,500 square meters, the size of seven football pitches, Panjiayuan Antique Market’s most common commodities include curios, handmade works of art, jew- elry, ancient coins, calligraphy and painting, old books, vintage instruments, furniture and ethnic clothing. "Cultural revolution" (1966-76) antiques, such as badges of Chairman Mao Zedong’s portrait, are particularly popular.