Qingping Market in Guangzhou came into existence in 1979. It has over 2000 stall along 1-km-long Qingping Lu and Ti Yun Lu in the north of Shamian Island. It is the largest street market in Guangzhou. Over 60, 000 people shop there every day at the Qingping Market in Guangzhou. The other features of the Qingping Market in Guangzhou include:
- Behind the packed crowds and stalls there are some jade and antique stalls
- Across the short bridge from the north shore of Shamian is the bustling, noisy complex of alleys packed with shops and market stalls.
- The central alley contains herbalists, spice sellers, and fruit and vegetable stalls. To the left is the infamous meat market, with dogs, cats, and various endangered species on sale.
- A collection of jade shops along with stores selling reproduction antiques, old watches and jewelry, Mao memorabilia, and other collectibles are also found here.
- Farther north, on Daihe Lu, is the private antiques market, where you''ll find plenty of old furniture, porcelain, jade, and banknotes.