History has its own life, it is like a person, both easy-going and self-respecting. ——Yu Qiuyu
Beijing Bada Hutong refers to Wang Guangfu Xie Street, Shaanxi Lane, Zhumao Hutong, Hanjiatan, and other areas, which were clean and cold during the Republic of China period and bright and green at night, and were a place where many rich men and social celebrities lingered.
In order to facilitate taxation, the government of the Republic of China divided the brothels into four classes: the Small Class, the Tea Room, the Lower Place, and the Lower Place; there was also the "Secret Door", and just by listening to the name, you probably knew that it was not a good place.
At that time, the women in the Eight Hutongs were basically the children of poor families who were sold to these places.
Basically every girl's background is pitiful.
These are prostitutes of the level of Hua Kui in the Eight Hutongs, whose names are hung at the door for guests who come to consume.
Bada Hutong is one of the must-visit places for many foreigners. The picture shows the foreigners in the Eight Hutongs
After the Japanese army invaded Peiping, the merchants of the Eight Hutongs put up such slogans...
The commander went into the eight alleys to have fun, leaving the soldiers standing guard.
There are also talent shows in upscale venues.
During the Republic of China period, many warlords and rich men and sons and brothers soaked in the eight hutongs all day long
Famous prostitute Sai Jinhua of the Republic of China
The competition is fierce, they are also divided into grades, good and beautiful money may not be able to buy, low-level general price is even less than the price of a pound of pork at that time.
Famous warlords Cai Yi and Xiao Fengxian.