The Song Dynasty Was Surprisingly Fun: Its Cities Were Open and Welcoming

What were cities in the Song Dynasty like? In this book, the author offers a detailed interpretation of Along the River During the Qingming Festival and The West Lake in Spring, painting a picture of Song Dynasty city life for readers.

Song Dynasty cities were more prosperous and open than we might imagine. There were no curfews, and city residents enjoyed a rich nightlife. They even had running water, along with many public parks where they could relax, and professional fire brigades as well...

Life in Song Dynasty cities reflected their open character and embodied an era in which officials and commoners alike shared in the joy.