文档介绍：平遥古城
The past prosperity1 of Shanxi lies in Pingyao， while the soul of Pingyao lies in its Old City. Founded during the Western Zhou Dynasty （1046～771 BC） and rebuilt in 1370， the Ancient City of Pingyao is nowadays one of China’s four best preserved old cities together with Lijiang Old Town， Huizhou Ancient City and Langzhong Ancient City. It has no charming view， green mountain or clear waters. There is the well-preserved ancient city， traditional buildings and time-honored2 shops. In 1997， it was regarded as a world cultural heritage3.
山西?^去的繁荣在于平遥，而平遥的灵魂在于它的老城。平遥古城始建于西周（公元前1046年～公元前771年），1370年重建，并连同丽江古城、惠州古城和阆中古城并称为当今中国四大保存最完好的古城。它没有迷人的景观、绿色的山峰或清澈的海水。但这里有保存完好的古城、传统民居和历史悠久的商铺。1997年，它被列为了世界文化遗产。 Ancient Ming-Qing Street （South Street）
If you want to have a look at the past prosperity of the Pingyao Ancient City， you should not miss the Ancient Ming-Qing Street. It has been the busiest commercial block of the city for hundreds of years. This 450-yard-long street gathers around 80 ancient stores
， including exchange shops， pawnshops4， security guard companies and other handicraft workshops. Walking along the Ming-Qing Street you may feel like being back in the crowded market in the old days. Not only can you view old and beautiful buildings， but also buy specialties5， snacks and souvenirs there. 古代明清街（南街）
如果想看看平遥古城过去的繁荣景象，你不可错过古代明清街。数百年来，它一直是城中最繁忙的商业街区