Central Street in Harbin

Century of history is condensed in these buildings.

It turned out that this place was inhabited by expatriates from various countries. Since Chinese workers often transported some goods from the Songhua River to the train station, they had to pass through this street. For convenience, they lived there. The neighborhood has become a gathering place for Chinese people. Therefore, this street in this place was called "China Street" by foreigners. It was not until 1929 that this street was renamed "Central Street". The change of name also reflects the increasing national consciousness and the government's power in the region.

Construction of the Madier Hotel began in 1906. It was named Modern in French, which means fashionable. It was also the most prosperous and fashionable place in Harbin at that time.

The Educational Bookstore has now moved to the opposite side of the Madier Hotel.

The Harbin Tourism Service Center, originally called Matsuura Bank, was built in 1909 and is the most famous Japanese building in Harbin. Three years later than Madiel, it is just opposite Madiel Hotel. At that time, it was also a landmark built to break through the Russian buildings on the street, in Baroque style. A battle of wits produces a masterpiece.