Step out from Babaoshan Subway Station - Exit D and dive into Beijing's most authentic local vibe! More than just a transit hub, this area hides hutong eateries and traditional craft shops known only to longtime locals. Within 5 minutes' walk, you'll find 30-year-old fermented bean juice stalls or bustling wet markets bursting with life. As dusk falls, don't miss the grandpa simmering exploded tripe in copper pots at the alleyway - the aromatic broth will make you fall for this city instantly!

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