Ancient Chinese Markets

The greatest markets were found in the capital city of Changan. Changan had two enormous markets which were said to be almost 500 acres each in size. The markets were divided by streets into nine sectors. Each of the sectors was divided into lanes and each lane had an entrance sign that told what the specialty was on that particular lane. For example, one lane might sell meat, while another sold just produce or fish. In the center of the market was the office of the Market Commandant, and two additional agencies that were in charge of stabilizing the prices.