Haining Xu Zhimo’s Former Residence Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

The former residence of Xu Zhimo in Haining was the temporary residence of Xu Zhimo and Lu Xiaoman after their marriage. This is a small Western-style building that combines Chinese and Western styles. It was built in the autumn of 1926 and has more than 20 rooms. The rooms are equipped with hot and cold water pipes, electric lights, bathrooms and other equipment. This was undoubtedly an eye-catching building in rural China in the 1920s. mansion. Xu Zhimo calls this his "love nest". The former residence vividly reproduces Xu Zhimo’s family background, life, thoughts and literary activities through a combination of physical objects, pictures and texts, and at the same time restores Xu Zhimo’s study, bedroom and main hall. Let visitors here marvel at the short but colorful life of this talented modern poet in the strong aroma of books. Xu Zhimo's former residence is located at No. 40 Ganhe Street, Xiaoshi Town, Haining.

Attractions distribution:

The former residence has a construction area of ​​600 square meters, with two front and rear entrances. The main building has three rooms on the second floor, with east and west wing buildings in the front. There are also three rooms in the back building, with a terrace on the roof that can be climbed on. Time has passed, but the old household items here still seem to absorb all the life breath of the owner, including the breath. In this world apart, the owner's spirit, temperament, and unique personality charm are still revealed.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 2A-level scenic spot

Scenic spot features:

Photography, historical and cultural tours, former residences of celebrities