Jiaxing Wang Guowei’s Former Residence Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

Wang Guowei is a famous scholar with an international reputation in modern my country. He is an academic giant and a master of Chinese studies who has made outstanding achievements in literature, aesthetics, history, philosophy, paleography, archaeology and other aspects. His representative works include: "Human Words", "Qu Lu", "Guantang Collection of Forests", etc. The former residence of Wang Guowei is located in Zhoujiadou, inside the west gate of Yanguan Town, Haining City, Zhejiang Province. It was the residence of his boyhood. This famous scholar spent thirteen spring and autumn years here. The courtyard is simple, simple, solemn and upright. Since its opening, it has attracted many tourists and scholars to pay their respects.

Attractions distribution:

Wang Guowei's former residence faces south and has two entrances: a bungalow in the front and a building in the back. There is a patio and a wing room between the two entrances, and the entire group of houses forms an independent courtyard. It is a typical Shikumen building. The display of the former residence is divided into three parts: the first part introduces Wang Guowei’s hometown, family background and life. The second part introduces Wang Guowei's main academic achievements and displays Wang's various works and manuscripts. The third part studies Wang Guowei’s works for experts and scholars at home and abroad. Wang Guowei was knowledgeable and well versed in Chinese and Western studies. He won the respect of the world with his great academic achievements.

Scenic spot qualifications:

The sixth batch of national key cultural relics protection units

Scenic spot features:

Architecture, culture, former residences of celebrities