Scenic spot introduction:
The Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall is a memorial hall built in memory of Cao Xueqin, the author of the Chinese classic "A Dream of Red Mansions", on the original site of Wu Mansion, a Qing Dynasty building in Liaoyang, his hometown.Attractions distribution:
The Wu Mansion where the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall is located was built in the Qing Dynasty and covers an area of 1,365 square meters. It is a two-entry courtyard with 21 hard-mounted tile-roofed houses. At the front door of the memorial hall, there is a golden plaque of "Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall" inscribed by Feng Qiyong, a famous "Red Studies" expert. There is a statue of Cao Xueqin in the courtyard. There are couplets in each exhibition room. The historical archives of the Cao family and the poems of Cao Xueqin's grandfather Cao Yin are inscribed in Liaoyang Qianshan. As well as a series of documentary materials such as Cao's family tree and Qing palace archives, it is shown that Cao Xueqin's ancestral home is Liaoyang. In addition, versions of "Dream of Red Mansions" and calligraphy and paintings by national famous artists based on "Dream of Red Mansions" are also displayed.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 1A-level scenic spotScenic spot features:
Cultural tour, Dream of Red Mansions, Memorial HallAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Liaoning Province>Liaoyang City
How to get there:
The Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall is located in the courtyard of Dongwu Mansion on Xiaoshizijiekou Road, West of Liaoyang Old Town. You can walk or take a taxi in Liaoyang Old Town.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall ticket price:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Summer 8:30-16:30 (last entry at 16:15)
Winter 9:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:45)