Scenic spot introduction:
The former residence of Lei Lutai in Pingyao was built during the Daoguang period and has a history of more than 180 years. Lei Lutai, as the first shopkeeper of Rishengchang and the founder of China Bank, when he became prosperous, like northern businessmen, he carried out large-scale construction and built houses. Lei Lutai's former residence is located at No. 11 Shangximen Street in Pingyao City, Shanxi.Attractions distribution:
The entire courtyard faces north to south and is a traditional residential group consisting of two main courtyards and two bays. The main courtyard of the old residence has two front and rear entrances, and the structural layout is a sedan-pole courtyard. It is built on a high platform, with brick-carved fish patterns on the top of the gables, and a double-slope hard gable roof in the middle hall.Scenic spot features:
Photography, architectural landscape tours, former residences of celebritiesAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Scenic spot location:
China>Shanxi Province>Jinzhong City>Pingyao County
How to get there:
Within Pingyao Ancient City, it can be reached on foot.
Scenic area map:
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Tourist Transportation
Ticket price for Lei Lutai’s Former Residence:
The ancient city implements a package ticket system, 130 yuan/ticket. You cannot buy tickets individually, but you can buy half-price tickets with your student ID card.
Scenic area opening hours:
8:00-17:30
Attraction Tickets
Scenic spot telephone:
0354-5682314
