Scenic spot introduction:
Mao Zedong in Shaoshan former residence Located in Tudichongshangwuchang, Shaoshan Village, Shaoshan Township, Shaoshan City, Hunan Province, it faces south and is a "concave"-shaped building with a civil structure. Shaoshan is one of the 72 peaks of Nanyue Hengshan Mountain, surrounded by mountains with lush peaks, beautiful scenery and quiet environment. The lotus pond in front of the house is green and glittering, and ripples are created when the wind blows. The green mountains, green water, pine trees and green bamboos make this ordinary farmhouse full of vitality.In the fourth year of the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty (1878), Mao Zedong's great-grandfather Mao Zuren bought this place. After several generations of efforts, Mao Zedong's father Mao Shunsheng changed the thatched house into a tiled house and expanded it to 13 and a half rooms. Mao Zedong spent his unforgettable youth in Shangwuchang. On the top of the main door hangs a plaque inscribed by Deng Xiaoping in 1983: "Comrade Mao Zedong former residence "A wooden plaque with gold.
Attractions distribution:
Mao Zedong former residence It covers an area of 566.39 square meters, with a construction area of 472.92 square meters and 18 houses. former residence The exhibition consists of the former site of the private school where he studied in his youth, the former site of the Shaoshan Farmers' Night School, the former site of the Hunan Farmers' Movement, statues and bronze statues of his youth, and memorial exhibition facilities. A total of more than 500 cultural relics and materials, nearly 200 historical photos, 6 sculptures, 5 models, 6 scene restorations, 37 charts, and 10 oil paintings and Chinese paintings are on display, vividly showing Chairman Mao's great life.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 5A-level scenic spot, national key cultural relic protection unitScenic spot features:
Sightseeing, patriotic education, paying homage to great men and celebrities former residenceScenic spot map:
Travel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel Guide: Shaoshan Free Travel 2-Day Travel Guide 2017
travelling guideline:
Shaoshan is the hometown of Mao Zedong, and there are many attractions for great men, in addition to former residence Besides the ancestral hall, the Dripping Cave is also a must-see. After the tour, you must go to Mao's Restaurant to taste the famous "Mao's Braised Pork".
Tour route:
One-day tour of celebrity hometowns: Ningxiang → Liu Shaoqi's hometown, visit Ningxiang Huaming Tower, Liu Shaoqi former residence , Liu Shaoqi memorial ; Shaoshan → Mao Zedong former residence ,hair Bronze statue of the Chairman Square (30 minutes), Mao Zedong memorial .
Shaoshan Day Tour: Mao Zedong former residence → Mao Zedong Statue Square → Mao's Ancestral Hall → Relics Museum → Dripping Cave → Shaofeng Scenic Area
Shaoshan two-day tour:
D1: Mao Zedong former residence → Mao Zedong Square→ Mao Zedong Museum → Shaofeng Scenic Area.
D2: Dripping Cave → Comrade Mao Zedong Memorial Park (Liu Shaoqi’s hometown can be added).
Best time to visit:
Spring and Autumn
Shopping recommendations:
Xiangtan Dragon Brand Soy Sauce, Xiangtan Dengxin Cake, Lanling Tea, Rock Sugar Xianglian Tea, and Sheep and Deer Hair Tips.
Scenic spot map:
Scenic spot location:
China > Hunan Province > Xiangtan City > Shaoshan City
How to get there:
There are air-conditioned buses from Changsha South Railway Station to Shaoshan, which run every 50 minutes from 7:10 am to 5:10 pm, and the ticket price is about 20 yuan. There are also direct trains from Changsha to Shaoshan.
Scenic area map:
Click to expand the scenic area map
Ticket prices for Mao Zedong's Former Residence:
former residence , memorial , Bronze Statue: Free
South Bank: 10 yuan
Mao's Ancestral Hall :10 yuan
Mao Zedong Library: 10 yuan
Memorial Garden (including Ming Garden): 60 yuan
Poetry and Verse Stele Forest , Shaofeng Cableway, Shaofeng Temple: 80 yuan (comprehensive ticket)
Scenic area opening hours:
08:00~17:30
