Introduction to Zhang Bishi's former residence: Zhang Bishi's former residence is called the Blue House. Construction started in 1897 and took seven years to complete. Zhang Bishi is a Hakka, and the Blue House was built based on Feng Shui. Craftsmen were introduced in China and materials were imported from Scotland. In the year when construction started, Zhang Bishi was appointed as the Consul General of the Qing government in Singapore, and was also responsible for the affairs of Penang, Malacca and nearby British colonies. Therefore, he often travels between Singapore and Penang. After the completion of the Blue House, he has been promoted to Minister of Commerce and Investigation. Among the wealthy Nanyang businessmen who were awarded official titles by the Qing government, several Zhang Bishi had the highest status.
Although the appearance of the Blue House is very Chinese-style, the interior furnishings are a fusion of Chinese and Western styles, reflecting the combination of Chinese and Western styles.
Ticket: 12RM, need to take a guided tour. There are guided tours every day at 11:00 and 15:00.