Former residence of Shen Wansan

Shen Wansan's former residence is located in the happy world of Zhouzhuang. It was built according to Shen Wansan's legendary experience.

All kinds of techniques are used here to restore the life scene of this rich man in the south of the Yangtze River, so that people can get to know him personally.

The old house is very big and antique. Listen to the guide's explanation and understand the history. It's worth visiting here.

Former residence of Shen Wansan

Shen Wansan's former residence is located in the happy world of Zhouzhuang. Referring to various legends of Shen Wansan's becoming rich in business, the rough history, and the scenes of Shen's family's daily life, it is displayed by means of bronze statues, brick carvings, lacquer carvings, realistic models, layout, set boxes, clay sculptures, and comic strips. It is a museum with a comprehensive understanding of this legendary figure.

Here, the water tourism culture represented by Zhouzhuang is organically combined with the commercial culture represented by Shen Wansan. While enjoying the beautiful natural scenery, we can also experience the long-standing and unique human interest.

Introduction to former residence

In the third year of Hongwu (1370), the capital of transporting grain was summoned by the emperor Taizu of Ming Dynasty, so it was famous for a time. He donated a lot of money to build Nanjing city for emperor Taizu of Ming Dynasty. According to the biography of empress MA in the history of the Ming Dynasty, "those who made the people rich in Wuxing and Shen Xiu helped build one-third of the capital, and invited them to reward the army. The emperor said angrily, "every man rewards the emperor's army, and the people who are in trouble should be punished." Later, he said, "he is rich in the enemy country, but his people are not clear. If the people are not known, heaven will bring disaster. How can your majesty punish them? " It is Shi Xiu, who is stationed in Yunnan. "

Life of the characters

Shen Wansan was exiled to the frontier for offending Zhu Yuanzhang, but the story of his funding the construction of Nanjing city wall is still widely spread among the people, and he is a legendary historical figure. Nanjing is the main place where Shen Wansan engaged in commercial activities. He built many magnificent houses and gardens inside and outside the city. It is said that Baijiu Fang, heap grass Lane, oil Fang lane are all the Shenyang house house backyard. Shen Wansan moved to Yingtian, the capital, and lived in the area of Madao street. According to the records of Dongcheng, it is said that the rich people lived in Madao street After Shen Wansan's family property was lost, they were all official offices.

"New gegu Yaolun" records: "at the beginning of Hongwu, Shen Wansan, a Soviet, was not copied. Benches, chairs, tables, mother of pearl, and the six branches of government still exist. " Shen Wansan's former residence was zanwangfu during the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. There are still a huge stone drum, a nanmu hall and two small buildings in the No. 7 courtyard. The hall is of beam lifting structure, with four rooms wide and exquisite door brick carving. There are two rooms behind the hall, and the roof has not moved. It is located in the South old district of Qinhuai District, Nanjing city. There is No.43 bus to Madao street. The transportation is convenient, and it has less contact with other tourist attractions in the area.

Traffic information

It is within walking distance of Zhouzhuang Ancient Town.

Address: Donglong, Zhouzhuang Town, Kunshan City, Jiangsu Province, China

Longitude: 120.85796927194

Latitude: 31.112341133973

Transportation information: it is located 38 kilometers southeast of Suzhou city. When you get to Zhouzhuang, you usually choose to take a train or bus to Shanghai, Suzhou, Kunshan and Nanjing First, and then transfer to a special tourist line or shuttle bus, which is very convenient

1. Coach

① Suzhou - Zhouzhuang: there is a special tour bus to Zhouzhuang every 20 minutes at Suzhou north bus station.

② Kunshan Zhouzhuang: Kunshan bus station, there are tourist lines and buses to Zhouzhuang.

③ Zhejiang (Jiaxing) - Zhouzhuang: there are buses to Zhouzhuang at Jiaxing north bus station.

2. Self driving

① Starting from Shanghai: Shanghai → Yan'an viaduct road → G50 → Jinze exit → Shangta → Zhouzhuang Ancient Town

② Starting from Nanjing: Nanjing → Shanghai Nanjing Expressway (G2) → Kunshan exit → kunzhou highway → Jinxi → Zhouzhuang Ancient Town

③ Starting from Suzhou: Suhong Airport Road (s343) → kunzhou highway → Jinxi → Zhouzhuang

④ Starting from Zhejiang: Huzhou → Shanghai Jiangsu Zhejiang Expressway (G318) → Jinze exit → shangtan → Zhouzhuang Ancient Town

3. Bus: you can take bus from Zhouzhuang bus station to Zhouzhuang Ancient Town tourist area.

No. 261 in Zhouzhuang area gets on the bus from Zhouzhuang bus station, gets off at Zhouzhuang new pailou station, and then walks 50 meters to Zhouzhuang Ancient Town exhibition area.

4. Taxi: you can take a taxi from Zhouzhuang bus station to Guzhen, Santana 10 yuan / taxi, Xiali 5 yuan / minicar.

Tips: in addition, you can also choose to take a rickshaw, the price is 3 yuan / car. But it only takes ten minutes to walk from the bus station, which is the most cost-effective. And don't believe what some tricycle masters say that they can take you to the scenic spot for free.

Ticket information: included in Zhouzhuang happy world ticket.

Opening hours: 9:00-17:30

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