Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum

Time: 2024.01.27 Saturday 19:00 Venue: Chengdu Dong'an Lake Sports Park Multi-functional Gymnasium The beginning of 2024 is all about nostalgia, with Huang Pinyuan from our childhood memories bringing his Xiao Wei along. Do you remember how you felt when you first heard the song Xiao Wei? Come to the concert and take the opportunity to experience the sights of Chengdu! 1. Dujiangyan Scenic Area The Dujiangyan Scenic Area, located on the main stream of the Minjiang River to the west of Dujiangyan City, was constructed by Li Bing, the governor of Shu County of the Qin State, and his son around 256 BC. It is the most intact ancient water conservancy project in China today. The project consists of the Fish Mouth Levee, the Feisha Weir flood channel, and the Baopingkou water diversion mouth as the three main components, along with subsidiary projects such as the Baizhang Dyke and the Renzi Dyke. It separates the turbulent Minjiang River into the outer river for flood discharge and the inner river for irrigation, turning the western Sichuan Plain into the 'Land of Abundance'. 2. Wuhou Shrine The Wuhou Shrine in Chengdu is a temple dedicated to the heroes of the Shu Han, such as Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang. It was founded in the first year of the Zhaolie Emperor of Shu Han (221 AD) when Liu Bei's Hui Ling was built, and the Han Zhaolie Temple was constructed at the same time. 3. Du Fu Thatched Cottage The former residence of Du Fu, the famous poet of the Tang Dynasty, during his stay in Chengdu. Du Fu lived here for nearly four years, writing hundreds of poems, making it a 'sacred site' in the history of Chinese literature. The current Du Fu Thatched Cottage has been restored multiple times during the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties.

【Introduction】 Du Fu Thatched Cottage is the former residence of Du Fu, a great poet of the Tang Dynasty, when he lived in Chengdu. It is located at No. 37 Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu City, Sichuan Province. Du Fu lived here for nearly four years, writing more than 240 poems. At the end of the Tang Dynasty, the poet Wei Zhuang found the site of the cottage, rebuilt the thatched house, and preserved it. The cottage has been repaired and expanded in the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The Du Fu Thatched Cottage covers an area of nearly 300 mu, still retaining the architectural layout from the reconstruction and expansion in the 13th year of Hongzhi of the Ming Dynasty (1500) and the 16th year of Jiaqing of the Qing Dynasty (1811). The screen wall, main gate, grand hall, Poetry History Hall, Chaimen, Ministry of Works Shrine are arranged along a central axis, flanked by symmetrical corridors and other auxiliary buildings. The cottage houses a collection of over 30,000 volumes of various materials. In 1955, the Du Fu Memorial Hall was established, and in 1985 it was renamed the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum. 🕘【Opening Hours】 All year 09:00-18:00 💴【Ticket Price】 50 yuan/person ⛺【Attractions】 Thatched Cottage Grand Hall - Poetry History Hall - Ministry of Works Shrine - Shaoling Thatched Cottage Stele Pavilion - Flower Path - Plum Garden - Daya Hall - Huanhua Shrine - Thatched House - Tang Dynasty Ruins - Wanfo Tower 🚌【Transportation Guide】 Subway: Take Line 4 to Caotang North Road Station, exit from Exit B, and walk 1 kilometer Chengdu Bus: Take bus 208, 82, 59, 35, 170, 58, 165 or drive yourself 👉【Itinerary】 The total area of Du Fu Thatched Cottage is nearly 300 mu, divided into: cultural relics sightseeing area (old site of the cottage), garden sightseeing area (Plum Garden), and service area (Caotang Temple). Inside the old site of the cottage, the screen wall, main gate, grand hall, Poetry History Hall, Chaimen, Ministry of Works Shrine are arranged along a central axis, flanked by symmetrical corridors and other auxiliary buildings. There are winding streams, connecting bridges, and bamboo and trees that create a solemn, simple, elegant, yet serene and clear atmosphere. To the east of the Ministry of Works Shrine is a 'Shaoling Thatched Cottage' stele pavilion. It is recommended to spend 4-5 hours visiting. 🧡【Preparation Before Departure】 1. Purchase tickets in advance and carry valid documents 2. Check the local weather before setting out

📍Chengdu is a city full of charm that makes you want to return again and again😍. This guide will take you through the beautiful scenery and delicious food of Chengdu🤩, making your trip even more perfect! 🎫Ticket Prices: - Wuhou Shrine: 60 RMB/person - Du Fu Thatched Cottage: 60 RMB/person - Qingcheng Mountain: 80 RMB/person - Dujiangyan: 80 RMB/person 📝Day1️⃣: - 🍜Start the morning with a bowl of Long Chao Shou😋, then head to Wuhou Shrine to experience the charm of the Three Kingdoms culture🧐. - 🚶♀️Then stroll to Jinli Ancient Street, where you can find various traditional handicrafts and local snacks🍡. Enjoy eating and browsing at the same time, it's so pleasant😝. - 🐼For lunch, try some of Chengdu's special dishes, such as Dan Dan noodles🍜, which are smooth and chewy; Zhong dumplings🥟, delicious and perfect for one bite; Bo Bo chicken🐔, spicy and fragrant, irresistibly delicious; rabbit head🐰, tender and increasingly tasty; and Bingfen🍧, cool and refreshing, perfect for relieving spiciness and greasiness. - 🌳In the afternoon, head to Du Fu Thatched Cottage to appreciate the poetic life of ancient literati🤓. - 🌌In the evening, you can visit Chunxi Road to experience the bustling night scene of Chengdu🌃. 📝Day2️⃣: - 🌄Wake up in the morning and try a portion of egg-baked cake🥞, then go to Qingcheng Mountain to breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature🤗. - 🛤️In the afternoon, visit Dujiangyan to see this ancient and great water conservancy project🤩, and understand the wisdom of the ancients. - 🍵In the evening, return to the city and find a hot pot restaurant😍, taste the authentic Chengdu hot pot, and let your taste buds fully enjoy😜! 🌟Food Recommendations: - Long Chao Shou: Thin skin, large filling, fresh and tasty soup, super satisfying with one bite😝! - Dan Dan noodles: Chewy noodles, rich sauce, so delicious you can't stop🍜! - Zhong dumplings: Fresh meat filling, bouncy and chewy dumpling skin🥟! - Bo Bo chicken: Various skewers soaked in spicy broth, greatly increasing appetite🐔! - Egg-baked cake: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with both sweet and savory flavors🥞! 🌟Summary: Chengdu is a vibrant and charming city🤩, with a rich history, culture, and cuisine😍. Come to Chengdu and let your mouth and eyes enjoy this feast together🤗!

📍Detailed address: Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum is located at No. 37 Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu City, Sichuan Province. It is the former residence of Du Fu, a great poet of the Tang Dynasty, during his stay in Chengdu. It is the largest, best-preserved, most famous, and most characteristic Du Fu historical site in China. 🚗Transportation strategy: ●Bus route: Take bus No. 35, 58, 82, 151, 165, 170, 1024, 1031, and get off at Du Fu Thatched Cottage Station. ●Second Ring BRT route: Take the rapid transit bus and get off at the Guanghua Village Intersection Station, and it's about a 10-minute walk to the main entrance of the Thatched Cottage (No. 28 Caotang Road). ●Subway routes: ●Line 2: Get off at the Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Station, and transfer to bus No. 58 to reach Du Fu Thatched Cottage Station. ●Line 4: Get off at Caotang North Road Station, walk to No. 37 Qinghua Road, North Gate of the Thatched Cottage, or transfer to community bus No. 1134 from Exit B. 🕙Opening hours: 8:30-19:00 (Ticket sales stop at 18:00) 💰Ticket price: 50 yuan/person, children 25 yuan/person, student tickets 28 yuan/person. Tour route: ●Main entrance—Grand Courtyard—Shi Shi Hall—Chai Men—Gong Bu Ci—Shaoling Thatched Cottage Stele Pavilion—Former Residence Thatched Cottage—Tang Dynasty Ruins—Bonsai Garden—Flower Path—Shadow Wall—Daya Hall—South Gate 🌟Highlights: ●Garden scenery: Du Fu Thatched Cottage is built beside Huanhua Creek, and all the water features in the garden come from Huanhua Creek, presenting layouts in the west, middle, and east directions. The water features are connected by streams, winding and meandering as if naturally formed, with shimmering reflections on the water, incredibly beautiful. Coupled with carefully arranged plants and inscribed boards, it is full of unique charm. ●Architectural style: The architectural style of the Thatched Cottage is diverse, known for its small and elegant features, offering a view at every step. The main buildings include the shadow wall, main gate, grand courtyard, Shi Shi Hall, Chai Men, and Gong Bu Ci, breaking the spatial relationship and adding depth to the scenery. ●Ancient reconstruction: The residential architecture of Sichuan is well preserved in the Thatched Cottage. Following the traditional pattern of western Sichuan residences, the Thatched Cottage is built with traditional craftsmanship and materials, allowing visitors to feel what the homes of Sichuan's ancestors looked like thousands of years ago. ●Cultural activities: 'Chengdu Poet Saint Cultural Festival' is an important cultural brand event in Chengdu, a continuation and sublimation of the Sichuan intangible cultural heritage activity 'Human Day Tour of the Thatched Cottage', and also a Spring Festival feature of the Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum. In addition, the Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum also has a cultural and creative shop, selling characteristic cultural and creative products, such as 'Poetic Painting Coasters' infused with Du Fu's poetry, 'Du Fu Small Liquor' with exquisite packaging, and Thatched Cottage-themed crafts presented with the intangible heritage craft 'Mianzhu New Year Paintings'.

Mr. Feng Zhi once said about the Du Fu Thatched Cottage in Chengdu: "When people mention Du Fu, they can ignore his birthplace and place of death, but they can never forget the Thatched Cottage in Chengdu." Du Fu Thatched Cottage is located on Qinghua Road in Qingyang District. It was the residence built by the great Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu to avoid the 'An Lushan Rebellion'. With the help of friends, he chose the elegant environment of Huanhua Creek to construct a thatched cottage, where he stayed for four years and wrote more than 240 popular poems, such as 'A Song of a Cottage Destroyed by Autumn Winds', 'Sad Parting', 'Sick Orange', 'Withered Palms', and other famous works. However, the original thatched cottage no longer exists. It was later rebuilt to commemorate the great poet, and the expanded Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum. Location introduction: To the northeast of Du Fu Thatched Cottage is the Sichuan Provincial Museum, and to the southeast is Huanhua Creek Park (that is, along Thatched Cottage Road, with the park on one side and the cottage on the other). It is recommended to plan a visit to both. Visiting time: The Du Fu Thatched Cottage is quite large, and it is generally recommended to reserve 1-2 hours for a visit. Scenic spot entrance: There is a main gate and a smaller gate, both on Thatched Cottage Road, with a small and ancient style. The north gate is larger, and tickets are usually purchased there, on Qinghua Road. Scenic spot landscape: Main gate---Daya Hall---Chaimen---Gongbu Shrine---Flower Path---Plum Garden---Du Poetry Calligraphy Woodcut Gallery---Thousand Buddha Tower---Tang Dynasty Relics Exhibition Hall.

Coming to Chengdu, the two must-visit museums are the Du Fu Thatched Cottage and Wuhou Shrine. Due to time constraints, I only visited the Du Fu Thatched Cottage and fell in love with its beautiful scenery~ 🌷 The Du Fu Thatched Cottage was the residence of Du Fu when he fled the An Lushan Rebellion in Chengdu. Du Fu lived here for four years and wrote more than 240 poems. However, the thatched cottage no longer existed after Du Fu left, and the current cottage was rebuilt during the Jiaqing era of the Qing dynasty, featuring a typical Chinese garden style. 🌷 Even if you're not interested in Du Fu, this is also a great place to enjoy spring and flowers. Large magnolias are in full bloom, thousands of pear trees are smiling, and potted azaleas are competing in beauty... The place transforms into a sea of flowers, with tranquility everywhere. 🛣️ Recommended route: South Gate ➡️ Cottage Exhibition Room ➡️ Daya Hall ➡️ Flower Path ➡️ Huanhua Shrine ➡️ Bonsai Garden ➡️ Tang Dynasty Ruins ➡️ Thatched Cottage ➡️ Gongbu Shrine ➡️ Chaimen ➡️ Shishi Hall ➡️ Dagai ➡️ Main Gate 🌷 However, there are many gates to the Du Fu Thatched Cottage, and the layout inside is not very regular, so it can be a bit difficult to find your way. In that case, you can just wander at will, and the attractions you stumble upon are all beautiful~ 🌸 Flower Path: The Flower Path is where the famous red wall of the Du Fu Thatched Cottage is located. There are many people taking photos here, so it's recommended to take pictures at the corner to capture the moment when there are no people. 🌸 Bonsai Garden: There are large and small bonsai trees arranged here, which feels very leisurely and comfortable, and there are many beautiful azaleas! 🌸 Near the Thatched Cottage: The pond near the thatched cottage is really beautiful! You can enjoy the sound of the babbling brook, paired with the thatched cottage on the shore, it's very 'forest-style'. 🌸 Near the Tang Dynasty Ruins: There is a large pond near the ruins, with a small stone path laid on it, and you can even walk to the middle of the pond. There is a whole pear tree in bloom by the pond, paired with a small waterfall, the scenery is extremely pleasing to the eye. 🗒️ Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum 📍 No. 37, Qinghua Road, Qingyang District 🕒 9:00-18:00 💰 50 yuan 🌸 Recommended visiting time: 2-3 hours 🚇 Subway Line 5 Qingyang Palace

Sisters, pay attention! The wintersweet in Chengdu is blooming! Du Fu Thatched Cottage is no exception. The best place to match plum blossoms and ancient buildings is the Cultural and Creative Hall! On weekends, you can make an appointment with your family to check in here! . 📍Location: Du Fu Thatched Cottage, the plum blossoms are taken in the Cultural and Creative Hall 🎫Ticket: 50 🚇Transportation: Subway Line 4 Caotang North Road B exit, more than 10 minutes walk . 【Some tips】 1️⃣The transportation at the north gate is more convenient than other gates, it is recommended to enter from the north gate 2️⃣Buy tickets at the entrance, if you didn't bring your ID, you can also buy it by reporting your ID number. 3️⃣Du Fu Thatched Cottage is really big, playing and taking pictures along the way, it also takes more than 3 hours, you can take a map at the entrance and follow it, it's easier to find the right place.

Getting There - Central Chengdu Attractions - The Poet Of Du Fu Cottage. One of the attractions to do when you visit Chengdu, it's no big shakes if you don't know much about Chinese Poetry, we spent a couple of hours walking around the gardens. Would have been a better experience in cooler weather I would say, overall not the most exciting place I've been to in China. #historicculture#summervacation

|| The story behind 'River Village'. Today I want to talk about a rather light-hearted poem 'River Village': A clear river embraces the village, the long summer village is quiet; The swallows come and go on their own, the gulls in the water are close to each other. The old wife draws a chessboard on paper, the young son makes a fishing hook with a needle; But there are old friends who provide for food, what more can I ask for with this small body? That year, with the help of friends like Yin Pei and Gao Shi, the governor of Shu State, Du Fu and his family finally settled down in the Thatched Cottage by the Huanhua Creek. He finally had a moment of leisure and tranquility, and could enjoy a little bit of peaceful days. He watched the clear river flowing by the village, the swallows fluttering in front of the hall, the gulls playing freely in the water, and looked at his wife and children, each with their own joy, a sense of happiness welled up. In the turbulent times of the Anshi Rebellion, having a place to live, having a wife and children to accompany, having food to eat, leisure and tranquility, what else to worry about? So 'River Village' can be said to be the best situation for the people of Guanzhong to take refuge in Shu, Du Fu should just be one of them, just a little better. Du Fu's position in the history of poetry is well known, being hailed as the Poet Saint, naturally in this field, has reached the highest realm. He left more than 1450 poems in his life, Yuan Zhen commented: 'He surpasses the elegance of the past, embodies the depth of Shen and Song, his words surpass Su and Li, his spirit surpasses Cao and Liu, he hides his face in the lofty solitude of Xie, and mixes the flowery beauty of Xu and Yu, he has all the styles of the past and present, and also has what everyone specializes in. But Du Fu was able to leave so many high-quality poems, in fact, he also needs to thank a person, and this person is Du Fu's wife. Du Fu had only one person to accompany him in his life, at the age of 29, he married the daughter of Yang Yi, the junior minister of agriculture at the time. We all know that before the Anshi Rebellion, Du Fu was stranded in Chang'an for ten years seeking an official position but not getting one, because the cost of living was too high, he had to place his wife and children in Fengxian County. He finally got a position as a junior military officer in the Right Guard Rate's office, but the next month the Anshi Rebellion broke out. After that, Du Fu's life was even more difficult. He wanted to follow Emperor Suzong, but like Wang Wei, he became a scapegoat and was captured by the rebels, and for a time all news was cut off, it is imaginable how difficult it was for his wife, who was struggling to survive with their children. Despite such difficulties, Du Fu's wife, Mrs. Yang, was still able to handle it well. Fortunately, Du Fu escaped, they moved around Qinzhou, Tonggu and finally came to Shu, so there was the plain and comfortable life in 'River Village'. We don't see much of Du Fu's depiction of his wife, but we can see from Du Fu's experience his deep affection and gratitude for his wife, it can be said that without his wife Yang, there would be no stable rear for Du Fu, without Yang, perhaps his poems would have been born with many tunes of lamenting his own life, there would be more pettiness, and less concern for the world. It's not easy to meet a good woman, and it's even harder to meet a good woman who will never leave you in life, Du Fu is unfortunate, but also lucky. This is just my opinion, please forgive me. Originality is not easy, please like and follow.

🌿 Stepping into this lush green land, it feels as if traveling through time, back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. Du Fu Thatched Cottage is not only the place where Du Fu once lived, but also a treasure of ancient Chinese culture. 📜 Walking on the quaint path, each step treads through the long river of history. Every building and stone in the cottage seems to tell the stories of the ancients. It's as if one can see Du Fu here, wielding his brush and ink, creating those timeless poems. 🌸 In spring, the peach blossoms here are in full bloom, picturesque; in summer, the green trees provide cool shade, pleasant and refreshing; in autumn, the ground is covered with red leaves, as poetic and picturesque as ever; in winter, the landscape is draped in silver, resembling a fairyland. Each season has its unique beauty. 📷 Pick up the camera and capture the beauty of this moment. Every corner is a perfect spot for photography. Whether it's the ancient buildings or those meaningful verses, they are all perfect subjects under the lens. 📍 Location: No. 37 Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu City, Sichuan Province, China 🚉Transportation guide: Nearby public transportation stops Subway Line 4 - Caotang North Road Station (Exit B) Walk 1.3 kilometers to arrive Bus No. 58 - Du Fu Thatched Cottage Station Walk 448 meters to arrive Bus No. 13 - Subway Caotang North Road Station Walk 1.3 kilometers to arrive 🕙Opening hours: 09:00-18:00 open (Stop selling tickets at 17:00, stop entry at 17:00) 💰Tickets: Adult ticket 50 yuan Concession ticket (students/children) 25 yuan Children's ticket (6 years old (inclusive) or under 1.3 meters (inclusive)) free Senior ticket (60 years old (inclusive) and above) free 💡 Visiting Du Fu Thatched Cottage is not just a trip, but also a cultural experience. Here, you can feel the charm of ancient culture and find inner peace.

Wow, the flower season in Chengdu is truly breathtaking! In the coming months, Chengdu will welcome a season of blooming flowers, with a variety of flora blossoming, offering a beautiful sight to behold! Let's take a look at the guide to enjoying the flower season in Chengdu! 🌸 1️⃣ Cherry Blossoms ⏰: January, March 🌸 Recommended places: Qinglong Lake Wetland Park, Manhua Manor 2️⃣ Plum Blossoms ⏰: February 🌸 Recommended places: Huanhua Stream, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Qingyang Palace, Intangible Cultural Heritage 3️⃣ Tulips ⏰: February 🌸 Recommended places: Culture Park 4️⃣ Rapeseed Flowers ⏰: March 🌸 Recommended places: Tianfu Agricultural Expo Park 5️⃣ Magnolia ⏰: March 🌸 Recommended places: Sansheng Temple, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Nanjiao Park, Wenjiang 6️⃣ Paulownia Flowers ⏰: Early March 🌸 Recommended places: Hongxing Bridge 7️⃣ Purple-leaf Plum Blossoms ⏰: March 🌸 Recommended places: Jinsha Riverside Park 8️⃣ Hydrangea ⏰: Late March 🌸 Recommended places: Wenjiang Red Maple Base 9️⃣ Sweet Osmanthus ⏰: End of March - April 🌸 Recommended places: Fuhe Photography Park, People's Park, Sichuan University 🔟 Wisteria ⏰: End of March - April 🌸 Recommended places: Wuhua Alley, Wisteria Tree Inn 1️⃣1️⃣ Roses ⏰: April 🌸 Recommended places: Wenjiang 1️⃣2️⃣ Jacaranda ⏰: May 🌸 Recommended places: Xiaotong Alley, Longtan Water Town, Wu Jin Road 1️⃣3️⃣ Daisy ⏰: May 🌸 Recommended places: UESTC Qingshuihe Campus South Gate No. 2 1️⃣4️⃣ Lotus ⏰: June - July 🌸 Recommended places: Guihu Park, Culture Park, Nanhu Park 1️⃣5️⃣ Sunflowers ⏰: Mid-June - July 🌸 Recommended places: Sanyuan Metro Station, Longtan Serpentine Land, Southwest Jiaotong University Xipu Campus (Northeast Gate) 1️⃣6️⃣ Crape Myrtle ⏰: July - August 🌸 Recommended places: Wenjiang Hesheng Crape Myrtle Park These flowering periods are staggered, allowing you to fully enjoy the wonders of nature in Chengdu's spring! For more hidden gems and guides in Chengdu, remember to follow us! 💗

The most comfortable weather in March and April is about to end, and the people of Chengdu, who are afraid of both cold and heat, should hurry up and go for a spring outing~ Besides planning a weekend suburban spring outing in advance, you can also visit the museums right at your doorstep, which might be even more relaxing and comfortable. Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum With the spring breeze on your face, the cottage at this time of the year carries a hint of coolness, mixed with a touch of warmth. As the breeze blows, you can hear the rustling of the leaves, the babbling of the brook, and the interweaving of various insect sounds, as if whispering the stories of spring. This is the pulse of the earth and the rhythm of life, as well as the symphony unique to the spring of the Thatched Cottage. Strolling along the paths of the cottage, the scent of spring hits you in the face. You can smell the fragrance of the earth emanating from the fresh soil, and also the scent of various budding flowers, intoxicating you in the wonderful fragrance of spring.