Lu Xun Museum
Lu Xun's former residence (Gongmenkou Ertiao), where he lived from spring 1924 to August 1926: in the small three-sided courtyard, the “Tiger's Tail” (a small room he added at the back) designed by Lu Xun himself is where he wrote *Wild Grass* and *Huagai Ji*, and the two lilac trees in the courtyard were planted by him
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-16:00 (closed Mondays)
- Ticket
- Free (reservation required)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
Lu Xun's former residence (Gongmenkou Ertiao), where he lived from spring 1924 to August 1926: in the small three-sided courtyard, the “Tiger's Tail” (a small room he added at the back) designed by Lu Xun himself is where he wrote Wild Grass and Huagai Ji, and the two lilac trees in the courtyard were planted by him. The biographical exhibition hall next to the residence systematically displays manuscripts, his book collection, and the prints he collected. Free with reservation; it lies in the Fuchengmennei area together with the White Pagoda Temple (Baitasi) neighborhood, ideal for literature lovers planning a half-day trip.
Getting there: Metro Line 2, Fuchengmen Station
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