[2025 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Former Residence of Hu Xueyan (Updated Feb)

#100 Ways to Travel Hangzhou has a long history and has many cultural relics. Among them is the former residence of Hu Xueyan, a red-roofed businessman in the late Qing Dynasty. His miraculous experience of rising from a humble servant to a first-rank official is amazing, but after reading the biography, you won’t be too surprised. Unexpectedly, his achievements are worth learning from business people👍 The former residence is located near Hefang Street, opposite the Deoksugung Palace left over from the Southern Song Dynasty. From a distance, you can see the towering white exterior walls and dark gray bricks on the roof. At first glance, it looks like an Anhui-style building, which is very different from the typical Jiangsu and Zhejiang buildings. The appearance of the entire former residence is very low-key, which is far from the financial resources of his wealthy country. Even the carvings on the windows and doors are simple and plain, which is very different from the exquisite and complicated styles in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. The scale of the rockery garden is also far smaller than the well-known Humble Administrator's Garden. The only low-key reveal The financial resources are probably all kinds of furniture, such as rosewood, beech, rosewood, etc., which are very expensive at first glance. The itinerary can be arranged with Deoksugung Palace, the ruins of the Southern Song Dynasty, and the Hangzhou Museum of Art. Afterwards, have dinner at Hefang Street and then walk around. The half-day itinerary is perfect❤️ #weekendclock#Where to go on weekends #Hangzhou attractions #historic sites tour #Hangzhou travel #Chinese garden #familytravel

The Former residence of Hu Xueyan is located in Hangzhou, specifically in Yuanbao street. It’s a historical, cultural and stunning place where you can see the wonderful combination between Chinese traditional architecture and western styles. It makes you feel like teleporting in time, the place is totally magical, specially the garden with pools, bridges, flowers and trees…Absolutely charming, totally recommended!🤍 -The admission fee is 20¥/person . . . . #staycation #summervacation #triplocal #hangzhou #scenicspotguide #culturalattractions #goodplace #tripmoments

Hold it....Not done with Hangzhou yet.. After the brief tour of the Hupao spring, I realised I had a lot of time to kill... so, I headed to the former residence of Hi Xueyan.. Let's be honest, didn't know what to expect since it was my friends idea.. I assumed we will just be glancing at a lot of walls but I was so wrong... Getting There - Still lazy and trying to maximise sights per day, so a didi as usual... it took about 30 minutes drive from the Hupao spring. it is located at 18 YuanBao street, Shangcheng district, hangzhou Just like before.. QR code scan to book entry, costs 20 rmb for the residence alone. Attractions - Simply amazing to watch how the detailed design and nature coexisted in the residence.. you get a tour of the garden, courtyards, halls... lots of stone carvings and passages.. Food & Restaurants - There is a stop shop where you can grab cold drinks, cup noodles, some snacks.. this was a needed store as it was rather hot.. Shopping - vending machine for souvenirs.. This took about 1. 5 hours overall... Probably now is a good time to grab lunch (but no... heading on to Lingyun Temple..

[Let's take a picture of the Chinese paintings of the small people] "Scattered flowers and fascinating eyes, Asakusa can not have horseshoes" is the most appropriate portrayal of Hangzhou in spring, many people will choose to go to the outskirts of Hangzhou, in fact, Hangzhou City In the backyard of Hu Xueyans former residence, the beautiful scenery of the flowers and pavilions and pavilions is the most charming spring scenery; Hu Xueyans former residence is the first mansion of the Qing Dynastys giant merchants, and the natural back gardens grass and trees are also carefully The beautiful scenery of the design, the house can often see the girl who likes the ancient style wearing Hanfu to view the scene, even if it is just a plain white skirt, in the twists and turns of the pavilion and pavilion, there is a passing charm to the picture. The yard of the flower season is more Its a Chinese painting, its beautiful.

Former residence of Hu Xueyan, located in Hefang Street of Hangzhou City and Yuanbao Street in the east of Dajing Lane Historical and Cultural Protection Area, was built in the 11th year of Qing Tongzhi (1872), at the peak of Hu Xueyan's career. At that time, the mansion project lasted for 3 years and was completed in 1875. The completed former residence is a beautiful mansion with Chinese traditional architectural features and Western architectural style. The whole building is long and wide in the north and south, covering an area of 10.8 mu and a building area of 5,815 square meters. Former residences, whether from the building or from the furnishings of the interior furniture, the use of materials, can be called the first luxury home of Chinese giants in the late Qing Dynasty. This Hu Xueyan private house covers an area of 7,230 square meters. It starts from Niuyangsi Lane in the east, Yuanbao Street in the south, Yuanjing Lane in the west and Wangjiang Road in the north. The surrounding walls are towering into the sky. It is rumored to be made of glutinous rice soup, which is as solid as cement and can be fireproof and waterproof. The whole house is designed as a typical Jiangnan garden-style mansion in the late Qing Dynasty. It is magnificent and luxurious. The materials used are a lot of precious red sandalwood, rosewood, nanmu, ginkgo, rosewood and Araucaria. And Chinese , fine workmanship, exquisite carving and exquisite, to achieve no product is not refined, tangible and beautiful. I also invited foreign technicians to install telephones that were not available at the Shanghai Shili Ocean. At the same time, I introduced a series of the latest new arrivals, such as large mirrors, water tassel chandeliers, and western colored glass. The park has a high-rise, cloister, pavilion, pool, and rockery. The exquisite and large-scale artificial caves are the first in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Here only Hu Xueyan's main house and his mother can enter and exit at will, other uncles are not allowed to enter here without approval. The garden is not very big, but the pavilions are the ultimate exquisite.

The former residence of Hu Xueyan is located in Yuanbao Street, Xihu District, Hangzhou City. The appearance is simple, but there is no hole in the inside. This is also the traditional style of Huizhou businessmen. Although the appearance is simple, the interior decoration and decoration are extremely luxurious. It is said that this mansion took a total of three years to complete. The potted plants, rockeries, small lakes, pavilions, arch bridges and Xuanyuan in the former residence of Hu Xueyan create poetry, and the window glass is Nanyang style. According to expert appraisal, the original building of Hu Xueyan's former residence was built with precious materials such as ginkgo, nanmu, rosewood, rosewood, araucaria, Chinese eucalyptus, etc. It is estimated that the overall cost is above 500,000 two silver, and only the rockery consumes silver. About 100,000 two. The landscape of this mansion is different in four seasons, and the delicate structure reflects the owner's emotions. Traffic Tips: Take Bus No. 116, No. 127, No. 216, No. 30 and other bus lines and get off at the Hu Xueyan Former Residence stop. Opening time: 08

Right in the center of Hangzhou, Hu Xueyan’s Residence is a beautiful historic site that offers a fascinating look into the life of one of China’s wealthiest merchants. 🌲The entrance fee is quite affordable, making it an easy addition to any Hangzhou itinerary. 🌿🏛️ The residence itself is stunning, with elegant traditional architecture, peaceful courtyards, and beautifully maintained gardens. 🌲It’s a place that exudes history and sophistication. Since it’s a well-known attraction, expect to find a good number of visitors, but if you go at the right time, you might be lucky enough to enjoy a quieter experience. 🏮✨ You don’t need too much time to explore it—a couple of hours is enough to walk through its halls, admire the intricate details, and take in the atmosphere. It’s a serene spot that offers a glimpse into the wealth and lifestyle of the late Qing dynasty. If you’re in Hangzhou, this is definitely a place worth visiting.🏯 #chinaattractions

This should be my third time exploring the "luxurious" residence of Hu Xueyan, a red-topped businessman in the late Qing Dynasty 🏠. This mansion truly bears witness to his legendary life of "success and failure, all in vain." Entering from Zhiyuan, the courtyard is compactly arranged and well-proportioned, fully displaying Hu Xueyan's aesthetic taste 👍🏻. The garden combines the gentle and delicate style of Jiangnan gardens with grandeur, surpassing even the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou, making it an excellent place to appreciate the beauty of late Qing classical gardens. 😊 📸 Sightseeing and photography 🩵 The rockery, pond, pavilions, and towers in Zhiyuan are well-proportioned. It is recommended to wear new Chinese-style clothing or Hanfu. 💙 The Hundred Lions Building and the winding corridor are also excellent choices for photography. 🕒 Best shooting time 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, when the light is relatively soft 📍 Transportation No. 18 Yuanbao Street, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 🚇 Take Metro Line 5/7 to Jiangcheng Road Station, Exit E, and walk about 600 meters to reach.

The former residence of Hu Xueyan in Hangzhou was built in 1872 and completed in 1875. It covers an area of ​​7,230 square meters and has a construction area of ​​5,815 square meters. Its owner, Hu Xueyan, was a famous "red-top businessman" in the late Qing Dynasty. A large amount of high-grade wood was used in the building. The luxurious materials and exquisite and ingenious decoration are rare in the world. In 2021, the former residence will be opened to the public again after surveying, archaeology, design and maintenance, at a total cost of 600 million yuan. Hu Xueyan's former residence combines traditional Chinese architectural features with Western architectural styles, perfectly integrated and uniquely charming. The brick carvings are delicate and vivid, with figures, flowers and birds lifelike; the wood carvings are exquisite in craftsmanship, with smooth lines and full of three-dimensionality; the stone carvings have different shapes and are majestic; the gray sculptures are elegant in color and complement the architecture. Stepping into the garden of Hu Xueyan's former residence, there are pavilions and pavilions, small bridges, gurgling water, rockeries and jagged rocks. The garden is also dotted with various flowers and trees, with different scenery in four seasons: blooming flowers in spring, shady trees in summer, red leaves in autumn, and snow-covered winter. Here, visitors can enjoy the unique charm of Jiangnan gardens. National key cultural relics protection unit.

With such a high wall, one can tell at a glance that it must be a deep house compound. Hu Xueyan's former residence was built in the 11th year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty (1872) and is located on Yuanbao Street, Hangzhou. It was completed in the first year of Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty (1875) and took three years. In the eleventh year of Guangxu's reign in the Qing Dynasty (1885), Hu Xueyan passed away. After that, Hu Xueyan's family home and Hu Qingyutang were purchased at a low price by the Manchu powerful Wen Yu. In the third year of Xuantong in the Qing Dynasty (1911), the Revolution of 1911 was victorious. The Zhejiang military government confiscated the property of Manchu bureaucrats, and Hu Xueyan's former residence was the first to bear the brunt. After that, it was occupied by the warlord government. After the Republic of China, warlords continued to fight, and the former residence was occupied by the army, and its property, furnishings and components were looted and resold. In the 13th year of the Republic of China (1934), Jiang Yizhen, director of the Industrial Bank, acquired the former residence as a shareholder and acquired the ownership of Hu Qingyutang and Hu Zhai at the same time. Since then, the former residence has been owned by the Chiang family. 🩷🩷🩷Hu Xueyan’s former residence opening hours Best time to visit: All seasons Recommended play time: 1-2 hours winter Open from 08:00 to 17:00 all day from Sunday to Monday, admission closed at 16:30 summer Open from 08:00 to 17:30 all day from Sunday to Monday, admission closed at 16:50 The above information is for reference only. The specific information shall be subject to the actual public information on that day.

In the afternoon, step into the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, a tranquil ancient house. Stroll along the stone path, as if traveling through time and space, and feel the historical accumulation and prosperity. The courtyard is deep and lush, and every detail reveals the glory of the past. Your mood will also become calm and peaceful, as if you can hear the whispers of time, savoring the historical charm and cultural elegance...

This is the famous mansion of the late Qing Dynasty in Jiangnan [Hu Xueyan's Former Residence] Although it's not as big as Suzhou Gardens But the overall design and decoration style Can be said to be as good as Suzhou Gardens Walking here, I was completely amazed by the garden landscape inside I really regret not coming earlier‼️ . 🏠Address: Hu Xueyan's Former Residence, Yuanbao Street, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 🚦Transportation: 🚝Subway: Take subway line 5/7 to Jiangcheng Road Exit E 🚎Bus: Take West Lake Shuttle 4 to Hu Xueyan's Former Residence 🎫Ticket: CNY 20/person (CNY 5/person with Hangzhou Park Card) . Photo check-in points📸 ✅Zhi Garden It's the essence of Hu Xueyan's Former Residence. You can overlook half of Hangzhou from here. There are lakes and caves in Zhi Garden, which looks very similar to the Lion Grove Garden in Suzhou ✅Bai Shi Lou It's where Hu Xueyan's family hosted large banquets. The architecture and wood carving craftsmanship inside are particularly exquisite ✅Yu Feng Lou It's named after "I want to ride the wind and go back, but I'm afraid of the jade building". You can enjoy the beautiful view of Zhi Garden from the building . 🏝Other nearby attractions: Drum Tower, Hefang Street, Deshou Palace, Shiwukui Lane

Hu Xueyan’s Former Residence is a beautiful place to visit for its stunning Chinese architecture and garden composed of zigzag bridges, luxurious mansions and elegant pavilions. The karst cave in the garden is deemed as the largest manmade in China. Lush green plants, beautiful flowers and fish in the pools make the garden such a charming place! Hu Xueyan was a successful merchant during the Qing Dynasty. Big brain and hardworking, his business was expanded in various fields such as silk,medicine and real estate. He also had a high position in Hangzhou’s civil and financial administration. HuqingYutang, his traditional Chinese medicine shop is still operating nowadays in Hefang Street, not too far from the his Former Residence. Entrance 🎟- 20¥ How to go - I got off at Ding’an Road (定安路地铁站）line 1 metro 🚇 station and walked to the entrance for about 15 mins. If you don’t want to walk, you can easily grab a Hello Bike near the station and cycle to the entrance. Check the way on your maps. I use Gaode Ditu (胡雪岩旧居) #historicplaces #historyofchina #historicallandmarks #historicalsites #historicarchitecture #hangzhou #hangzhoutravel #zhejiang#

Before I came, I heard that Hu Xueyans former residence had the largest false mountain cave in China. Seeing the small hole between the rockery in the picture below, I mistakenly thought that it was the legendary cave. How to see how small it feels pitiful. Haha, I am making a joke! This is a rockery, there is no cave. The legendary cave is in the garden.

There are trails on the side of the pool that lead directly to the rockery. There is a small hole under the rockery, and it is a legendary rock cave. The space inside the cave was very wide, because it was too dark and the ground was relatively slippery, so I didn't go any further.

Hu Xueyans former residence has a ticket office at the back door of the front door, and all can go in, but if you buy a network ticket, you must enter from the main entrance. From the main entrance, there is a model map of the former residence of Hu Xueyan, and the TV on the wall also plays a simple introduction to the former residence. If there is enough time, it is recommended to listen to the introduction and then go shopping is more targeted.

This is the room of the Hu family. There is also a set of copper megaphones, which is the current telephone. The switchboard is in the room of Hu Xueyan. There is a branch line in each room of the wife. There is also one person here to facilitate the dispatch.