The Former Residence of General Zhang Xueliang in Tianjin "is the official residence of patriotic general Zhang Xueliang, where he lived and worked in Tianjin. It is a municipal level cultural relic protection unit, a 3A scenic spot, and a" New Landmark of Jinmen Tourism "by the Tianjin Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Starting from 2009, it took two years of renovation to recreate the scene of General Zhang Xueliang working and living here.
The former residence of General Zhang Xueliang includes: the museum of General Zhang Xueliang's residence in Tianjin for 7 years in the southern district, and the 1920s Tianjin miniature cultural and tourism block in the northern district that restores General Zhang Xueliang's life, presenting a panoramic view of "a hundred years of history looking at Tianjin". The nearly 10000 square meter real-life cultural and tourism block, constructed at a cost of tens of millions of yuan, features over a thousand authentic historical displays from a hundred years ago. It is a must visit destination for learning about the stories of Tianjin's famous historical figures and urban landmarks.
The former residence was first built in 1921, with a beautiful and elegant French Baroque style architecture. The second and third floors of the front have a rooftop balcony. The interior is spacious and exquisite, and even today, it still retains the architectural structures of a century old Philippine hardwood staircase, floor, doors and windows. The museum includes rooms such as General Zhang Xueliang's reception banquet hall, office study, military and political council hall, Zhao Yidi's bedroom, and Miss Si's reception room, which fully restore the original living conditions of General Zhang Xueliang and Ms. Zhao Yidi here. Here, tourists can also learn about the stories and secrets of General Zhang Xueliang's interactions with historical figures such as Sun Yat sen, Zhang Boling, Zhang Daqian, and Mei Lanfang. It is a popular destination for cultural and historical tourism in Tianjin.
Looking at Tianjin over the past century, the immersive cultural and tourism block of "Jingu Old Stories" provides a panoramic miniature restoration of the historical style of Tianjin in the 1920s. 27 scenes of taxi, agriculture, industry, and commerce that actually existed in Tianjin's history a hundred years ago are an ideal place to understand the historical and cultural changes in Tianjin. Here, tourists can see the restored scenes that have created many influences throughout the country in history, and discover over a thousand authentic historical items from a hundred years ago "up close" in the scenes. Explore the establishment of the modern police system and institutions in China, understand the initial operation of modern theaters in China, and experience the magnificent and emerging ballroom scene... "Jingu Old Stories" allows you to experience the cultural changes in Chinese cities over the past century.
The Jingu Old Story Drama Tour in the North District features daily performances of Tianjin style cross-talk, fast-paced board performances, ancient color tricks, acrobatics, and Republican era songs and dances, taking you back to the golden age of the "cradle of northern folk art". Let you take a look at the bustling scene of Tianjin city back then. Visit the miniature century old Tianjin city and enjoy the unique performances of Tianjin.
To enhance the tourist experience, the former residence of Zhang Xueliang in Tianjin has specially set up a "24/7 free lecture service", with daily rolling and looping lectures at different time slots. The senior guide uses historical facts as a thread to vividly connect the life of the young general, architectural art, and the modern events of Tianjin, helping you deeply appreciate the historical echoes between every brick and tile.
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Address: No. 78 Chifeng Road, Quanyechang Street, Heping District, Tianjin
Phone: 022-87896106022-27116988
Opening hours: 9:00-17:30, closing at 17:00; Ticket sales will stop at 20:30 on holidays and the museum will close at 21:00.
Ticket:CNY 45