Nanxun Ancient Town - Zhang Shiming's Former Residence, A Majestic Blend of Eastern Elegance and Western Grandeur

Nanxun Ancient Town, Nanxun District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Claiming to be the largest mansion in Jiangnan
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Introduction

Zhang Shiming's old residence, also known as Yide Hall, was built by Zhang Junheng, the grandson of Zhang Songxian, one of the "Four Elephants" in Nanxun. The building is a blend of Chinese and Western styles, with a magnificent structure and unique style, and is known as the "number one mansion in Jiangnan". The courtyard faces the ancient Xunxi River to the front and eastward, and consists of 150 buildings of various Chinese and Western styles in a layout of five sections and four courtyards.
Address
Nanxun Ancient Town, Nanxun District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Opening hours
07:30-17:30 (Monday-Sunday, April 1-October 31) 08:00-17:00 (Monday-Sunday, November 1-next year March 31)
Transportation
Located within the interior of Nanxun Ancient Town, transportation options are as follows: 1. Walking is the most convenient method within the ancient town. 2. Taxis in Nanxun Town are not very abundant, with a starting price of 5 yuan for the first 2 kilometers, and an additional 2 yuan per kilometer after that. 3. Local pedal tricycles are one of the main forms of transportation in Nanxun Town, with a fare of approximately 3 yuan per kilometer. Traveling from Taian Road Bus Station to the ancient town generally costs 8 yuan, while a long-distance bus station may range from 10-15 yuan.