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Li Bai Memorial Hall
Best time to visit
Early spring (March-April) offers mild temperatures and blooming cherry trees in the gardens, enhancing the serene atmosphere. Weekday mornings are the quietest.
Budget tips
The entrance fee is about 20 yuan (less than 3 euros), making it one of the most affordable cultural attractions in the area. Students and seniors get 50 percent discount upon presentation of their ID.
Recommended for
Literature lovers, History enthusiasts, Peace seekers, Photographers
Plan your visit
1.5 to 2 hours
About
Quick facts: This hall is dedicated to the famous Tang dynasty poet who reportedly wrote 1,000 poems per month in his heyday. Visitors can view more than 200 original calligraphy works and historical artifacts that document his life and work.
Highlights: The museum houses a rare, hand-written scroll measuring 15 meters long featuring one of his longest poems, complete with ink stains from the original calligrapher. In the inner garden stands a 300-year-old ginkgo tree under which the poet is said to have recited his most famous verses.
Insider tips
- Bring a notebook: at the entrance you can get a stamp with a replica of the poet's personal seal, a nice souvenir.
- The best photos can be taken in the late afternoon, when sunlight falls through the wooden latticed windows in the main hall.
- Do not skip the west wing: it features rare translations of his poems in English, French, and Japanese.
- Combine your visit with a walk along the nearby Zhuyou River Boulevard for a full day of culture.
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