Shitaishidi (Zhao Puchu's Former Residence)
世太史第（赵朴初故居）
A Ming-Qing official mansion in Anqing's old town. Four generations of the Zhao family served in the Hanlin Academy, which earned the residence its name, Shitaishidi. It is also the birthplace of Buddhist leader Zhao Puchu.
Shitaishidi is a well-preserved Ming-Qing courtyard residence of a Jiangnan official family, located on Tiantai Lane in Anqing's old town. Four generations of the Zhao family were members of the Hanlin Academy, hence the name Shitaishidi. Buddhist leader and calligrapher Zhao Puchu was born here in 1907. The courtyard houses an exhibition on Zhao Puchu's life, displaying his calligraphy and biographical materials, along with a traditional hall, courtyard, and wood carvings. It is a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit and is generally free to visit, subject to on-site notices. It lies between Zhenfeng Pagoda and Renmin Road and can be explored on foot together with King of Ying's Mansion, the cathedral, and other old-town buildings.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:00 (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Anqing
- King of Ying Mansion
- Huangmei Opera Guild Hall
- Daopashi Historic Street
- Yingjiang Temple & Zhenfeng Pagoda
- Former Anhui University Red Building & Jingfu Academy
- Linghu Park
- Anqing Yangtze River Bridge & Riverside