Sansu Shrine (Meishan)
三苏祠
A shrine and garden converted from the former home of the father-and-sons trio Su Xun, Su Shi and Su Zhe. It is a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit, and from Chengdu it is about half an hour by high-speed train to Meishan.
Sansu Shrine is in Dongpo District, Meishan City. It was the former residence of the Northern Song writers Su Xun, Su Shi and Su Zhe. It was converted into a shrine in the Ming dynasty and rebuilt during the Kangxi era of the Qing. The garden has red walls, green water, old trees and bamboo, along with the main hall, Qixian Hall, Muzha Hill Hall, Laifeng Pavilion, Pifeng Pavilion, an old well and the Inkstone-Washing Pool. The Sansu Memorial Hall displays poetry, inscriptions and exhibits on their lives, making it one of the best places to learn about Su Dongpo. It is a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit. Admission is free but requires a reservation (check the official notice). From Chengdu East or Chengdu South station, take a high-speed or intercity train for about 30 to 40 minutes to Meishan Station, then a 15-minute taxi ride. It suits a half-day or day trip and can be combined with Dongpo Lake and Yuanjing Tower.
Opening hours
08:30–17:30 (check official announcements)
Nearby sights
- Huanglongxi Ancient Town
- Guanyin Temple, Xinjin
- Shixiang Lake
- Xinglong Lake
- Luhu Lake & Red Rock Park
- Jianchuan Museum Cluster
- Chengdu Haichang Polar Ocean Park
- Anren Ancient Town & Liu's Manor