Cuijiao Ancient Residence
翠郊古民居
A giant Qing-dynasty mansion in the Fuding hills, with hundreds of rooms and dozens of courtyards. It is one of the largest single ancient residences in the Jiangnan region.
Cuijiao Ancient Residence is in Cuijiao Village, Bailin Town, Fuding. It was built by tea merchant Wu Yingke during the Qianlong era of the Qing dynasty. It covers about 7,000 square meters, with more than 190 halls and rooms and 24 courtyards. The layout is symmetrical, and the woodcarvings and stone carvings are exquisite. It is known as one of the 'Number One Residences of Jiangnan' and is a key national cultural heritage site. Bailin is also a production area for Fuding white tea and Bailin gongfu black tea, so you can visit tea gardens along the way. Admission prices are set on site. A visit takes about 1 hour. The residence is about 30 km from Fuding city center and requires a car.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30