Weng Tonghe Former Residence
翁同龢纪念馆
The former residence of Weng Tonghe, a Qing-dynasty tutor to emperors, in downtown Changshu. Its Ming-Qing layout is intact, and it offers insight into late Qing politics and the Weng family.
The Weng Tonghe Memorial is located on Wengjia Lane in downtown Changshu. It is the former residence of Weng Tonghe, who served as tutor to the Tongzhi and Guangxu emperors of the Qing dynasty. The residence, called Caiyi Hall, is a Ming-dynasty building, and the Suzhou-style painted decoration on its beams is a rare Ming survivor in China. The memorial displays Weng Tonghe's life, calligraphy and the history of the Weng family. Admission is about 20 yuan. It can be visited along with Changshu Fangta, Yushan and Xingfu Temple.
Opening hours
08:30–16:30
Nearby sights
- Xingfu Temple (Poshan Temple)
- Yushan Mountain
- Shanghu Lake
- Shajiabang Scenic Area
- Chongyuan Temple
- Yangcheng Lake
- Tinglin Park
- Gate of the Orient