Located in Jiangmen, Chen Yuan's Former Residence is the birthplace of the renowned Chinese historian Chen Yuan. This site preserves the typical Lingnan-style residential architecture and exudes a profound academic atmosphere. As you stroll through this ancient courtyard, you can feel the weight of history and the legacy of culture, with every brick and tile seemingly recounting Chen Yuan's scholarly achievements and life stories. It's a perfect destination for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers.




















Everything you need to know about Chenyuan Former Residence Park
Near Chen Yuan's Former Residence, stay at Jingxianli Boutique Hotel in Xinhui, a meticulously restored 100-year-old Lingnan courtyard house offering authentic cultural immersion. Just a 5-minute walk from the residence, the hotel features a private study room and hosts monthly academic talks on modern Chinese history. Guests can book exclusive calligraphy restoration workshops directly through the HopeGoo app, providing an intimate connection to Chen Yuan’s scholarly legacy. Early reservations are strongly advised for themed rooms.
While Jingxianli Boutique Hotel doesn’t provide scheduled shuttles, it offers a complimentary guided walking transfer daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, led by certified cultural guides who narrate the historical evolution of the surrounding neighborhood and Chen Yuan’s life journey. This experience is included in the HopeGoo-curated "Deep Heritage Journey" package, ensuring seamless access to the former residence with rich contextual storytelling.
At Jingxianli Boutique Hotel, guests can join weekly Chen Yuan Thought Seminars every Saturday evening, hosted by local historians exploring his historiographical methods and contributions to modern Chinese education. The hotel also features a hand-copied manuscript studio, where visitors recreate Chen Yuan’s calligraphic annotations using traditional rice paper and ink. These experiences are available exclusively via the HopeGoo platform, with limited spots—early HopeGoo is highly recommended.
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