Former Residence of Ji Xiaolan Visit

Tucked along Zhushikou West Street in Xicheng District, the Former Residence of Ji Xiaolan is the well-preserved Qing-dynasty courtyard home of Ji Yun — the celebrated scholar, statesman, and chief editor of the Siku Quanshu. This is a 2500-square-metre building that was the setting for Ji Yun's literary collection, Yuewei Caotang Biji, and where he lived a whopping 62 years of his life in a classic two-courtyard siheyuan house. It is a designated Beijing Municipal Cultural Relic Protection Site, and it presents a window of glory of the intellectual world of the Qing literati in the intimate scene.

Single-Day Entry Pass (Adult)

CNY 10

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Operating Hours and Tour Recommendations

Operating Hours: 09:00 to 17:00

Estimated Time Required: 1-2 hours

Optimal Visiting Times: Spring and autumn months

Smart Planning Tips:

1. Pre-booking your ticket online is wise, particularly during the October Golden Week and Spring Festival holiday windows.

2. Carry a valid identity document for entry verification and adhere to all posted cultural relic protection guidelines.

3. Indoor exhibit areas prohibit photography and food consumption — please honor the sanctity of this protected heritage space.

What Guests Are Saying

Representative features of the siheyuan architecture, the wisteria vine in front courtyard, said to have been planted by Ji Yun himself over 200 years ago, and the well-composed exhibits within the Yuewei Caotang study hall are often mentioned by guests. School-age families report that the residence is a worthwhile, learning experience. Everyone's main tip is to visit by a weekday or early in the morning to enjoy the calm studying mood before everyone arrives.

FAQ

1. Is advance reservation required to visit?

The main residence does not require a reservation for general admission. The on-site reading room (Yuewei Caotang Reading Space), however, has its own system of reservations, so please make a reservation ahead of time on its official system: Wechat public account.

2. Can you take photos in the building?

Photography with open courtyards is welcomed. Some exhibition halls have restrictions, please observe the signage in each room and avoid flash photography at all times.

3. Are food and beverages bringing welcome?

Eating and drinking are not allowed in the exhibit rooms. There is a rest area available for the use of visitors adjacent to the exit where they can have refreshments.

4.Is the site easy to access, for older tourists or disabled visitors?

Pathways in the courtyard are flat, easy to navigate for most visitors. Small steps at inner surfaces can be found at some of the thresholds, in typical traditional siheyuan style; staff are on hand to help if necessary.

5. Are guided tours or audio guides available?

On-site guided tours available. Visitors can take the tour with their own mobile devices; a dedicated app is available for download and the interpretive panels are found throughout the courtyards and exhibition rooms.