Former residence of Zheng Banqiao

The tranquil and beautiful former residence of Zheng Banqiao is located in Xinghua, a county level metropolis that is administered by the prefecture-level city of Taizhou, in East China's Jiangsu province.

A big stone sculpture of Zheng Banqiao welcomes visitors in the grounds of his former residence in Xinghua. [Photo/WeChat ID: tztour]

The most famous member of the Eight Eccentrics Painters group of then Yangzhou city during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Zheng was a master who specialized in painting orchids, bamboo and stones. In addition to painting, he is also well-known for his poems and calligraphy works.

Built during the Qing Dynasty, the former residence is where he lived before becoming a successful candidate in the ancient Chinese imperial examinations.

The study on the east side of the yard is where Zheng read and painted. [Photo/WeChat ID: tztour]

The residence has north-south architecture and consists of a gate house, a main hall, rooms, a study and a kitchen, as well as two patios. There are ancient articles of daily use and artworks by Zheng on display at the residence.

Visitors can enjoy idyllic and contemplative moments while touring the yard, which is planted with bamboo and various other plants. [Photo/WeChat ID: tztour]