[Chengdu, China] Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum (3-hour guided tour, Chinese/English) (574577)

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Located in Qingyang District, Chengdu, the Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum is a cultural attraction that many Taiwanese visitors to Chengdu fondly remember. More than just a memorial hall, it is the former residence of the poet Du Fu during his exile in Chengdu. He lived here for nearly four years, writing over 240 poems that have been passed down through the ages, including the well-known "My Thatched Hut Is Broken by the Autumn Wind." Stepping into the expansive garden, one is immediately isolated from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, surrounded by verdant pines and bamboos, and flowing streams. It's hard to imagine that more than a thousand years ago, the poet wrote his profound works expressing his deep concern for his country and its people in such a simple environment.

The core attraction of the thatched cottage is undoubtedly the replica of the original. Although it was rebuilt by later generations based on the description in the poem, stepping into the study and bedroom, seeing the simple furnishings, and hearing the birdsong and flowing water, one can almost travel back in time and experience the daily life of Du Fu. The most popular photo spot for tourists is undoubtedly the "Flower Path and Red Wall"—a path lined with flowers and trees on both sides and lined with ochre-red walls. Sunlight filters through the bamboo leaves and casts dappled shadows on the walls, creating a charming scene whether you're wearing casual clothes or Hanfu (traditional Han clothing).

The park also boasts many cultural treasures worth exploring. Besides the stone statue of Du Fu, the Gongbu Temple also enshrines two Song Dynasty poets, Huang Tingjian and Lu You, both devoted admirers of Du Fu. The Shaoling Stele Pavilion in front of the temple houses a stele inscribed with "Shaoling Thatched Cottage" by Prince Guo of the Qing Dynasty, which has become a landmark of the cottage. Most excitingly, the Tang Dynasty ruins unearthed in 2001 are located within the cottage, perfectly preserving the original well and hearth, protected by a glass enclosure, allowing you to witness firsthand the authentic traces of life on this land 1200 years ago.

I suggest you allocate at least two or three hours for a leisurely stroll. If you come in spring, plum blossoms and azaleas will bloom in succession; in autumn, golden ginkgo leaves will complement the ancient architecture. The museum is not far from Caotang North Road Station on Metro Line 4. Admission is 50 yuan, half price for students. After visiting Caotang, you can also visit the nearby Sichuan Museum, or try authentic Mapo Tofu on Qinghua Road, making for a fulfilling cultural day trip.