Meishan San Su Shrine Museum

#chinatravel A treasure trove of Chinese literary history and classical gardens: --- ### **Why Visit?** 1. **Literary Legacy**: The former residence of **Su Xun, Su Shi (Dongpo), and Su Zhe**—three iconic Northern Song Dynasty writers celebrated in the *"Eight Great Prose Masters of Tang and Song"* . 2. **Architectural Splendor**: A Qing Dynasty-rebuilt complex with halls, pavilions, and a serene garden featuring lotus ponds and ancient trees . 3. **Cultural Relics**: Houses **thousands of artifacts**, including Su Shi’s calligraphy, rare Song Dynasty ink rubbings, and over 100 steles . --- ### **Key Attractions** - **Three Pagodas & Main Hall**: Statues of the Su family and Qing-era architecture . - **Dongpo Academy**: Modern addition with lecture halls celebrating Su Shi’s cultural impact . - **Picturesque Garden**: Stroll through **Lvzhou Pavilion** and **Baoyue Pavilion** linked by reflective pools . - **San Su Monument**: Free exhibition (closed Mondays) detailing their lives via multimedia displays . --- ### **Visitor Info** - **Hours**: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (last entry 5:30 PM) . - **Ticket**: ¥40 (free for the San Su Monument) . - **Getting There**: - **From Chengdu**: 80km (1.5-hour drive/bullet train to Meishan) . - **Local Transport**: Bus stops *Sansuci West/South* or navigate to parking via "Sansuci" . - **Pro Tips**: - Avoid Mondays (monument closed) . - Hire a guide (+86-28-38220186) for deeper insights . --- ### **Nearby Experiences** - **Meishan Ancient Town**: Explore Bai ethnic culture. - **Leshan Giant Buddha**: 1-hour drive to this UNESCO site . **#sansushrine #chineseliterature #sichuanheritage #dongpoculture**