The Last Emperor Puyi's Jingyuan Garden | A rare tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle
Jingyuan Garden, established in 1921, was originally named Qian Garden and served as the residence of Lu Zongyu, the envoy of the Beiyang Government to Japan. From July 1929 to November 1931, Puyi lived here with Empress Wanrong and Consort Wenxiu, renaming it 'Jingyuan', meaning 'tranquility to nurture my vast spirit'. The garden features a brick-and-wood structure that blends Spanish and Japanese styles, representing a typical private residence of the Tianjin Concession era.
Today, I feel it also embodies the 'tranquility within noise'. The entire street is lively without being noisy, and the flow of people is not as dense as in places like the Five Avenues, allowing for a comfortable stroll through the entire scenic area without crowding.
The lawn and shaded chairs in front of the fountain in the courtyard, due to the leisurely presence of resting visitors, give off a high-end vibe reminiscent of a golf course from afar. The small western-style building is also exquisite and stylish, instantly transporting one to the life of a Republican-era noble.
📍Location: No. 70, Anshan Road, Heping District, Tianjin
🚇Transportation: Metro Line 1, Anshan Road Station, Exit A
🎫Ticket: 20 RMB
⏰Opening hours: 9:00-17:30
Scenic Area Layout
1️⃣ Puyi Exhibition Hall
Originally a waiting area for those seeking an audience with Puyi, it now displays photographs and has a screening room that plays a loop, lasting about ten minutes, providing a brief introduction to the history of Puyi and Jingyuan before touring.
2️⃣ Main Building
Three stories high, combining features of Japanese wooden architecture with Spanish architectural style. The door's structure and materials are typically Japanese, simple and natural, yet its sloping roof, use of cylindrical tiles, and interior details bear the distinct style of Spanish medieval architecture.
3️⃣ West Courtyard
A place for enjoyment and leisure, the arcade's continuous arch design is of medieval Spanish architectural style.
There is also a fish-shaped spring here, which Puyi was fond of, and a similar dragon-shaped spring was built in the pseudo-Manchukuo palace.
4️⃣ Jingyuan Restoration Exhibition Hall
Photos and technical introductions from the restoration of Jingyuan.
It's hard to imagine that this exquisite little western-style building once became a large, dilapidated courtyard housing 45 families. After relocation and renovation, it was restored to its former glory according to the principle of 'restoring the old as it was'.
5️⃣ Zhuyi Coffee
This coffee shop is located inside the Jingyuan scenic area.
No reservation is needed, and you don't have to buy a ticket to have coffee. Call the shop, and someone will let you in~
The most famous is their 'Puyi Latte', which is aesthetically pleasing and fits the atmosphere of the shop.
Not bad, you can visit the historical and cultural attractions in half an hour to understand the life of the last emperor Puyi. There is a video screening room where you can take a look at it first. The basic Puyi life introduction is very clear.
Very good, the overall price is worth a visit, far from the subway station, it is best to take a taxi, we are taking the elderly, it is not convenient to go to the toilet, there is no explanation, all by yourself.
Entering Anshan Road, it feels very similar to Shanghai Hongkou and Dalian. Because it is the relationship with the Japanese concession, there are mostly Japanese-style neoclassical Western buildings on both sides of the road. Jingyuan, located at No. 70 Anshan Road, (formerly Miyajima Road, Japan Concession Area), was built in 1921. Jingyuan was originally named dry garden, which was the residence of Lu Zongyu, the minister of the Beiyang government in Japan. From July 1929 to November 1931, the last emperor Puyi lived here, and changed his name to "Jingyuan", which means "quietly watching changes, waiting for the time".
After the last emperor Puyi was evicted from the Forbidden City, and moved to Tianjin after the residence, the ticket is 20 yuan, which is still acceptable. The small building is a combination of Western and Japanese style. There are two floors in total. The first floor is the restaurant, the reception room and the bedroom of Wenxiu. The second floor is the bedroom of Puyi and Wanrong. The layout inside restores the scene at the time, and also displays the text and photos of Puyi's life.
景色很漂亮,小却精致,有历史底蕴,让人有所感受,陈设非常漂亮,中西结合地很妙。一进门有一个小喷泉,非常漂亮,景区的介绍写的也有逻辑,让人可以了解清楚历史背景。
It is worth a visit to the scenic spot, a rare check-in point in Tianjin, where the last emperor Fuyi residence is displayed, which is very flavorful in the Republic of China. Many decorations and beds are exquisite. Thank you for keeping the cultural relics and buildings so well!
Located at No. 70 Anshan Road, Heping District, Tianjin, China (formerly Miyajima Road, Japan Concession Zone), it was built in 1921. Jingyuan was originally named dry garden, which is the residence of the Japanese minister Lu Zongyu of the Beiyang government in Japan. July 1929-November 1931, the last emperor Puyi lived here, changed his name to "Jingyuan", meaning "wait for change, wait for the time".