Former Residence of Lao She ('Four Generations Under One Roof' Memorial) (老舍故居/四世同堂纪念馆)
At a glance
- Where it is: Beibei District, Chongqing
- How long to allow: 1–1.5 hours
- Ticket & access: Free entry; opening around 9:00–17:00.
What it is
During the War of Resistance the novelist Lao She lived in Beibei, where he wrote much of his four-generation family saga 'Four Generations Under One Roof' (四世同堂). The conserved house is now a memorial museum (四世同堂纪念馆) devoted to Lao She's Chongqing years. It is registered as a Chongqing municipal cultural-protection unit.
Why it's worth the stop
- Memorial to Lao She and his War-of-Resistance Beibei period
- Site where 'Four Generations Under One Roof' was written
- Original residence atmosphere with a small exhibition
Getting there
Metro Line 6 to Beibei station, then buses 581/583/585/588/589 to Beibei/xin chongbai and a short walk (~100m).
Tickets and opening hours
Free entry; opening around 9:00–17:00.
Practical details
- Where it is: Beibei District, Chongqing
- How long to allow: 1–1.5 hours
- Combine with Beibei's Old Street and hot springs for a full day.
- Good with English-reading visitors who know Lao She's novels.
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FAQ
Is admission free?
Yes, the memorial house is free to visit.
What is the connection to 'Four Generations Under One Roof'?
Lao She lived here in Beibei during the war and wrote significant parts of the novel there.
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