Xitang · Leguo Restaurant

Xitang · Leguo Restaurant

Leguo Restaurant is located on the north bank of Shaogang Port in Xitang. The owner’s surname is Xu. In 1921 (autumn, the 10th year of the Republic of China), Liu Yazi, Chen Qubing, Wang Dajue, and others came to Xitang and joined local members of the Southern Society—Yu Shiméi, Shen Yuzhong, Li Dasan, and others—to compose poetry and drink wine at “Leguo Restaurant.” For three consecutive days, they revelled day and night on the small upper floor.

On this occasion, Liu Yazi composed a total of 35 poems, which were printed in a poetry collection titled “Songs of Leguo” in one volume.

Admission Fee

20 RMB

Opening Hours

8:30 AM to 6:00 PM

Location

No. 37, Youdian East Road, Xitang Town, Jiashan County, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province

Xitang Town: Xitang, anciently known as Xietang, became a market town in the Ming Dynasty, bordering Yong’an and Qianshan townships. Initially named Xietang, it was later called Xitang. Legend has it that during the Spring and Autumn Period, Wu Zixu stationed troops here and dug the Wu Family Pond to improve water conservancy, directing water from Xushan Mountain directly into the area, hence it was also called Xutang. Xitang Town is situated in the northern part of Jiashan County, at the junction of Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang provinces, enjoying a superior geographical location known as the “Corner of Wu and Yue.” It lies 90 km east of Shanghai, 110 km west of Hangzhou, 85 km north of Suzhou, and 9 km south of Jiashan County seat. The central urban area is located at 120°53′ east longitude and 30°56′ north latitude. The town features both land and water transportation… More details about Xitang Town ++