Wuyuan Jingxu Hall

Wuyuan Jingxu Hall

The original fame of Sixi Jingxu Hall came from the extensive filming of the "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" TV series here. "Jingxu Hall" is one of the larger ancient residences in Sixi Village, and it is also the best-preserved merchant’s house. Built in the 20th year of the Jiaqing reign during the Qing Dynasty (1815), its founder was Yu Wenjie, also known as Ji Ji, styled Jin San, who was officially granted the honorary title of "Assistant Compiler" and was also a tribute student. "Jingxu Hall" consists of a courtyard, main hall, rear hall, flower hall, kitchen, and garden, covering an area of over one acre. The main gate of "Jingxu Hall" faces north, opening to a spacious front yard right next to Sixi Stream. As the owner came from an educated background and held an official title, the residence is naturally more distinguished and imposing than typical merchant homes. Upon entering the main gate, the first gate you encounter is called the "Ceremonial Gate," commonly referred to as the "Middle Hall Gate." Usually, this gate remains closed, and is only opened for highly esteemed guests. Once through this gate, the difference becomes immediately apparent — the open courtyard is spacious, the main hall is grand, and upstairs is surrounded by a covered corridor. This hall and its furnishings are typical of the Qing Dynasty style. At the top of the entrance is a plaque inscribed with "Jingxu Hall," beneath which hangs a central painting, flanked by couplets on both sides. On the display table sit a long-case clock, a vase, and a mirror — a combination known as "vase on the east, mirror on the west," which phonetically suggests "peace in the east, tranquility in the west." In other words, no matter where you go, east or west, you will enjoy peace and calm. This reflects the family’s wishes for the safety of the merchant head who is often away on business. Coupled with the long-case clock, it also carries the hope for lifelong peace and stability.

Location

No. 107, Sixi Village, Wuyuan, Shangrao, Jiangxi

Sixi Village: The village of Sixi was established by the Yu clan in the fifth year of the Qingyuan reign during the Southern Song Dynasty (1199 AD). It was named "Sixi" (meaning “Thinking of the Stream”) due to its location beside a clear stream, symbolizing the close relationship between the Yu (fish) and water.

Located within the territory of Sikou Township, Sixi Village is about half a mile from Yancun and 10 kilometers from the county seat. Established in the fifth year of the Qingyuan reign during the Southern Song Dynasty (1199 AD), the village sits against a mountain and faces a stream, nestled within the natural beauty of emerald peaks, embroidered ridges, clear streams, and blue rivers. The cluster of houses blends ingeniously with the surrounding environment, with mountains and waters complementing each other like a poetic painting, creating a spiritually beautiful scene.

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