Zhangqiu Chen Family Residence

Zhangqiu Chen Family Residence

The Zhangqiu Chen Family Residence is a cultural heritage site protected at the provincial level in Shandong Province.

The Zhangqiu Chen Family Residence is located in Zhangqiu Town, Yanggu County, and dates back to the Qing Dynasty.

On October 10, 2013, the Zhangqiu Chen Family Residence was designated as part of the fourth batch of Provincial-Level Cultural Heritage Protection Units by the People's Government of Shandong Province.

Zhangqiu Town: Zhangqiu Town is situated in the eastern part of the county. The name "Zhangqiu" first appeared during the Tang and Five Dynasties periods, and the town was officially established during the Northern Song Dynasty. In 1940, the Zhangqiu County Anti-Japanese Democratic Government was formed. In 1964, the county was abolished and the town was re-established, going through phases such as Zhangqiu District and Zhangqiu People’s Commune. Since 1984, it has been known as Zhangqiu Town.　

Zhangqiu Town is located 20 kilometers east of Yanggu County. It borders Taiqian County of Henan Province to the south and Acheng Town to the north, covering a total area of 53 square kilometers with a population of 50,000, including 1,780 Hui people. The world-famous "Wu Song Fights the Tiger at Jingyang Ridge" scenic spot is within its jurisdiction, and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal runs through the town... More details about Zhangqiu Town ++

Further Reading:

· Fourth Batch of Shandong Provincial Cultural Heritage Protection Units