The Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man

The Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man: The origin of the timeless saying 'The old drunkard's intent is not in the wine' The Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man, though not famous throughout the world, gave birth to the timeless saying 'The old drunkard's intent is not in the wine'. This exquisite phrase originates from the great literary master Ouyang Xiu's 'Record of the Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man', depicting his wonderful times in Chuzhou. Ouyang Xiu, a literary giant of his era, was a prominent figure in the officialdom, having held positions such as Hanlin academician, Deputy Privy Secretary, and participant in state affairs. The beautiful scenery of Langya Mountain During his days in Chuzhou, Ouyang Xiu had a particular fondness for the beautiful scenery of Langya Mountain, often enjoying wine and conversation with friends in the Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man on the mountain. Exquisite architecture The Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man is beautifully constructed, with couplets, statues, and ink paintings all present within; among them, the most famous is the 'Ancient Plum Pavilion'. Ancient Plum Pavilion Inside the pavilion stands an ancient plum tree, said to have been planted by Ouyang Xiu himself, as if symbolizing his unyielding spirit. Timeless saying Although the Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man is not world-renowned, it nurtured the timeless saying 'The old drunkard's intent is not in the wine', becoming a cultural calling card. A gathering place for literati The Pavilion of the Drunken Old Man has drawn countless literati to linger and forget to return, becoming a beautiful tale in the literary world.