Fuzhou Cultural Bureau｜Perfect Match of Historic Residence and Hotel

Gongxiang in Sanfang Qixiang holds great stories! After visiting the Shen Baozhen Former Residence, stay at the super thoughtful Golden Step Hotel—this Fuzhou trip is just perfect✨ Deep in Gongxiang, understand a century-old ambition for a strong nation Hidden at No. 26 Gongxiang, the Shen Baozhen Former Residence has a weathered red lacquer door that looks unremarkable, but once opened, it reveals a bright and spacious interior. This ancient house, built during the Ming Dynasty, covers nearly 2,800 square meters. The main, side, and edge courtyards progress step by step, with architectural traces from the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China eras coexisting in the beams and rafters, making it a "living fossil" of Fuzhou’s ancient houses[__LINK_ICON]. Best of all, it’s free to enter, and you can scan a code to get detailed explanations, making the visit effortless. The most striking feature is the scene sculpture in the first main courtyard—vividly depicting Zuo Zongtang’s "Three Visits to Gongxiang," which marks the legendary beginning of Shen Baozhen’s leadership of the shipyard[__LINK_ICON]. In the second courtyard’s "Ship Administration Minister" exhibition area, photos and historical materials detail his achievements in building shipyards, running schools, and sending students abroad. The yellowed blueprints and models quietly tell the story of the birth of China’s modern navy cradle. The third courtyard’s "Patrolling and Pacifying Taiwan" section is even more moving. From driving out invaders to promoting Taiwan’s modernization, every exhibit reflects a sense of national responsibility. Be sure to pause at the West Flower Hall, where a century-old tassel tree flourishes. When it blooms in April, the flowers fall like "April snow," witnessing the Shen family’s tradition of "literary excellence and poetic etiquette." When tired, sit on the stone steps of the flower hall and watch sunlight filter through the leaves, as if you can hear the whispers of family and country from a hundred years ago. Stay at the right hotel, and the whole trip is effortless Choosing Golden Step Hotel for easy access to Sanfang Qixiang turned out to be a delightful surprise! Just a few minutes’ walk from the subway station, it’s super close to Shen Baozhen Former Residence and Nan Hou Street. Free parking is available for drivers, making it easy even with luggage. The front desk service warms your heart: they proactively help with luggage, check-in is super fast, and they even hand out mosquito repellent patches and handwritten guides, clearly marking where to find the most authentic fish balls. While waiting, you’ll smell rich coffee aroma—there’s free 24-hour freshly ground coffee in the lobby, and one sip instantly melts away travel fatigue. The room is a detail lover’s dream! Bright and spacious with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, sunlight warms the room, and the bedding is as soft as clouds. After a day of touring the residence, lying down here feels like a full recharge. The bathroom has a dry-wet separation, toiletries with a light fragrance, and free borrowing of makeup remover wipes and laundry/ironing tools—truly understanding travelers’ needs. Returning to the hotel at night, you’ll also get free ice cream, whose cool taste instantly soothes the summer heat. Fuzhou Cultural Leisure Travel Route 📜 Morning: Visit Shen Baozhen Former Residence to learn about ship administration and Taiwan patrol history 🍜 Noon: Walk to Tongli Rouyan to taste the intangible cultural heritage-level fresh and savory flavor 💤 Afternoon: Return to the hotel for a nap and enjoy a free coffee while organizing photos 🌙 Evening: Stroll through Sanfang Qixiang, watching the horse-head walls reflect the sunset Days in Fuzhou are half filled with patriotic feelings in the historic residence and half with the thoughtful comfort the hotel provides. No need to rush the itinerary—take your time to explore and savor. This is what travel should be like.