The lingering charm of Kunqu Opera, the ancestor of all Chinese operas.

Kunqu Opera, which originated in Kunshan, Suzhou 600 years ago, is known as the "ancestor of all Chinese operas." It inherits the traditional Chinese literary classics of southern and northern tunes and reading music, and pioneered the stylized performance of Chinese opera. Its scripts, such as "The Story of Washing Silk," "The Peony Pavilion," "The Palace of Eternal Life," and "The Peach Blossom Fan," are immortal works of ancient opera literature. . The Kunqu Opera Museum is located in Tinglin Park, Kunshan, near the Visitor Center and the East Square entrance, and is a must-see attraction. The site was the Huiju Temple during the Liang Dynasty and the City God Temple during the Ming Dynasty. It is the cultural foundation of Kunshan and a must-see cultural atmosphere for a visit to Kunshan. 💢Visitor Guide The entrance is a gatehouse with a Suzhou garden style, with exquisite carvings on both sides, depicting famous Kunqu Opera works. After passing through a small garden, you will arrive at the exhibition hall on the first floor, which introduces the history of Kunqu Opera and important historical figures with pictures and texts. Continue forward, and you will be greeted by a large stage, with the development history of Kunqu Opera on both sides, including costumes, the development of opera, the selection of words and tunes, and other details. The exhibition hall also has video displays of famous lines such as "The Peach Blossom Fan."