[2025 Changsha Attraction] Travel Guide for Li Zijian Art Museum (Updated Jan)

Located at 385 Section 1, Xiaoxiang South Road, Yuelu District, Changsha, Hunan Province, the museum is situated by the beautiful Xiang River and adjacent to Yanghu National Wetland Park. This modern public art museum was co-founded by renowned Chinese-American painter Li Zijian and his wife Dan Hui. Covering an area of 15.3 acres with a building area of over 25,000 square meters, the museum is surrounded by more than 180 acres of green space and lake environment, making it an ideal spot for visitors both indoors and outdoors. In July 2017, the Li Zijian Art Museum was recognized by the British 'World Record Certification' as the world's largest artist's personal art museum. The museum features multiple exhibition areas, including the permanent exhibition hall of Li Zijian's oil paintings, temporary exhibition halls, a spiritual space, a meditation island, a water music hall, and a water art restaurant. The permanent exhibition hall showcases over 330 works from 17 series, including 'Homeland Series,' 'Mother and Daughter Series,' 'Red Quilt Series,' and 'American Wanderers.' Additionally, the Master Hsing Yun Calligraphy Hall, as a museum within the museum, displays many representative calligraphy works of Master Hsing Yun. The architectural design of the museum is also unique, selected through a competition among several internationally renowned architects. The design concept integrates modernity with the harmony of the natural environment, creating an elegant yet accessible art space. The surrounding Yanghu Wetland Park offers visitors a great place to relax and unwind.

Meet art by chance, and find the blank space of life in the gaps of the canvas. Go to an art exhibition. 🌟 Anyone who likes exhibitions must be familiar with the Li Zijian Art Museum. The round and square exterior design, adjacent to the Xiang River, overlooking Yanghu Lake, with lush ecology and excellent environment, allows every visitor to this modern art palace to leave with a full harvest and touch. The continuous art exhibitions and art salons are the spiritual territory that nourishes the ordinary life of Changsha people. 🌟 The museum is divided into two areas, A and B, mainly exhibiting Mr. Li Zijian's realistic style oil paintings, with 17 series and more than 300 original works. 🌟 It is open for free, but reservations are required, and it is closed on Mondays. 🌟 In the days of mediocrity, we always need some artistic edification from time to time, not only in the form of presentation, but also in the immersive healing in those two or three hours, in the black and white gentle love of color, in the color devout pilgrimage to black and white, so in the end, going to the art museum may not need to understand anything at all, that moment of tranquility and introspection, perhaps for us, is becoming more and more precious.

As an art student, I always want to check out art exhibitions. This time in Changsha, I visited the Li Zijian Art Museum and the Xie Zilong Photography Museum, which are close to each other. Although I haven't picked up a pen for a long time, I still want to experience the artistic atmosphere. Everyone has a different purpose for visiting an art museum, and not everyone will see the ups and downs of a movie in a work of art. Some people go to travel, take photos, or meet friends, but all of these are meaningful. We should always find a way to soothe our souls and find spiritual sustenance. So, libraries and art museums, ideal and quiet places, have become my favorite places to be alone. The design of the Li Zijian Art Museum is a work of art in itself, with a modern, atmospheric, simple, and spiritual design language that is visually striking and blends in with the geographical environment of Yanghu Wetland Park. Located on the banks of the Xiang River in the Yanghu Wetland Park area, the Li Zijian Art Museum has become a new cultural and tourist landmark in Changsha in less than three years since its opening, attracting countless visitors from home and abroad and becoming a "must-visit" place for everyone. The museum's exterior is very artistic, with a round and square architectural shape that creates an eternal and static spatial experience when the light passes through. The beautiful architecture blends in with the blue sky, green grass, and wetlands of Yanghu Wetland Park, and every photo is a beautiful picture. In addition to seeing more than 330 original works in 17 series by Mr. Li Zijian, the museum also features high-quality art exhibitions from around the world. Tips Reservation: Search for "Li Zijian Art Museum" and make a reservation (in advance, free admission) Route: Take Metro Line 3 to Yanghu Wetland Park Station, Exit 2, then take a bus or taxi (about CNY 6) Exhibition Area A: The second and third floors are the permanent exhibition halls for Li Zijian's oil paintings Exhibition Area B: The first floor is a restaurant, and the second floor is a sketch and international art bookstore Remember to bring your ID card and avoid holidays~ The museum has a variety of leisure areas, so invite a few friends to visit on the weekend and you'll be sure to find some unexpected surprises.

📍Address: Lizhijian Art Museum is located at No. 385, Section 1, Xiaoxiang South Road, Yuelu District, Hunan Province. It is adjacent to the Hunan Xiangjiang New Area Urban Pavilion and Xie Zilong Photography Museum, forming a magnificent trio of museums on the beautiful Xiangjiang River. 🚗Transportation: You can take bus No. 26, 206, 222, 318, or 938 to get there. 👍️Must-see: Lizhijian Art Museum. The museum was built by the famous Chinese oil painter Li Zijian and his wife from Shaodong City, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province. The structure is uniquely designed and has become a beautiful sight on the Xiangjiang River. The museum covers an area of 15.3 acres, with a building area of more than 25,000 square meters. It is divided into multiple exhibition areas such as A, B, and C. It mainly includes the permanent exhibition hall of Li Zijian's oil paintings, the Master Hsing Yun Calligraphy Museum, etc. There is also a water concert hall, a meditation island, a ❤️spiritual space, a swan lake, etc. His representative work "Nanjing Massacre" is permanently collected and exhibited by the National Museum of China and the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. 🎟️Tickets: Free reservation on Trip.com. 💗Other tips:

Do you know that there is a free photo spot in Changsha that is as beautiful as walking into Monet's oil painting? 🖼️🌸 The location is between the Li Zijian Art Museum and the Xie Zilong Library. Not only is there an artistic atmosphere, but there is also the natural beauty of Swan Lake. Admission is completely free, but if you want to visit the exhibition, remember to make an appointment in advance on the "Public Number". After 17:00, you can't make an appointment. 🕒Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00-18:00, closed on Monday, don't run in vain. 📸Photo Tips: The super film photo position is on the green lawn by the Swan Lake, directly opposite and diagonally opposite a house. The composition is really out of the film and very advanced. Take a photo with the black swan. The swan is very gentle and does not bite. You can also feed it with vegetable leaves to increase the fun of interaction. The composition of the banana and the lake opposite the Li Zijian Art Museum is as beautiful as Monet's oil painting during the day, which is fascinating. 👗Dress suggestion: Light-colored skirts will be more out of the film, and accessories such as sunglasses, hats, earrings, and bags will also be very helpful. I hope everyone can take beautiful photos here and record beautiful moments!

Mr. Kofi Annan is an old friend of China. Kind, upright, and dedicated to world peace throughout his life, Mr. Annan left a deep and friendly impression on the Chinese people. This portrait, housed in the Li Zijian Art Museum, was specially painted for UN Secretary-General Annan and has a story of friendly exchanges with China behind it. The painting was specially created in 1997 by Li Zijian, a Chinese artist residing in the United States, for then UN Secretary-General Annan, making him the first Asian Chinese artist to receive this honor. The original painting is now housed in the United Nations Headquarters building.

The Li Zijian Art Museum in Changsha is located in Yuelu District of Changsha city. The museum covers an area of 15.3 acres, with a building area of over 25,000 square meters. The surrounding environment includes green spaces and a lake, totaling more than 180 acres. The foundation of the museum was laid in May 2014, and it was officially opened to the public on October 1, 2016, offering free admission. The mission of the Li Zijian Art Museum is to disseminate the artistic values of truth, goodness, and beauty, to promote international art exchanges, to enhance the cultural taste of the city, and to enrich the spiritual life of the public. The museum houses several exhibition halls, including the Li Zijian Oil Painting Permanent Exhibition Hall, Master Hsing Yun's Calligraphy Museum, the Mind Space, the Water Music Hall, etc., displaying Mr. Li Zijian's realistic oil paintings as well as Master Hsing Yun's calligraphy works. In addition, the museum also hosts various types of art exhibitions and cultural activities, such as the International Children's Environmental Protection Charity Painting Competition Award-winning Works Exhibition, Dragon Boat Festival Ethnic Chamber Music Concert, and more. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with summer hours from 9:30 to 18:00 (tickets stop being issued at 17:30), and winter hours from 10:00 to 17:30 (tickets stop being issued at 17:00). Admission is free.

The Li Zijian Art Museum, located in Yuelu District, Changsha City, Hunan Province, opened on October 1, 2016. It is a modern public art museum solely funded by Li Zijian and his wife, Dan Hui. The director of the museum is Li Zijian. According to the official website in April 2023, the museum has a building space of more than 25,000 square meters, integrating permanent exhibitions, temporary exhibition halls, multi-functional halls, concert halls and various service facilities. It exhibits more than 200 original oil paintings by Mr. Li Zijian on a long-term basis.

Zhoukou Station → Changsha Station 1. Day1. Orange Island (We went there around five or six in the morning when there were few people) → Hexi University City → Li Zijian Art Museum (need to make an appointment in advance) → May 1st Square 2. Day2. May 1st Square Yuxuan Temple Lane (there are many vintage shops, a good street to stroll) → lfs Guojin Center → Huangxing South Road Pedestrian Street → Wenheyou → Dufu River Pavilion (please note the time, Dufu River Pavilion lights up at 19:30 and turns off at 22:30) Food: Tea Yan Yue Se, stinky tofu, sugar water, sugar oil glutinous rice cake, fairy bean cake, rice noodles Accommodation: We booked a hotel near the train station Travel by Didi and subway Changsha is a very fun city, it's really suitable for citywalk when it's not hot, it really makes me linger, I will come again when I have time! Finally, I wish everyone a happy trip

#lightthecity An absolutely beautiful gallery that is free to the public. We were only there for an hour or so but you can spend two to three hours easily. There are several different galleries with the entire lifes work of the talented artist Li Zijian. My favorite paintings were of the Nanjing Massacre and some post-modern crazy works that seem to bend reality. It really makes you feel talentless walking through the halls！There is also a history of the building of the site，which took place quite recently. Outside，there is a beautiful pond with ducks and geese that you can feed. And there is a cool coffee shop to take a breather and get out of the heat of Changsha. Truly a great new addition to the city！ Would highly recommend this free attraction！ #lightthecity