[2024 Kunming Attraction] Travel Guide for Luhan Residence (Updated Oct)
Historical Architectures
Address:
No. 4 Cuihu South Road, Wuhua District, Kunming
Opening times:
Open tomorrow at 09:00-16:30(Admission ends at 16:30)Closed Today
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hours
Check in at the Lu Mansion in Kunming, Yunnan.
Family, check in at a super beautiful mansion - Lu Mansion.
The mansion was built in 1923 and was the private residence of Lu Han, the then chairman of Yunnan Province. It covers a large area and has a combination of Chinese and Western architectural styles. It has the characteristics of traditional Chinese gardens and the shadow of European architecture. It is very delicate and elegant. There is also a museum in the mansion, which displays the history and culture of the Lu Han family, giving people a deeper understanding of this family.
However, the most surprising thing is the garden in the mansion🌸. The garden is full of various exotic flowers and plants, and different flowers bloom in all seasons, which is very beautiful. If you go in spring, you can see the garden full of peach blossoms, cherry blossoms, azaleas, etc., as if you are in a sea of flowers. There is also a small bridge and flowing water in the garden, the sound of water is gurgling, and people are in a good mood.
This mansion is not only a historical building, but also a work of art. It witnessed the changes in modern Chinese history and also showed the profoundness of traditional Chinese culture. If you are also interested in Chinese history and culture, you might as well check in at Lu Mansion, I believe you will also be attracted by its beauty and charm!
Ethan Hayes 234~
The mansion of the 'Last King of Yunnan' by the Cui Lake has become an important witness to Yunnan's history
The Yunnan Uprising Memorial Hall is located opposite the east gate of Cuihu Park. It was established using the former residence of Lu Han, the chairman of Yunnan Province. Lu's mansion was a private garden-style residence during the Republic of China period and also served as his important office. The memorial hall restores the scenes of that time through real-life restoration, combined with related objects, pictures, texts, wax figures, and other simulated displays, recreating the true scenes of the significant historical event of the Yunnan Uprising. At the end of 1949, the People's Liberation Army advanced to the southwest. On the evening of December 9, Lu Han, under the pretext of holding an important military meeting, detained the heads of the Kuomintang stationed in Yunnan, including Zhang Qun, the chief officer of the Southwest Command, Li Mi, the commander of the Eighth Army, Yu Chengwan, the commander of the Twenty-Sixth Army, and Shen Zui, the head of the Yunnan station of the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics, removing obstacles to the Yunnan Uprising. That evening, he led his troops to announce the Yunnan Uprising. Before the liberation army arrived, they fought fiercely with the heavily armed central Kuomintang army until our army arrived, the Battle of Kunming was won, and Yunnan was peacefully liberated. Lu Han's mansion witnessed the entire process of this magnificent peaceful uprising in Yunnan and holds significant revolutionary historical importance. The mansion is divided into the old mansion and the new mansion. The old mansion, built in 1933, is a brick-wood structure and a purely French-style villa, which is currently the best-preserved and largest French-style building in Kunming. The new mansion is a Soviet-style villa. After the liberation, Lu Han donated this building to the Yunnan Provincial People's Government. Currently, the old mansion is officially open to the public as the Yunnan Uprising Memorial Hall.
CHANEL MENDOZA
What is the charm of traveling through Yunnan by train?
Longing for a small-town lifestyle, this time I chose the Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture, embarking on a new journey by train🚂, away from the crowds, to the charming small towns of southeastern Yunnan. I started a unique and colorful journey of 4 days and 3 nights.
Day1 Kunming: Arriving directly in Kunming, I experienced the leisurely life of the locals at 📍Cuihu Park in the spring city. Then I went to 📍the Military Academy to watch the hourly guard-changing ceremony and to learn about half of Kunming's modern history, reminiscing about the once glorious years. There's also the 📍Lu Han Mansion, which witnessed the Yunnan Uprising, a Gothic-style bright yellow French building, great for taking photos outside and revisiting history inside.
Day2 Jianshui: This is a treasure of a small town, far from the hustle and bustle, with a long history and culture, still retaining more than 50 ancient buildings.
📍Ancient Town: The ancient town, full of life, is worth visiting for its Chaoyang Tower, Confucian Temple, and Zhu Family Garden.
📍Narrow Gauge Train: A tourist train, with vintage carriages, artistic retro stations, and beautiful scenery of countryside and ancient buildings along the way; it's recommended to book a seat early, find a window spot for photos, and the fruits at the station are also very cheap. It passes through Shuanglong Bridge Station - Xianghui Bridge Station - Tuanshan Station.
📍Purple Pottery Street: A bustling night market, very popular at night, where the small town's atmosphere is evident, and there are many pottery galleries along the street, with a variety of colorful ceramics to dazzle the eyes.
Food: Jianshui roasted tofu, barbecue, steam pot feast.
Day3 Mengzi: My impression of Mengzi is that it's a city with low prices, off the beaten path, rich history, a border town, and a small city with ethnic characteristics. It is the junction of the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway and the Gejiu Stone Railway, where multiple cultures blend, and the architectural features are also unique, making it super suitable for sightseeing and photography.
📍Bisezhai: An important stop on the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway, with French architectural style, one of China's oldest train stations, and also home to Yunnan's first coffee shop and post office. Here you can find the same camera positions as in the movie 'Youth', and it really achieves a model of operation and sightseeing integration.
📍Pioneer Bookstore is located next to Nanhu and the former site of the Southwest Associated University, gathering representative works of the teachers and students of the university and local handicrafts of Mengzi;
The Dashuzhai Night Market and Nanhu Night Tour in Mengzi are also must-visit places for visitors.
🌟Mengzi is the birthplace of Crossing-the-Bridge Noodles.
Day4 Mile: This city, sharing its name with Buddha, inevitably has its own unique legends. Now Mile can be directly reached by high-speed rail, making travel convenient.
📍Dongfengyun Art Town: Red brick kilns of various sizes, blending wine culture and Yi ethnic fire culture, full of exotic charm. The design here is really for photography, any angle is a great shot, and if you come after May, there's also a large field of lavender.
📍Taiping Lake Park: A park created through ecological restoration on a karstified land. Nestled between mountains and waters, with dense forests and clear waters, it is a colorful land all year round.
Traveling through Yunnan by train, connecting several characteristic small towns with the simplest mode of transportation, to experience different small-town lives.
GENEVIEVE BARBER
Kunming Surroundings | The French-style Luhan Mansion
Visited the attractions around the park and casually racked up twenty thousand steps.
The first stop is the Lu's Mansion, located at the south gate of Cuihu (Green Lake). Also known as the Yunnan Uprising Memorial, it was the private residence and office of Lu Han, the governor of Yunnan Province during the Republic of China era, and is the largest and best-preserved French-style building in Kunming🏡
The mansion consists of the new and old mansions, with the old mansion built in the 1930s. During the Spring Festival, only the living room and the reception room on the first floor of the old mansion are open for tourists to visit. By combining scene restoration, physical materials, and exhibition panels, the exhibition presents the life of Lu Han and the process of the Yunnan Uprising.
As soon as you enter the mansion, it instantly takes you back to the Republic of China era. The interior decoration is exquisite, luxurious, and meticulously crafted. The reception room features a fireplace and stained glass windows, and the delicate furniture, cabinets, and window frames are all made of imported teak. The overall maintenance is very good, and it doesn't look like it was decorated ninety years ago at all.
'Historical Background
During the Republic of China, Lu Han controlled the military and political power of Yunnan for over four years and was known as the last 'King of Yunnan'
On the evening of December 9, 1949, Lu Han held a 'Hongmen Banquet' in the mansion, detaining the then Nationalist Party's Southwest Military and Political Commander, the commanders of the 8th and 26th Armies, and the head of the Military Statistics Bureau Yunnan Station, and announced the Yunnan Uprising. The Luhan Mansion witnessed this significant historical event, possessing high historical and architectural value.'
To have such a set of French-style garden houses by the Green Lake is truly enviable
TONY GONZALES
The French Charm of Kunming - Lu Han Mansion
Proceeding from No. 65 Cuihu South Road, and moving forward, you arrive at No. 4 Cuihu South Road, where a luxurious mansion suddenly comes into view. Compared to the No. 65 courtyard, it seems quite modest. This is the largest and best-preserved French-style architectural courtyard in Kunming - the Lu Han Mansion.
The Lu Han Mansion was the private garden-style residence of Lu Han, the chairman of Yunnan Province during the Republic of China period. It was completed in 1933, covering a total area of 5,600 square meters, with a building area of 1,500 square meters. The main building is a brick and stone French-style structure with an octagonal floor plan. The roof is a steep slope Ying Shan flat tile, featuring a distinct Gothic style. Stone pillars, door frames, window frames, and other stone components are often decorated with relief sculptures. The interior is equipped with fireplaces, and both the primary and secondary bedrooms, as well as the dining room, have floor-to-ceiling doors and windows that open onto balconies.
The French garden outside the mansion is also a delightful place that makes one linger and forget to return. It is amazing to find such a strong French charm in the southwest of China.
Now, the Lu Han Mansion has been converted into the Yunnan Uprising Memorial Hall, which displays the history of Lu Han leading the uprising during the Liberation War, defecting to the new China, and the liberation of Yunnan.
VoyagingDreamer
Lu Han Mansion
Lu Han Mansion is located at No. 4 Cuihu South Road, Wuhua District, Kunming City, right across from the east gate of Cuihu Park, covering an area of 6,205 square meters. It was the private residence and office of Mr. Lu Han, the last chairman of Yunnan Province during the Republic of China era and a renowned patriotic general.
The mansion was built in the 1930s and is the best-preserved and largest brick-and-stone structure French-style building in the Kunming area today.
The entire building is octagonal, two-storied, with brick walls and wooden trusses, and partly reinforced concrete structures; its roof is a steep slope Ying Shan flat tile, with all sides being equilateral triangles, featuring a distinct Gothic style. The building has sixteen facades in total, with three-sided bay windows on the east and west sides; red tiles and yellow walls, complemented by grey border lines, are very elegant.
Stone columns, door frames, window frames, and other stone components are often decorated with bas-reliefs, and the interior is equipped with fireplaces. All interior decorations are made of imported teak wood, with primary and secondary bedrooms and dining rooms all having floor-to-ceiling doors and windows that open onto balconies. The decoration is very luxurious and exquisite.
On the evening of December 9, 1949, in order to confuse the military and political officials and spies that Chiang Kai-shek had planted in Kunming, Lu Han meticulously planned and, under the guise of holding an important military meeting, detained military and political officials such as Zhang Qun, the head of the Southwest Military and Political Headquarters, Li Mi, the commander of the Eighth Army, and Yu Chengwan, the commander of the Twenty-sixth Army, at the mansion. At 10 p.m. that night, Lu Han announced the Yunnan Uprising from the Wuhua Mountain Provincial Government via telegram.
With the support of the People's Liberation Army, Yunnan peacefully rose up, shattering Chiang Kai-shek's conspiracy to establish an anti-communist base in Yunnan and making an outstanding contribution to the liberation of the great Southwest.
As the site that witnessed the significant historical event of the Yunnan Peaceful Uprising, Lu Han Mansion has high historical, cultural, and architectural value. In October 2019, it was announced as a national key cultural relics protection unit.
GlobeTrotterPro
Explore Cuihu, discover the beauty of Kunming
The heart of Yunnan is none other than Kunming, and the heart of Kunming lies in Cuihu. Choosing Kunming as a tourist destination, you absolutely cannot miss Cuihu. Not only does it integrate culture, gardens, and popular check-in spots, but it is also very convenient to go to other attractions! ✨🏞️
🏛 Yunnan University Eastland Campus: While experiencing the century-old history of Yunnan University, don't forget to make an appointment in advance! The architecture here carries a rich historical heritage. 🏰
📚 Eraser Bookstore: This is one of my favorite bookstores! In addition to a wealth of books, the design of the store is also very thoughtful, especially the spiral staircase, which is simply superb! 📖🌀
☕️ Mr. Slope: There are many coffee shops along the way, sit down and taste a cup of coffee, leisurely spend an afternoon, how comfortable! There are different market activities at different times. ☕️🛋️
🔥 Yunnan Military Academy: This is the cradle of officers, 15 years earlier than Huangpu Military Academy! Generals Zhu De and Ye Jianying both studied here!💂♂️📜
⛪️ Trinity Church: A church with a history of 120 years, can accommodate 500 people for worship, is a landmark building on Renmin Middle Road.⛪️✨
🔥 Huang Gongdong Street/Zhao Mansion: This is one of the most popular check-in places, yellow walls, green chairs, red plums, beautiful! The red wall opposite Zhao Mansion is even more full of the atmosphere of the Forbidden City.🏮🌺
🏘️ Lu Han Mansion: It is also the Yunnan Uprising Memorial Hall, the entire garden is French architectural style, especially the colorful mosaic glass, the first floor is an excellent place for taking pictures.🌷🏡
🔥 Cuihu: Now is the season when the lotus flowers are in full bloom, a sea of green as far as the eye can see, definitely a good place to take a portrait!🌺🍃
🗺️ Route suggestions:
1-day itinerary: Yunnan University Eastland Campus-Eraser Bookstore-Mr. Slope-Yunnan Military Academy-Trinity Church-Huang Gongdong Street/Zhao Mansion-Lu Han Mansion-Inside Cuihu (or go to Nanping Street area) 🚶♂️🗺️
Half-day itinerary: Yunnan Military Academy-Huang Gongdong Street/Zhao Mansion-Inside Cuihu-Other attractions 🕒🌟
🍽️ Food suggestions:
Wenshan breakfast
Yangyu Lane fried potatoes
Qian Bureau Street Snow Pickles (especially cold mixed fruit, must try)
There are many snacks in Wenhuaxiang and Nanping Street, don't miss it!🍜🍲
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Lu Han Mansion by the Cuihu Lake in Kunming
Lu Han Mansion is located next to Cuihu Park in Kunming City. It is Lu Han's private garden-style residence, built in 1933, and is the best-preserved and largest French-style building in Kunming. Inside the 'Yunnan Uprising Memorial Hall', a combination of scene restoration, physical material display, and exhibition board presentation is adopted to show the life and deeds of Lu Han and the process of the Yunnan Uprising. It is currently open to the public for free, and friends who are interested can come and visit.
ExcursionEnigmas
Kunming City Walk, a classic route strongly recommended by locals
After a local's recommendation, this CityWalk in the city center is both artistic and fun, covering the most core cultural and historical aspects of Kunming, as well as featuring special snacks, artistic cafes, and bookstores.
🚶Route Introduction
The total distance is 3.5 kilometers. You can plan to spend half a day to a full day walking slowly, covering 80% of the urban attractions, which is very suitable for friends who want to tour Kunming in one day.
🚏Route Start and End Points
Starting point: Green Chicken Square
Passing through: Walking Street - Wenming Street - Dongfang Bookstore - Luhan Mansion - Cuihu Park - Army Lecture Hall
Ending point: Wenlin Street
🏠Points of Interest Introduction
🌟Green Chicken Square: A landmark building in Kunming, it is said that Jinma Square and Green Chicken Square once had a splendid scenery shining with gold and jade.
🌟Dongfang Bookstore: A century-old bookstore frequented by many literary figures, including Lin Huiyin, full of artistic atmosphere.
🌟Wenming Street: A street full of snacks, you can't miss the small pot rice noodles, tofu rice noodles, roasted bait block, and grilled tofu.
🌟Luhan Mansion: Lu Han's private garden, the best-preserved French-style building in Kunming, very suitable for photography.
🌟Cuihu Park: A lake in the center of Kunming, where you can feed seagulls in winter.
🌟Army Lecture Hall: The first modern military academy in history, with many well-known alumni.
❤️Tips
Yunnan's mushroom hot pot, Dai-flavored, and Dian-flavored dishes are all very distinctive and worth a try.
Wenlin Street has many artistic small shops, suitable for daydreaming and drinking afternoon tea.
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Lu Han Mansion in Kunming
Lu Han Mansion, located on the east bank of Cuihu Lake in the center of Kunming, is a delicate garden house that is well preserved and basically maintains its original appearance.
Lu Han, from the same root as Long Yun, the last legendary 'King of Yunnan', once led the Yunnan army to fame in the Battle of Taierzhuang, and then resolutely rose up in peace. He designed in the mansion, captured Shen Zui and others, and saved Kunming from war. He is a hero to all the people of Kunming.
However, the road at the entrance is very narrow, and there is no public toilet inside, so it is recommended not to drive by yourself.