Kang Youwei Former Residence
Kang Youwei's residence in Qingdao (Tianyou Garden) from 1923 to 1927: Kang Youwei settled in Qingdao in his later years and died here. His famous quote "Red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and blue sky" originated from his praise of Qingdao.
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-16:30·Closed Mondays
- Ticket
- Free
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
Kang Youwei's residence in Qingdao (Tianyou Garden) from 1923 to 1927: Kang Youwei settled in Qingdao in his later years and died here. His famous quote "Red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and blue sky" originated from his praise of Qingdao. The residence displays his life and calligraphy, and the old building overlooks Huiquan Bay. Free admission, 09:00-16:30, closed on Mondays, walkable via Fushan Zhilu.
Getting there：Fushan Zhilu
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