Former Governor's Residence (Guest House)
The German Governor's Residence (Governor's Building) built from 1905 to 1907: European castle-style palace architecture, blending Wilhelmine style with Jugendstil decoration, with luxurious interior crystal chandeliers, fireplaces, and stained glass; Sun Yat-sen stayed here in 1924.
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:30-17:30
- Ticket
- CNY 15
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The German Governor's Residence (Governor's Building) built from 1905 to 1907: European castle-style palace architecture, blending Wilhelmine style with Jugendstil decoration, with luxurious interior crystal chandeliers, fireplaces, and stained glass; Sun Yat-sen stayed here in 1924; the "Jia'ao Governor's Office" office building on Yishui Road is another German landmark (exterior viewing). 15 yuan ticket, 08:30-17:30, walkable from Signal Hill, a core stop on the German Old City line.
Getting there：Walk from Signal Hill
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