To satisfy increasing demand during summer vacation, several cultural sites in Yangzhou have extended their opening hours from July 1 to Aug 31.
The statue of Dong Zhongshu, a distinguished philosopher from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24), stands tall in front of the Yangzhou Museum. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
The Yangzhou Museum now welcomes visitors from 9 am to 6 pm, with last entry at 5 pm. On July 5, July 20, and Aug 17, when Yangzhou will host the Jiangsu Football City League, the museum will stay open until 8:30 pm, with the final entry at 7:30 pm.
The Eight Yangzhou Eccentrics Memorial brings to life the vibrant gathering of ancient literati, who debated calligraphy and paintings. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
The Eight Yangzhou Eccentrics Memorial now operates from 8:30 am to 6 pm, with last entry at 5:30 pm. To accommodate a series of puppet shows, the hall will remain open until 8 pm on July 5, July 19, Aug 2, and Aug 16, with no entrance after 7:30 pm.
The bricks of the Former Residence of Zhu Ziqing appear aged. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
The Former Residence of Zhu Ziqing is accessible to visitors every Tuesday through Sunday, closing its doors at 6 pm, with final entry at 5:30 pm.