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Tucked away in the Nanhexia Historic and Cultural Block of Yangzhou, a mansion first built by a salt merchant community from Hubei province during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) recently commenced trial operations.
A salt merchant mansion, located in the Nanhexia Historic and Cultural Block of Yangzhou, opens. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
During the trial run, the scenic spot plans to adopt a model blending daytime appreciation with nighttime revelries.
In the daytime, ticketholders can wander through the various courtyards of the mansion, experiencing the magnificent combination of architectural styles from Jingchu, a historical region mainly covering present-day Hubei province, and those from Yangzhou.
Non-player characters in gorgeous attire interact with tourists in the mansion. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
As night falls, a nighttime tour will take visitors on an immersive journey, tracing back over 140 years to a flourishing salt merchant culture. They can enjoy engaging interactions such as learning dances themed on the Chinese God of Wealth from Peking Opera performers or participating in a money-throwing activity.
The former residence of Wang Lumen features weather-beaten houses and serene courtyards. [Photo/yznews.cn]
Opened alongside the mansion is the former residence of Wang Lumen, the largest existing salt merchant's residence in Yangzhou. It is just a wall's distance away from the former.
An advanced artificial intelligent guiding system and professional voice commentary will provide visitors with detailed explanations of architectural details, daily life scenes, and the history of Yangzhou's salt industry.
