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Ba Jin’s former home

A Chinese writer’s life within an international streetscape.

巴金故居

Earlier name or use
Ba Jin’s residence · 巴金寓所
Today
Ba Jin’s former home

The connection

Ba Jin lived at 113 Wukang Road for decades. His former home brings the story of this neighbourhood back to writing, family and the people who lived behind its garden walls.

What to look for

The garden house, gabled roof and green shutters.

Before you go

Check the residence’s current visitor and reservation information before entering.

Today’s Chinese address

上海市徐汇区武康路113号

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Sources & further reading

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