Lu Xun Museum
Museum

Lu Xun Museum, Gongmenkou 2nd Alley | © David Baron/Flickr
This two-story museum is situated in the former residence of Lu Xun (1881-1936), the father of modern Chinese literature who lived in Beijing from 1912-1926. It contains copies of Lu Xun’s writings, photos, and personal effects, as well as first editions of some of his works. There is also a small bookshop where you can buy his books in Chinese and English translation. Entry is free, but be sure to bring your passport.
Lu Xun was a key figure in the 1919 May Fourth Movement, a student-led cultural and political movement that rejected traditional Confucian values and called for the embrace of scientific thought and Western liberal democracy. He is best known for short stories such as Diary of a Madman and The True Story of Ah Q, works that expressed his desire for reform as well as his criticisms of Chinese society.
Lu Xun was a key figure in the 1919 May Fourth Movement, a student-led cultural and political movement that rejected traditional Confucian values and called for the embrace of scientific thought and Western liberal democracy. He is best known for short stories such as Diary of a Madman and The True Story of Ah Q, works that expressed his desire for reform as well as his criticisms of Chinese society.