Walking in a young master's footsteps

Visitors get an opportunity to experience the hometown life of a pivotal literary figure, Wang Ru reports in Shaoxing, Zhejiang province.

Dark tiles, white walls, wooden lattice windows and black-awning boats — people who visit the Shaoxing Lu Xun Native Place in Shaoxing, Zhejiang province, can still view what Lu Xun saw more than a century ago and trace his footsteps from a young master of a declining family into a pivotal figure of contemporary Chinese literature.

Nestled within the ancient city of Shaoxing, with a history of over 2,500 years, this scenic spot holds the cherished childhood memories of Lu Xun. It is a place brimming with captivating stories, attracting countless visitors to immerse themselves in its rich cultural significance.