Xu Guangqi Memorial Hall, Memorial hall in Xujiahui district of Shanghai, China
Xu Guangqi Memorial Hall is a museum located in Xujiahui that documents the life and work of this Ming-era scholar. The rooms display documents, instruments, and personal items related to his research in astronomy, mathematics, and agriculture.
The site was built to honor an important Ming-era scholar whose grave lies nearby. The memorial was created long after his death and now shapes this part of Shanghai's identity.
The exhibitions highlight how Xu Guangqi transformed local farming practices and introduced new cultivation methods that shaped agricultural life for generations. His name remains alive in Shanghai today, especially in this district, where his legacy continues to influence how people think about science and innovation.
The hall stands beside Xu Guangqi's tomb inside Guangqi Park in Xujiahui, Xuhui District. It opened in January 2005 and covers 502 square metres, so the visit is short. Metro lines 1, 9 and 11 stop at Xujiahui station, a walk from the park.
The memorial hall opened in January 2005 and covers 502 square metres beside Xu Guangqi's tomb in Guangqi Park. The park itself was called Nandan Park until 1983, when it was renamed for the 350th anniversary of his death.
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