Hidden Momo · Half Foot Garden Hotel

Yinmo Yangzhou · Half-Arshen Garden Hotel: Encounter the Poetic Dwelling of Thousand-Year-Old Yangzhou "Flowers bloom in March and the Yangtze River flows to Yangzhou." When the poetic charm of spring spreads along the canal, the Hidden Lane Half-Meter Garden Hotel invites you to step into a dream of Jiangnan that transcends time and space. The hotel is rooted in the historical and cultural district north of the Ruan Family Ancestral Hall on Yuxian Street in Guangling District, Yangzhou City. This place was once the residence of Ruan Yuan, a three-time Grand Secretary, a first-rank official, and the Viceroy of Liangjiang during the reigns of Emperors Qianlong, Jiaqing, and Daoguang of the Qing Dynasty. In the Qing Dynasty's literary circle, there were not many people who could establish a school or a sect. Ruan Yuan from Jiangsu Province was one of them. Ruan Yuan's ancestral home was in Yizheng, Jiangsu Province. He was born in a family of officials in Yangzhou in the 29th year of Emperor Qianlong's reign. His grandfather was a military scholar and served as a general in Hunan. His father entered the imperial academy at a young age and studied "Zuo's Spring and Autumn Annals", becoming a master of classical prose. His mother, Lin, also came from an official family and was well-versed in poetry and literature, with good cultivation. Growing up in such a family, Ruan Yuan was influenced by his family's learning from an early age and gradually became a renowned talent in both literature and martial arts. At the age of 25, Ruan Yuan passed the imperial examination and entered the officialdom. Ruan Yuan not only held high positions but was also a staunch guardian of Yangzhou's culture. He compiled "Jingji Zanggu" and edited and printed "Thirteen Classics with Commentaries and Sub-commentaries", his cultural achievements shining like stars in Yangzhou's cultural heritage. Mr. Ruan Yuan dedicated his life to cultural inheritance and academic research. The "Jingji Zanggu" he compiled collected the essence of ancient annotations and interpretations, providing an important basis for later generations to study classics. The "Thirteen Classics with Commentaries and Sub-commentaries" he edited and printed, with its rigorous academic attitude in correcting classics, became an important model for the study of classics. The "Huangqing Jingjie" he compiled and printed was a comprehensive collection of Qing Dynasty's research on classics. His academic philosophy of "seeking truth from facts and not believing without evidence" not only influenced the academic atmosphere of an era but also became a shining spiritual treasure in the Chinese cultural heritage. When children step into this hotel filled with historical charm, every brick under their feet and every painting on the walls tell stories of the past. Wandering through the ancient corridors, gently touching the carved window lattices, they can almost see Ruan Yuan's figure writing at his desk. Standing in front of the pavilions and terraces in the courtyard, feeling the elegance of the blue tiles and horse-head walls, the aesthetic genes of traditional culture are quietly integrated into their cognition. The hotel has carefully designed nearly a hundred guest rooms, retaining the charm of ancient architecture while integrating intelligent technology. Double-layer vacuum glass windows block out the noise, and voice assistants and electric curtains create a comfortable and convenient living environment for children. The hotel's garden-like design, with its well-arranged pavilions and lush greenery, is a natural classroom for children to explore nature and stimulate their imagination. Here, children can listen to the birds singing in the morning, observe the growth of plants, and gaze at the stars at night, feeling the vastness of the universe. In this way, they develop a love for nature and an exploratory spirit unconsciously. In addition, the hotel's superior location provides convenience for children's cultural studies. The Renfengli Ancient Street to the east, with its thousand-year-old market life and intangible cultural heritage skills, the nearby Wenchang Pavilion and Siwang Pavilion, which carry the city's memories, and the scenic spots such as Slender West Lake, He Garden, and Ge Garden within a 10-minute drive, perfectly blend the exquisite elegance of Jiangnan gardens with historical stories. Parents can take their children to visit these cultural sites along Ruan Yuan's footsteps, taste traditional delicacies in Dongguan Ancient Street, learn about commercial civilization in salt merchant residences, and appreciate the wisdom of ancient garden design in the gardens, making the knowledge in textbooks come alive. When young entrepreneurs and professionals step into this renovated ancestral home hotel, it's as if they have traveled through time to have a spiritual dialogue with this great man. The 11 independent ancient-style courtyards, with their black tiles and grey walls, exude the weight of history. The carved beams and painted pillars are engraved with the accumulation of culture. Wandering through them, the overhanging eaves and brackets above seem to reflect Ruan Yuan's broad vision; the winding corridors and paths beneath are like his wisdom in navigating complex situations. Each guest room in the hotel seamlessly blends traditional aesthetics with modern intelligence. Double-layer vacuum glass windows insulate you from the outside world, creating a quiet space for reflection; the entire house is equipped with smart devices, from voice assistants to smart bathrooms, empowering an efficient lifestyle with technology. And when you open the window, the pavilions, waterside terraces, blooming flowers and lush trees in the courtyard instantly transport you back to the era of scholars and literati discussing poetry and philosophy, allowing you to find a peaceful haven for your soul on the bustling path of striving, and gain clarity on your career direction through contemplation. The hotel's prime location offers a fertile ground for inspiration and creativity among the younger generation of strivers. To the east lies the bustling Renfengli Ancient Street, where traditional craftsmanship and modern creativity blend harmoniously. To the west is the bustling Wenchang Baihui, where commercial vitality and cultural heritage complement each other. Historical landmarks such as Wenchang Pavilion and Siwangting, within walking distance, bear witness to the thousand-year-old rise and fall of Yangzhou. Within a 10-minute drive are the Slender West Lake, He Garden, and Ge Garden, showcasing the ingenious garden-making wisdom and life philosophy of the ancients. These cultural treasures are like mirrors, reflecting the boundless possibilities of innovative thinking and inspiring you to break conventions and innovate in your career development. Living in the former residence of Ruan Yuan, you will be immersed in the atmospher