• Ba Gong Fang Zi - Bagong House, situated at the junction of Poyang Street and Dongting Street in Jiang’an District, Wuhan, Hubei Province, is a historic Russian-style apartment complex constructed in 1910. It serves as a significant cultural and architectural landmark, showcasing the blend of Eastern and Western influences during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republican era.

Historical Background
Owners: The building was commissioned by the Banov brothers, Russian tea merchants and relatives of Tsar Nicholas I. Known as “Big Bagong” (J.K. Banov) and “Little Bagong” (Zino Banov), they were key figures in Hankou’s tea trade and operated the influential Fuchang Brick Tea Factory.

Construction: Designed by the British architectural firm Jingming Yanghang and built by local craftsmen, the project commenced in 1901 and took nearly a decade to complete. The Banov brothers invested 150,000 taels of silver to create this triangular-shaped marvel, which became a symbol of the Russian Concession.

• Lihuangpi Road Museum - Core area of the former Russian Concession (1900), featuring 17 preserved buildings known as “Hankou’s Open-air Architecture Museum.”

No.5 Luojia Street: Curved balconies & stained glass, once a Russian tea merchant’s mansion.

Former Gaoshi Hospital: Wuhan’s first Western hospital with a green dome & wrought-iron details.

Red brick walls with Siberian pine beams.

Orthodox crosses & Chinese bat motifs on doorways.

Liu Futang’s Residence: The “Tea King” traded Hankou tea for Russian steel here.

Bullet Marks: On No.12 Luojia Street walls from the 1938 Battle of Wuhan.

Suggested Duration: 2-3 hrs (golden hour for lighting).

Every brick here whispers a century of dialogue between the Yangtze & Volga.

• 平和打包厂 - Pinghe Packaging Factory Former Site 平和打包厂 (Liddell Bros. Press Packing Works), established in 1905 by British merchants Liddell Brothers in Hankou, Wuhan, was one of the earliest and most influential cotton-packing factories in the region. As part of the British trading firm Liddell Bros. & Co., Ltd. (平和洋行), it pioneered mechanical cotton compression and became a cornerstone of Wuhan’s early industrial development. The complex, renowned for its reinforced concrete structure and red-brick facade, expanded over time into six interconnected buildings spanning 32,808 square meters, making it the largest and best-preserved early industrial complex in Wuhan. After decades of historical shifts, including wartime occupation and post-1949 state management, it was revitalized in 2017 as a cultural and creative hub, earning UNESCO recognition in 2019.

• Walking Street of Jianghan Road - Historical Significance: Originally built during the late Qing Dynasty, Jianghan Road thrived in the early 20th century as a concession area influenced by Western architecture. Many buildings along the street display a mix of European styles, including Baroque and Neoclassical designs.

Shopping Paradise: Today, it is a lively pedestrian zone lined with department stores, boutique shops, international brands, and local vendors. It attracts shoppers, tourists, and locals alike.

Food & Entertainment: The area offers diverse culinary experiences, from street food like hot dry noodles (热干面) to upscale restaurants. At night, the street comes alive with neon lights and entertainment options.

Jianghan Road is more than just a shopping street—it’s a cultural tapestry reflecting Wuhan’s past and present. Whether exploring its architecture, indulging in local snacks, or experiencing the city’s energy, it’s a must-visit destination in central China.

• Hankow Customs House Museum - Construction: 1924 (clock mechanism original 1923 British JB Joyce manufacture).
  Historical Role: Controlled 90% of Yangtze River tariffs; its chimes set “Hankou Standard Time” for merchant ships.

The tour starts at Customs House Museum. Within 1.5km of Yanjiang Avenue lies a condensed global architectural history: Neoclassical to Art Deco, Mansard roofs to Manchurian windows. These buildings are both colonial scars and witnesses to technological revolution – Germans brought reinforced concrete, British introduced urban planning, while Chinese artisans achieved cultural counter-conquest through craftsmanship.

• Certified Tour Guide
• All Fees and Taxes
• Bottled water
• Tea and coffee

• Lunch
• Dinner
• Alcoholic beverages

Explore a guided tour showcasing the colonial architecture and hidden histories of Hankou, a district in Wuhan. Led by a certified tour guide, this experience is ideal for history enthusiasts and architecture photographers. The tour covers the historical period from 1861 to 1946. Within a 1.5km stretch of Yanjiang Avenue, you’ll find a rich tapestry of global architectural styles: from Neoclassical to Art Deco, featuring Mansard roofs and Manchurian windows. These structures serve as both remnants of colonial influence and testaments to the technological advancements of the era – with Germans introducing reinforced concrete, the British implementing urban planning, and Chinese artisans demonstrating cultural resilience through their craftsmanship.

Embark on a private journey to uncover Wuhan’s global heritage. Through tea, coffee, steel, and revolution, the city’s international past comes to life. Simultaneously, discover the secrets of local cuisine.

In this place, every brick tells a story of cross-cultural exchange, and every ray of sunlight offers an invitation to explore a history that spans centuries.

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