The Memorial to Zhou Enlai and Deng Yingchao is a significant three-story museum in Tianjin dedicated to the cherished memory of China's premier Zhou Enlai and his wife, Deng Yingchao. Located near the scenic Tianjin Water Park, this museum offers an insightful journey through the couple's lives using an extensive collection of photos, documents, dioramas, and over 140 recovered personal artifacts. When you step into the entrance hall, you are immediately greeted by striking white jade sitting statues of both figures.
Exploring the venue brings you through four major exhibition areas spread across its floors. On the first floor of the main hall, you will discover the "People's Premier Zhou Enlai" display, while the third floor focuses on "Deng Yingchao, the Outstanding Representative of Chinese Women in the 20th Century." The museum also features the restored West Flower Hall (Xihuahua Hall) of Beijing's Zhongnanhai with its "Great Sentiment" cultural relics display. Additionally, you can view incredible historical transportation exhibits, including the Ilyushin Il-14 aircraft No.
678 gifted to Zhou Enlai by the Soviet Union and the historic "New Haimen" ship used to scatter Deng Yingchao's ashes in 1992. It is an engaging destination for history enthusiasts.
What to see at Memorial to Zhou Enlai and Deng Yingchao
- White jade sitting statues of Premier Zhou Enlai and Deng Yingchao in the entrance hall
- Exhibits featuring over 140 personal artifacts, photos, and dioramas
- Restored West Flower Hall of Zhongnanhai displaying the "Great Sentiment" relics
- Ilyushin Il-14 aircraft No. 678 gifted by the Soviet Union government
- The "New Haimen" ship used to scatter Deng Yingchao's ashes in 1992
Visiting tips
Combine your cultural trip to the museum with a relaxing visit to the nearby Tianjin Water Park.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning
How to get there & what’s nearby
Memorial to Zhou Enlai and Deng Yingchao is easy to reach on Tianjin’s public transport, and pairs naturally with St. Joseph Cathedral and Tianjin Natural History Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Tianjin travel guide.
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