Yi Yuan Ancient House Introduction
Matsus' largest ancient residence - Ma Hsing Chen Residence (Yiyuan Ancient House) is a national historic site and the largest ancient residence in Changhua, as well as one of the famous mansions in Taiwan. It was established in the 26th year of the Daoguang period of the Qing dynasty (1846). The Chen family became wealthy through trade and purchased land to build this large residence and estate. A clan member was elected as a Jinshi in the 9th year of the Xianfeng period (1859), and later several members achieved recognition as scholars and gongsheng, making the family notably prominent.
A corner of Yiyuan Ancient House
Flagpole Seat
