Luzhou Li Residence Historic Site - General Li You-Bang Memorial Hall Introduction
The Lujhou Li Residence is grand in scale and well-preserved, covering more than 1,200 square meters. It embodies the generous spirit of local gentry and possesses the rustic charm of a traditional farmhouse, making it a typical large residence of a prosperous clan. This historic house is the former residence of Li You-bang, a renowned figure in Taiwan's resistance against Japanese rule, and is locally referred to as "Li Ancestor's House." This cultural asset has a history of over a hundred years (established in 1857 - 2012, a total of 155 years). It was built by the second-generation ancestor Li Ching-shui, and in the 29th year of the Guangxu era, the Li family's seven branches collectively invested in its reconstruction. It features one of the most beautifully preserved courtyards in Taiwan, showcasing its current layout, configuration, and restored appearance. It has been designated as a third-class historic site and was officially opened to the public in 2006 as the "Li Clan Residence - Memorial Hall of General Li You-bang." After the First Sino-Japanese War, the Li family not only remained undaunted but decided to expand their ancestral home to represent the family's deep roots in Chinese culture through architecture. It took nearly nine years to construct the residence and the surrounding area, making it a landmark in Lujhou at the time. In addition to its quaint architecture, the interior retains antique furnishings such as eight-legged wooden beds, dressing tables, stone mills, and kitchen stoves, preserving the appearance of a hundred years ago and documenting a vibrant slice of Taiwan's history.
