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Mabufang Residence
Introducing Mabufang Residence
Mabufang Residence is a tourist attraction in Xining. Mabufang Residence was the mansion of the Chinese Muslim warlord and Kuomintang General Ma Bufang and his family from 1943 to 1949. Steeped in over 80 years of history, the 299-room mansion encompasses seven interconnected courtyards, each serving a unique purpose. Its construction and decoration feature extensive use of locally sourced white jade, earning it the popular moniker “Jade Mansion.” This remarkable feature makes it the only known residence in China with such lavish jade wall adornment.
In 2006, a portion of the former mansion was dedicated to the establishment of the Qinghai Provincial Folk Museum. Within its historic walls, the museum showcases the diverse ethnic cultures that make up the rich history and heritage of the region.
Mabufang Residence Fast Facts
• AKA: Qinghai Provincial Folk Museum
• Chinese Name: Ma Bu Fang Gong Guan 马步芳公馆
• Best Time to Visit: June to August
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 1-2 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Architecture, History
• Opening Hours: Mabufang Residence is currently closed to the public
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: No 13 Weimin Lane, Chengdong District, Xining, Qinghai Province
What to Expect at Mabufang Residence
At the “Jade Mansion,” a former warlord’s residence turned museum – explore its courtyards and discover a vibrant tapestry of ethnic traditions and historical echoes.
Exhibitions of Qinghai Ethnic Cultures
Qinghai Province has always been a region of diverse ethnicities. Its history is one of cultural exchange, integration, mutual unity, and common development among the ancient Qiang people and later groups like the Yuezhi, Xiongnu, Han, Xianbei, and Tubo, as well as the modern Han, Tibetan, Hui, Tu, Salar, and Mongolian peoples. Each ethnic group displays rich and unique characteristics in their clothing and headwear, daily life, marriage customs, recreational activities, religious beliefs, seasonal festivals, and folk customs.
The Museum houses a diverse collection showcasing the region’s cultural heritage, categorized into production and lifestyle customs, cultural customs, and miscellaneous items. Highlights include agricultural tools like seeders and plows, large-scale equipment like watermills, and objects reflecting intangible cultural heritage such as Huangzhong paper lanterns and Tu embroidered scrolls. These artifacts illustrate the unique traditions and practices of Qinghai Province.
How to Get to Mabufang Residence
• By Bus: Take bus 3, 47 to Shengyiyuan (Provincial Hospital) Station.
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