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  • Pipa Pavilion in Jiujiang

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    Pipa Pavilion in Jiujiang九江琵琶亭
    (江西省九江市)

    Pipa Pavilion is a famous historical and cultural attraction located on the south bank of the Yangtze River in Xunyang District, Jiujiang. It was built in memory of the great Tang Dynasty poet Bai Juyi and his timeless work The Song of the Pipa Player. The pavilion has been rebuilt many times and now presents an elegant Tang‑style architectural complex with riverside views, stone steles, and peaceful courtyards. It is one of the most representative cultural landmarks of Jiujiang.

    Highlights of Pipa Pavilion

    Historical and Cultural Background

    • Built to commemorate Bai Juyi’s poem The Song of the Pipa Player, one of the most famous poems in Chinese literature.
    • The scene in the poem took place on the Xunyang River, where Bai Juyi met a female pipa musician and wrote his masterpiece.
    • It has a history of more than 1,200 years and has been a famous scenic spot since the Tang Dynasty.

    Architectural Features

    • Typical elegant Tang‑style architecture with double eaves, blue tiles, and red pillars.
    • The main pavilion stands high with a wide view overlooking the Yangtze River.
    • The courtyard includes a statue of Bai Juyi, stone steles, corridors, and quiet gardens.

    Famous Scenic Spots Inside

    • Main Pipa Pavilion: The core building, offering a panoramic view of the river.
    • Stele Corridors: Inscribed with many ancient poems and calligraphy about Pipa Pavilion.
    • Bai Juyi Statue: Commemorating the poet who made the pavilion famous worldwide.
    • Riverside Platform: The best spot to enjoy the sunset and the scenery of the Yangtze River.
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