Wenzhou Nan Huaijin Academy, experience the elegance of a master of Chinese studies

Wenzhou Nan Huaijin Academy is located in the Sanjiang Wetland Wufuyuan scenic area. The academy is surrounded by clear waters and shaded by green trees. Composed of four ancient-style buildings, the academy upholds Mr. Nan Huaijin's great aspiration 'to fight for the defense of national culture' and practices the philosophy that 'culture is the bloodline of the nation and the spiritual home of the people'. Nan Huaijin (1918—2012), born in Yueqing City, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, was a contemporary Chinese writer, educator, and master of Chinese studies. Nan Huaijin was well-versed in Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, integrating various thoughts of Chinese culture. In addition, he was an expert in medicine, divination, astronomy, boxing, swordsmanship, poetry, and more. Upon entering the Nan Huaijin Academy, one is greeted by a large wooden relief depicting the vivid image of Nan Huaijin in his later years. Next to it is a wood carving of Nan Huaijin's own handwriting, summarizing his life's pursuit. In addition to displaying books created by Nan Huaijin, the academy focuses more on exhibitions. Through pictures and replicas, it fully presents the legendary and dramatic life of Nan Huaijin. It can be seen that Nan Huaijin was not only a master of Chinese studies and a university professor but also a martial arts expert. He had served in the military and was often involved in Buddhist circles. He also offered advice on issues such as cross-strait negotiations, the Yellow River's cessation of flow, and the South-to-North Water Transfer Project. For the people of Wenzhou, Nan Huaijin's greatest achievement was facilitating the construction and opening of the Jinhua-Wenzhou Railway. Such a master summarized his own life in just eight words: 'In this life, I am good for nothing.' 📍Detailed address: Sanjiang Wetland, Ouhai District, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province Ticket price: Free