Cheng Jia Dasha Mansion, located in Xinghua, Jiangsu, was the residence of Cheng Jin, the Minister of War during the Ming Dynasty. Constructed during the Yongle reign, it has a history of over 600 years. Cheng Jin, also known by his courtesy name Gongkai, was a native of Xinghua in the early Ming era. He began his official career as a tribute student in the 22nd year of the Hongwu era (1389 AD), serving in various positions such as Daizhou Education Commissioner, Weizhou Magistrate, and Bei Ping Financial Deputy Commissioner.
His contributions to the ‘Jingnan Campaign’ alongside Prince Zhu Di, who later became Emperor Yongle, led to his posthumous titles of Deputy Minister of Personnel and Minister of War. The ancient title for Minister of War was ‘Da Sima,’ from which the mansion derives its name.Opening Hours: The mansion is open all year round from 08:30 to 17:30.
Preferential Policies: Children under 1.4 meters in height enter for free. Elderly individuals aged 70 and above enter for free with a senior citizen card or ID. Disabled individuals enter for free with a disability certificate. Active-duty military personnel enter for free with an officer’s ID. Photography association members enter for free with a provincial-level membership card. Journalists enter for free with a press card. Students receive a discount with valid identification.
