News Brief
By Chen Miaolin
On Nov 18, the Xixi Tsai Chih-Chung Art Museum, situated within the Xixi National Wetland Park in Hangzhou, welcomed its first visitors. This cultural hotspot, harmoniously blending natural beauty and artistic expression, is poised to enrich cultural and leisure experiences for both residents and visitors.
Water Margin, an epic tale set in 12th-century Imperial China, is deeply rooted in Hangzhou and Xixi Wetland. Its geographical names, landscapes, local customs, and dialects all reflect the essence of Hangzhou and the spirit of Xixi. Renowned cartoonist Tsai Chih-Chung, who has resided in the Xixi Wetland for 15 years, has drawn significant inspiration from Hangzhou for his recent comic works.
Spanning approximately 3,300 square meters, the museum houses three distinctive exhibition halls, featuring over 400 of Tsai Chih-Chung’s finest comic works from his remarkable artistic career.
Upon entering, visitors embark on a captivating artistic journey. At the entrance, a striking sculpture of Wu Song battling a tiger welcomes visitors, crafted from Tsai Chih-Chung’s original drawings of The 108 Stars of Water Margin. This sculpture symbolizes hospitality and serves as a testament to the profound connection between Tsai Chih-Chung’s art, the story of Water Margin, and the Xixi Wetland.
Looking forward, the museum plans to host various art exhibitions, lectures, and educational activities, aspiring to become a vital platform for cultural exchange nationally and internationally.