[2025 Jiyuan Attraction] Travel Guide for Yangtai Palace (Updated Jul)

Hey guys! Today, let's visit the No. 1 Cave Heaven in the World - Yángtái Palace on Mount Wángwū! 😃 Yángtái Palace was built in the Tang Dynasty by Sīmǎ Chéngzhēn under the order of Emperor Xuánzōng of Tang. It is one of the three Taoist palaces on Mount Wángwū. 🎈 Emperor Xuánzōng ordered his sister, Princess Yùzhēn, to practice Taoism here, which made this place famous. The existing buildings are basically from the Ming Dynasty, and they are the best-preserved ancient buildings of the Ming Dynasty in Henan Province. Walking into Yángtái Palace is like stepping into the long river of history. 🤩 The few big trees in the yard are impressive, with lush crowns. It's a pity that it's winter, and the leaves have fallen. There are also several cypress trees with strong branches in the yard, which are said to resemble dragons, dragon claws, phoenixes, and birds, hence the name. In front is the main hall, called the Dàluó Sānjìng Hall, which is quite large. It was built in the Ming Dynasty, but there are relics from the Song and Yuan Dynasties. 😎 It is said to be the largest wooden structure of the Ming Dynasty in Henan Province. Come to Yángtái Palace on Mount Wángwū and feel the charm of history! 💖

Wangwu Mountain is located 40 km northwest of Jiyuan City, Henan Province. It is one of the nine ancient mountains in China and the first of the ten cave heavens of Taoism, known as the "First Cave Heaven in the World". The main peak, Tiantan Mountain, is 1,715 meters above sea level and is the place where the ancestor of the Chinese nation, the Yellow Emperor, set up an altar to worship heaven, known as the "Pillar of Heaven and Earth". Wangwu Mountain is famous for its profound cultural heritage and magnificent natural scenery. The story of the Foolish Old Man Moving Mountains took place here, symbolizing the spirit of the Chinese nation to strive for self-improvement and forge ahead. **Travel Guide:** 1. **Transportation:** - Self-driving: It takes about 1.5 hours to drive from Jiyuan City to Wangwu Mountain. - Public transportation: You can take a bus from Jiyuan City to Shaoyuan or Yangtaigong, which goes directly to the scenic area. The fare is about CNY 7 per person. 2. **Ticket Information:** - Regular ticket: CNY 50, open all year round. - Students, journalists, and members of the Writers' Association can purchase half-price tickets with valid ID. 3. **Opening Hours:** - 08:00–18:00, open all year round. 4. **Tour Routes:** - Hiking route: Suitable for tourists who like hiking, you can enjoy the natural scenery along the way. - Cableway route: Taking the cableway can save energy and quickly reach the top of the mountain, suitable for tourists with limited time or energy. - Climbing the Sacred Road: The total length is 3,700 meters, with many steps, but the scenery along the way is beautiful, suitable for tourists with enough energy and time. 5. **Main Attractions:** - Tiantan Peak: The main peak of Wangwu Mountain, where you can overlook the magnificent mountain scenery. - Yangtaigong: Located at the foot of the mountain, it is the starting point of the Wangwu Mountain tourist route, with rich Taoist cultural relics. - Ziwei Palace: A Taoist building with a long history and cultural value. - Queen Mother Cave: A mysterious natural cave, said to be related to the Queen Mother of the West. 6. **Notes:** - The climate of Wangwu Mountain is changeable, so it is recommended to bring suitable clothes to prevent temperature changes. - There may be wild monkeys on the mountain, so take care of your personal belongings. - Keep the environment clean and respect local customs. 7. **Nearby Activities:** - Wangwu Old Street: You can experience the local history and culture and taste local snacks. - Mountain Homestay: Provides a comfortable accommodation environment, suitable for tourists who want to experience nature and tranquility in depth. Wangwu Mountain is a tourist destination that integrates natural scenery and historical culture. Whether it is mountain climbing or cultural experience, it will leave unforgettable memories for tourists.

Jiyuan City. Wangwushan. Yangtaigong—Sanqing Hall. Sanqing Hall, also known as Daluo Sanjing Hall, is five rooms wide and four rooms deep. It is a single-eave Xieshan-style building and is the largest existing Ming Dynasty wooden structure in Henan Province, retaining the legacy of the Tang and Song Dynasties. The bas-reliefs on the thirty square stone pillars in the hall depict Taoist mythological stories, such as Yunlong Xiangfeng, Huangshigong, Heshanggong, the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, gods of wind, rain, thunder and lightning, as well as secular scenes and farming after the rain. The ceiling of the hall is decorated with caisson, the arches are stacked, and the brackets are as many as eleven steps and five lifts, which are finely made and brightly colored.

Wangwu Mountain in Jiyuan City, Henan Province is the first of the ten major caves of Taoism. The Taoist name balcony palace is located in the south of Wangjia Mountain in Wangwu Mountain. It is named after the balcony. The balcony palace is one of the famous three palaces in Wangwushan. The full name is Big Balcony Wanshou Palace. It was built in the 12th year of Tang Kaiyuan and has a history of nearly 1,300 years. Tang Xuanzong Li Longji, the high-ranking sergeant, Ma Chengzhen, created this Taoist temple. After the completion of the Taoist Temple, he also ordered his sister, Princess Yuzhen, to study here. Therefore, the balcony palace also has the character of royal Taoist temple. The balcony palace was built by Shanyang, and the palace of the patchwork has fully captured the essence of heaven and earth. Inside the view is the three-institution courtyard, followed by the Sanqing Hall, the Jade Emperor Pavilion, and the Taoist Temple. It is magnificent and solemn, and quite a few royal palaces.