[2025 Yu County Attraction] Travel Guide for Yuhuang Pavilion (Updated Apr)

"Yuhuang Pavilion in Yu County: Ming and Qing Dynasty Charm Through Mythology" 📍Address: North End of Yu County Ancient City, Zhangjiakou, Hebei 🎫Tickets: ¥20 (Excellent value!) ⏰Suggested visit time: 1–2 hours (Climbing the city wall for sunset is super worthwhile!) 🔥Must-Go Reasons🔥 ❶ "Black Myth" players rejoice! Unlock the game scenes in real life. Red walls and gray tiles, flying eaves and mythical beasts, mottled ancient city walls… Perfectly replicating the oriental fantasy aesthetic in the game! Overlooking the scene from the pavilion, you'll instantly feel like Sun Wukong soaring through the clouds. Wearing Hanfu or battle-worn attire is recommended for taking stunning photos📸. ❷ Precious murals The interior walls of the pavilion are adorned with murals depicting the 28 constellations in Taoism. The characters are vivid, the lines are smooth, and the colors are still discernible after hundreds of years. ❸ Travel through the Ming and Qing dynasties in 1 hour Climb the creaking wooden stairs to the pavilion, touch the 600-year-old city bricks, and see the arrow holes on the city walls that bear the marks of time.✨ 📸Photo Tips ✔️Yuhuang Pavilion's main building—frame composition ✔️Southeast corner of the city wall—wide-angle shot of the winding city walls + modern county contrast ✔️Side vertical shot—taken at the edge of the ancient theater ✔️Outfit suggestions: Black/gold or red/white color schemes complement the ancient architecture. 💡Practical Tips ✅3-hour drive from Beijing/high-speed train to Zhangjiakou, then transfer to a bus ✅Pair with a day trip to Nuanquan Ancient Town/Yuzhou Government Office for even better value ✅The stairs inside the pavilion are steep, so wear comfortable flat shoes

In the shadows of the mossy gray bricks, Footsteps of passersby tread over the fleeting and careless life, The Nan'an Temple Tower leans over and gathers its mottled reflection, The Dougong brackets of the Jade Emperor Pavilion hang empty, waiting for their destined one! At this moment, the stone steps of the Shijia Temple are silent, Two stone lions carry a thousand years of time, accompanying me in the sun. Route: Jade Emperor Pavilion ➠ God of Wealth Temple ➠ Zhenwu Temple ➠ Lingyan Temple ➠ Jixing Tower ➠ Drum Tower ➠ Weizhou Government Office ➠ Nan'an Temple Tower ➠ Wanshan Tower ➠ Jingxian Gate ➠ Shijia Temple

Beijing Surroundings-Weixian County When I arrived in Wei County, the locals told me that they do not pronounce this word as yù, but always as yǔ, which is the pronunciation habit of the local dialect. 🌈Black Myth: Wukong brought popularity to Shanxi and also brought popularity to Weixian County. It is located at the intersection of Hengshan Mountain, Taihang Mountain and Yanshan Mountain. It was built in the Northern Zhou Dynasty and is now more than a thousand years old. Weizhou had a very unfortunate fate in history. After the "Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun" were occupied by the Khitans, Weizhou was incorporated into the Liao Kingdom, and then occupied by the Mongols. It was not until the Ming and Qing Dynasties that it became a prosperous commercial center. To be honest, in the whole Zhangjiakou, I particularly like Wei County (Weizhou), where there are many historical sites, various temples, Taoist temples, ancient towers, ancient castles, theaters and houses full of fireworks. It is obviously in Hebei, but I think it looks a bit like Shanxi. 🌈Weizhou Ancient City seems to be a hidden corner of time and space in Wei County. It is like a paradise isolated from the world and a door to the past. The residents here seem to live a life completely different from that outside the ancient city, finding a unique balance between modernity and tradition. The lack of excessive tourist commercialization makes this ancient city more authentic, full of life and historical charm. 🌈Main attractions in the city: 🔸Yuhuang Pavilion (🎫20) Recommended👍🏻 The filming location of "Black Myth: Wukong", the fairy palace on the clouds, was built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 600 years. The Jade Emperor Pavilion is a wooden structure without a single iron nail. It is entirely held together by wooden mortise and tenon joints. The pavilion contains exquisite Ming Dynasty murals, paintings, and carvings, reflecting the ancient religious culture and artistic level! Coming here is like traveling through time and space. Walking into the main hall, there is a solemn statue of the Jade Emperor, and on the walls are breathtaking murals. The large murals on the east, west and north walls, with their exquisite gilding technique, present vivid mythological stories. Especially the mural of "Thirty-six Thunder Gods", each of which has a different image, holding a magical instrument, and is both majestic and dynamic. 🔸Zhenwu Temple The Zhenwu Temple was built in the Yuan Dynasty and is a place dedicated to the Zhenwu Emperor. There are well-preserved Taoist murals in the temple. 🔸Nan'an Temple Pagoda (🎫6) A landmark ancient building, this tower is a historical heritage that was first built during the Northern Wei Dynasty and later rebuilt during the Liao Dynasty. The 13-story solid brick tower with dense eaves had some parts of the first and second floors having been bombarded, and the eaves had also been damaged, but it still stands tenaciously! It is also the filming location of Black Myth, but there is not much to see inside. Instead, the most photographed photo of Nan'an Temple Pagoda at Wanshan Tower is the best📷 🔸Wanshan Tower (🎫15) Wanshan Tower is located at the south gate of the ancient city. It is one of the important symbols of Weizhou Ancient City. The view on the city wall is excellent. Standing on the city wall, you can take pictures of Nan'an Temple Pagoda and Jixing Tower opposite 🔸Lingyan Temple (🎫10) The filming location of Black Myth, the Wudianding Hall (Supreme Master Hall), was first built in the Yuan Dynasty and later rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. There are exquisite caissons here, where you can feel the tranquil Buddhist atmosphere 🔸Shakya Temple (🎫15) Sakyamuni Temple is one of the earliest temples in Weizhou. It is located outside the ancient city, about 300 meters south of Wanshan Tower. You can come here to savor the ancient Buddhist culture. The plaque of smiling with flowers is more worth seeing than Lingyan Temple. It is the only wooden structure in the Yuan Dynasty in the ancient city. It is open to the public at random. The caisson inside is also extremely exquisite. 🔸Fortune Temple: The largest temple of the God of Wealth in Hebei during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, now it is a very small temple 🔸Zhenwu Pavilion: There are murals in the Beiji Hall, but it was not open when I went there. 🔸Changping Warehouse | Gulou (🎫16) Changping Warehouse is an ancient military granary in Weizhou, which was first built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty. The Drum Tower was built in the Yuan Dynasty. Its main function was to report the incident to the police and to command the enemy. It was once an important alarm tower. Although it is a national protected unit, it is not very interesting to see. There are only two Cang'ao and a Xilou Cang Temple. However, the Drum Tower looks very nice from a distance. 🔸Uiju Office (🎫30) Weizhou Office was the seat of Weizhou in ancient times. It was once the seat of Weixian Yamen. It was rebuilt in 2010. It looks grand, but it is a later building and not very worth seeing. 🌈About transportation 🚄The high-speed rail👉🏻 does not go directly to Weixian, you can only take it to Zhangjiakou and then take a bus 🚗Self-driving👉🏻 is recommended. It takes about 3 hours to navigate to the parking lot of Weizhou Ancient City Scenic Area (free parking), and then start from Yuhuang Pavilion, walk or scan a shared electric car🛵 to tour the ancient city. 🚌Public 👉🏻There are buses to Weixian from Beijing Liuliqiao Long-distance Bus Station 🌈About the tour route Jade Emperor Pavilion➡️Temple of the God of Wealth➡️Zhenwu Temple➡️Lingyan Temple➡️Jixing Tower➡️Drum Tower➡️Weizhou Office➡️Nan'an Temple Pagoda➡️Wanshan Tower➡️Jingxian Gate➡️Shakya Temple 📌 If time permits, you can go to Weixian Museum 🌈About food Hehelou (4.5 stars) A restaurant with a low rating but has been open for more than 20 years and has a rich menu. Specials recommended by the waiter. ✔️Small Four Bowls: Four small bowls of beef, meatballs, and shredded tofu. The taste is salty but acceptable. ✔️Chicken rack stewed with potatoes: It is said that the locals love to order it, it is salty and fresh, cooked with soybean sauce and various spices, a bit of the Northeast flavor, tastes good ✔️You can order half a portion of yellow rice fried cakes and sugar crispy biscuits. The crust is slightly bitter, and they say it’s made with local sesame oil. People from other places may not be used to it, but the biscuits are very crispy. 🌈Nearby attractions ✔️Nuanquan Ancient Town Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:00 Nuanquan Ancient Town is a typical northern ancient town, famous for its springs, markets, ancient buildings and folk culture. In winter, the ancient town is covered with snow, with red lanterns hanging high, and is full of a festive atmosphere. The most famous performance here is the tree flower performance (separate charge, I think it is 🎫120). The molten iron is poured onto the ancient city wall, splashing to form thousands of sparks, like a lush tree crown, which is called "tree flower". The spectacular degree is breathtaking😃. ✔️West Great Fortress It was first built in the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 600 years. It is also the filming location for a segment in the TV series "Going West". You can choose this stop on the way back to Beijing. Many people take pictures of the sunset here, which is quite nice! ✔️Qiupo Village This place is really recommended❗️You must go there, the lake and the mountains are so beautiful, at one moment I felt like I saw a snow-capped mountain ✔️Feihu Valley A place you will pass by on the way to Xiushuipen Village, a classic place to check in and take photos. The mountains in front of me always give me a sense of isolation from the world, and there is indeed no signal📶 The scenery along the way is really nice, and you can stop by the roadside to take pictures. ✔️Sniff Basin Village Navigate here and you can go to the free 🆓sky grassland, the prairie, the grand canyon, and the mountains ⛰️, which is super healing. 🌈 Last words Wei County is a place worth visiting again and again, not for tourism, but to experience life! ✔️Wandering around the city for the first time ✔️The second time you can hike, Feihu Valley, Sky Grassland, Matan Ridge, and Tea Mountain. Newbies can choose Feihu Valley and Matan Ridge. For advanced consideration, consider Chashan Village and Dongdianziliang. But the Sky Grassland is too expensive and not worth it. (I will write a detailed article about hiking later)

Originally built during the Northern Zhou Dynasty and rebuilt in the tenth year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty, Yuzhou Ancient City, the westernmost fortress of the YanYun Sixteen Prefectures, stands as a historical landmark. Controlling the grasslands to the north and the Taihang Mountains to the south, it served as the dividing line between nomadic and agricultural civilizations, earning the title of "The First Prefecture West of Beijing." Today, it retains a blend of vibrant daily life and historical charm. 📍 Yuxian County, Zhangjiakou, Hebei 🚘 Tour Route: West Great God Fortress ➡ Yuzhou Ancient City ➡ Yuxian Snow Mountain See Figures 5-7 ✅️Check-in Spots 1️⃣ West Great God Fortress ▸ Wasteland Aesthetics Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ With its rammed earth walls and natural cliff defenses, this Ming Dynasty military fortress against foreign enemies also served as a filming location for the TV series *Zou Xikou*. It's a 50-minute drive from Yuzhou Ancient City, which might not be worth a special trip, but combining it with a visit to the ancient city makes for a perfect itinerary. 2️⃣ Jade Emperor Pavilion ▸ The Same Camera Angle as in *Black Myth: Wukong*, the Highest Point of the Ancient City Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The pinnacle of ancient architecture in Yuxian County! With ample parking, it's recommended to start your ancient city tour here, proceeding counterclockwise to cover most of the highlights. Refer to P8. 3️⃣ Lingyan Temple ▸ The Vibrant Four Heavenly Kings Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Initially built during the Jin Dynasty and imperially renovated during the Ming Dynasty, the temple boasts lifelike statues of the Four Heavenly Kings in the front hall and an impressive octagonal coffered ceiling in the rear hall. 4️⃣ Yuzhou Government Office ▸ Reconstructed on Its Original Site Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️ A reconstructed Ming and Qing Dynasty government office, it's personally considered average and not worth the ticket price. 5️⃣ Nan'an Temple Pagoda ▸ Ancient Pagoda from the Northern Wei Dynasty Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Originally built during the Northern Wei Dynasty and renovated during the Liao Dynasty, this 8-sided, 13-story solid brick pagoda sits within a small area, making the ticket purchase less valuable. The stunning photos online are mostly taken from the next attraction, Wanshan Tower. 6️⃣ Wanshan Tower ▸ Check-in Point for Nan'an Temple Pagoda Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wanshan Tower itself is ordinary, but its main draw is the photo opportunity with Nan'an Temple Pagoda, a popular spot for bloggers. However, the afternoon light creates backlight from this angle, making the pagoda appear dark in photos. A morning visit is recommended. 7️⃣ Drum Tower ▸ Overlooking the Ancient City Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️ Located in the heart of the ancient city, ascending the tower offers a panoramic view. 8️⃣ Liyuan Xiaozhuang Village ▸ View of Yuxian Snow Mountain Recommended Index: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Shooting Location: Navigate to "Liyuan Xiaozhuang Village." You'll pass a culvert on the way, but the view is visible throughout the journey. The key is to capture the sunset moment. 🚫 Avoid: Zhenwu Temple has been closed for over half a year. Changping Granary is suitable for architecture enthusiasts; general tourists can skip it.

Wuzhou in history has a rough fate. After the "Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun" were occupied by the Khitan people, Wuzhou was incorporated into the Liao Dynasty, and later occupied by the Mongols. It was not until the Ming and Qing Dynasties that it became a prosperous commercial center. To be honest, among the whole Zhangjiakou, I especially like Wuyuan (Wuzhou). There are ancient sites everywhere, various temples, Taoist temples, ancient pagodas, ancient castles, opera houses and houses full of fireworks. Although it is located in Hebei, it looks a bit like Shanxi. 🏯About the ancient town Wuyuan Ancient Town was first built in the Northern Zhou Dynasty, over 1400 years ago. Most of the ancient buildings are from the Ming Dynasty. ▪️Wuyuan Ancient Town Relatively quiet at night, like walking through history. It is a very primitive ancient town. There are many ancient buildings and museums in the city, as well as many residential houses. Simple and rustic. It will be more grand and lively in summer or before and after the Spring Festival. A 2-3 hour tour in autumn is enough. ▪️Wuyuan Museum If you want to learn more about the history of Wuyuan, you must visit the Wuyuan Museum. There are painted pottery basins from the Yangshao Culture of the Neolithic Period, bronze painted goose and fish lamps from the Western Han Dynasty, painted pottery stoves with pictures of Han Dynasty maids grilling skewers, etc. ▪️Nuanquan Ancient Town A well-preserved town with a strong atmosphere of fireworks. There are many introductions about it on Ctrip, so I won't go into details. Similarly, it is more suitable to visit before the Spring Festival. You can also watch the intangible cultural heritage performance of "Tree Flower Beating". Buy some cabbage and Wuyuan paper-cuts from the market as souvenirs~ ▪️Xishenbao Fort Built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, Ming Dynasty soldiers stationed at the border were farmers in peacetime and soldiers in wartime. There was one fort every ten li and one village every five li, forming a magnificent sight of 800 villages and forts surrounding the ancient city. It is said that this was once a military village. The original temple and opera stage are still preserved beside the abandoned ruins. ▪️Danke Village, It belongs to Nanliuzhuang Town, Wuyuan County, Zhangjiakou. There are almost no traces of modernization in the village, and it instantly travels back to hundreds of years ago, which is amazing! In this dilapidated village where only a few elderly people are left behind, there are many exquisite ancient buildings!!! Two well-preserved Ming Dynasty gate towers! Dozens of well-preserved ancient houses! More than a dozen ancient temples and monasteries in general condition! And each temple has very exquisite murals! There are also a large number of exquisite brick carvings and wood carvings! Ancient beacon tower at the village entrance 🚗Parking | Navigate to Yuhuangge Parking Lot, free. 🛵Travel | Shared bicycles are available in the ancient town. 🍚Dining | Lunch near the Drum Tower, the taste is not bad, cakes, buckwheat noodles, tofu, and sauerkraut are all local specialties. 🍯Specialties | Dried apricots, tofu, apricot kernels, Guangling pancakes are all local specialties. The ancient town is not heavily commercialized, and things are very cheap. "Black Myth: Wukong" took three real-life scenes here. Yuhuangge, Nanan Temple Pagoda and Lingyan Temple Hall, while there are not many people, let's go!

It is said that the National Day holiday trip to Shanxi has been completely snapped up by the people of Tianming. Since this is the case, why not go to the filming locations in other provinces and cities during the off-peak period, such as Tianjin Dule Temple/Shandong Lingyan Temple/Sichuan Mingshan Temple, which I and my travel partner have visited during the small holiday and weekend. They are all beautiful and less crowded treasure check-in points. For example, just in Hebei, you can GET⬇️ these ancient buildings in Black Myth: Wukong. 1️⃣ Nan'an Temple Pagoda in Yu County It is said to be the only one of the secret eaves pagodas, and there are many precious cultural relics hidden in the underground palace under the pagoda. 2️⃣ Yu Huang Pavilion in Yu County The little-known Yu County in Zhangjiakou has two filming locations, Nan'an Temple Pagoda and Yu Huang Pavilion. The cost performance of holiday travel is invincible💯 3️⃣ Fuqing Temple in Cangyan Mountain A beautiful ancient temple with its own style, with a completely different look from the Hanging Temple in Shanxi. The bridge and hall in the temple have become a bridge-style ancient building across the dense forest, which is super beautiful!

Yuhuang Pavilion in Yu County, also known as Jingbian Tower, is located on the north city wall of Yu County. It was originally a military tower, and was later converted into a temple for the Jade Emperor. There were originally 24 towers in the ancient city of Yu County, but only Yuhuang Pavilion is the most majestic and spectacular. There is a cursive script stele of "Tianxianzi" in the courtyard, which records the historical events of the enemy's invasion. This stele is admired by later generations for its content and calligraphy. 🏆Designated as a national key cultural relic protection unit by the State Council in 1996

Kids, today I'm going to share a hidden gem with you - Yuhuang Pavilion in Yu County, Hebei. 🍡Yuhuang Pavilion is located on the north city wall of Yu County. Its official name is "Yuzhou Yuhuang Pavilion", a temple dedicated to the Jade Emperor. You can climb the city wall from the side door of Yuhuang Pavilion and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yu County. Yuhuang Pavilion consists of a memorial archway, a hall of heavenly kings, a side room, a bell and drum tower, and a Jade Emperor Hall. The Jade Emperor Hall faces south, with a width of five rooms and a depth of four rooms. It has a triple-eave hip and gable roof with glazed tiles. There are historical relics such as the rebuilt stele forest under the eaves of the hall. Although it has experienced the vicissitudes of history, the exquisite and majestic architectural charm is breathtaking. 🌟Recommended attractions: - Thirty-six Lei Gong murals: This theme is really rare. There are thirty-six Lei Gong, including twelve each of heavenly thunder, earthly thunder, and human thunder. Each Lei Gong has a nameplate on his waist, which is very interesting. - Fengshen Picture: The "Six Yu" of Taoism, the Jade Emperor and his buddies. There is only one administrator in the entire Yuhuang Pavilion. He is a jack of all trades. The first sentence when he meets you is "Sorry to keep you waiting". He also said that due to the protection of cultural relics, the hall can only be visited by natural light, and you can take pictures of murals without flash. 🍜Recommended food: Tofu, dried tofu, tofu skin and other soy products in Nuanquan Ancient Town, Yu County, as well as Yu County's yellow cake, buckwheat Hele and other special delicacies. 💡Tips: - Yuhuang Pavilion has a unique architectural style. Tourists can enjoy exquisite murals and wood carvings, but please protect cultural relics and do not touch or damage them. - After climbing the city wall, pay attention to safety and do not climb or lean against the city wall. - The climate in Yu County is relatively dry, so tourists should pay attention to moisturizing and sun protection. Come and play with your family and children.

🌟【Jade Emperor Pavilion】🌟 The Jade Emperor Pavilion in Yu County, Hebei, is a Taoist holy site that has stood for over 600 years. Also known as the Jingbian Tower, it is not only the guardian deity of Yuzhou Ancient City, but also a treasure of architectural art. The pavilion faces south and is grand and imposing. Each brick and tile tells a story of historical vicissitudes and glory. 💰【Cost】💰 Only CNY 10 for a ticket, great value for money! If you have a Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Tourism Annual Card, you can enter directly, great value for money! 📅【Travel Plan】📅 A day trip is recommended. Visit the Jade Emperor Pavilion in the morning and take a leisurely stroll along the ancient city wall of Yuzhou in the afternoon to experience the charm of the ancient city. Remember to check the opening hours in advance! 🎒【Travel Essentials】🎒 - Comfortable walking shoes: The Jade Emperor Pavilion offers a panoramic view, and good shoes will make your trip easier. - Camera/phone: Capture every wonderful moment, especially the unique structure and exquisite murals of the Wuliang Hall. - Sunscreen/hat: Sun protection is essential in summer. 📸【Photo Spots】📸 - The Supreme Gate of the Jade Emperor Pavilion: The same location as in the game Black Myth: Wukong, a must-see! - Bell and Drum Tower: Experience the wisdom and beauty of ancient architecture. - Panoramic view of the ancient city wall: Enjoy a panoramic view of the ancient city of Yu County from a high vantage point. 🍽️【Food Recommendations】🍽️ - Yu County Huhu: A local snack that warms your stomach and heart. - Dried tofu: Fragrant, tender, and delicious, with a lingering aftertaste. - Millet wine: Taste the local specialty and enjoy a slightly tipsy night in the ancient city. 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】🏨 - Yu County Xiaowutai Tourist Hotel: Good value for money, close to the Jade Emperor Pavilion, convenient for continuing your exploration the next day. - Hanting Hotel (Yu County Branch): Well-equipped and attentive service, ensuring a worry-free trip. 💡【Tips】💡 - Respect religious beliefs and keep the scenic area clean. - Be careful when climbing and watch your step. - Try local food and experience authentic flavors.

|I hope you know it not only because it is similar to Altay’s ancient name Weizhou. Wei County | I hope you know it not only because it is similar to Altay, which was formerly known as Weizhou, and is one of the "Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun". Since ancient times, it has been the rich "Rice River" in western Beijing, nourishing the local soil and water, and also nurturing a profound cultural heritage. Wei County has beautiful natural scenery and has become popular because it resembles "Altai". It is a great place to escape the summer heat. Because Black Wukong has become popular again, the ancient city is crisscrossed with streets and alleys, and ancient buildings are lined up one after another. Ancient sites such as the Jade Emperor Pavilion, Nan'an Temple Pagoda, and Sakyamuni Temple are scattered among them. These ancient monuments not only bear witness to the long history of Wei County, but also demonstrate the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient architectural art#

With the arrival of summer vacation, if you want to find a less crowded and interesting place, this place is really worth it! As the hometown of intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting, it is also one of the Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun, with rich cultural history and stories. Travel Tips: Yuhuang Pavilion: An ancient building from the Ming Dynasty, it has a grand and magnificent feeling. The ancient city wall shows the grandeur of the past, and it's great for taking photos📷. Nuanquan Ancient Town: It's like traveling back to the ancient towns of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in an instant. The thousand-year-old Weizhou Ancient City is also the birthplace of the Dashuhua (tree flower) performance. Here, you can visit Beiguan Fort, Zhongxiaobao Fort, and Xigubao Fort. Northern ancient towns always have an indescribable sense of desolation. Paper-cutting Master: This is probably the most amazing part for us. Each piece of work seems to have been polished by time, showcasing the profoundness of Chinese culture through the exquisite skills of the craftsmen. Here, you can try it yourself. I also saw that 🌟Xiao Zhan had visited here.

📍Yuhuang Pavilion This landmark building of Weizhou Ancient City has withstood the test of time for six hundred years. Due to its central location in the Sixteen Prefectures, Weizhou has always been a strategic border town since ancient times. In the second year of the Daxiang era of the Later Zhou Dynasty (581 AD), after Qin Shi Huang destroyed the six states and unified China, this "Jingbian Tower" was built to prevent the invasion of the Xiongnu. Unfortunately, it was destroyed by an earthquake in the third year of the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty (1739 AD), and after reconstruction, it was renamed "Yuhuang Pavilion" 🏛 in honor of the Jade Emperor. According to the records of "Weizhou Annals", there were 24 towers on the ancient city walls, but this tower was the most magnificent and imposing. The site consists of two courtyards, with the Yuhuang Pavilion built on top of the city walls. The pavilion's roof features a triple-eaved Xieshan style, with layered floors and pavilions that look simple yet solid. It's a symmetrical structure that I particularly like, flanked by bell and drum towers on both sides. The main hall's ridge is decorated with glazed floral ridges, with glazed coiling dragons and ceramic mythical creatures at both ends, exquisitely unique. Inside the hall, there is a statue of the Jade Emperor, and the walls on both sides are painted with images of the Five Emperors and the Queen Mother of the West, as well as the mythological "Fengshen Map" and "Thirty-Six Thunder Generals" ⚡️. My fondness for the murals made me watch for a long time, and the names marked on them seem to come from the "Thirty-Six Thunder Generals" in "Daofa Huiyuan". There are eight stone steles 🪦 in the corridor in front of the attic, seven of which are reconstruction steles, showing the importance attached to it. Walking around the ancient city wall, one can feel the desolation of the northern wind beneath the strategic border town, overlooking the entire Weizhou Ancient City, wondering what the mood of the soldiers guarding the border was like at that time. Yuhuang Pavilion

👀 Yuzhou Ancient City Exploration Log👀 🌈 One of the 'Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun', the Yu County (Yuzhou)✨, which is clustered with national protected units, holds an irreplaceable position in my heart💖. After a thousand years of ups and downs, from the Khitan cavalry's entry, the Mongolian iron hoof's conquest, to its transformation into a bustling hub for merchants during the Ming and Qing dynasties💰, its story is like a historical scroll that travels through time📜. Although located in Hebei, Yuzhou gives me the illusion of being in the ancient charm of Shanxi, with its unique flavor that is fascinating💫. 🏰 Stepping into Yuzhou Ancient City is like traveling back to the Northern Zhou Dynasty, this over 1400-year-old elder still retains its elegance. Most of the ancient architectural complexes in the city originate from the Ming Dynasty, and time has left deep marks on them, yet also endowed them with endless charm🕰️. 📷【Must-Visit Attractions】📷 📍Yuhuang Pavilion: Snap away at the Ming dynasty murals📸, adjacent to the city wall, a beautiful view at every step! 📍God of Wealth Temple: The largest Ming and Qing dynasty God of Wealth Temple in Hebei is located here, pray for blessings and wealth, and good fortune will follow💰! 📍Zhenwu Temple: The murals in the Beiji Hall are lifelike, lift your camera, and capture this artistic treasure🎨. 📍Nan'an Temple Pagoda: Founded during the Northern Wei Dynasty, remodeled in the Liao Dynasty, a landmark building of Yu County, look up at the ancient pagoda and feel the sediment of history🗿. 📍Wanshan Tower: Climb the city wall, and the view suddenly opens up👀, the style of the ancient city is all in sight. 📍Jingxian Gate: Stroll to the south city gate, explore the stories behind the ancient name🔍. 📍Drum Tower & Jixing Tower: The two ancient buildings echo each other, telling the story of the ancient city's morning bells and evening drums and the rhythm of traditional Chinese charm🔔. 📍Lingyan Temple: Inside the Supreme Gentleman's Hall, the exquisite caisson ceiling is astonishing💫, the beauty of art blooms here. 📍Shijia Temple: A national protected unit from the Yuan Dynasty, with its mysteriously opening and closing doors, the 'Smiling Buddha' plaque quietly awaits the connoisseur. Cause and effect come and go, visit as fate allows🙏. 🗺️【Walking Route】🗺️ 🚶‍♀️ Start from Yuhuang Pavilion, explore the God of Wealth Temple, Zhenwu Temple, then to Lingyan Temple, Jixing Tower, Drum Tower, pay respects at Yuzhou Government Office, Nan'an Temple Pagoda, climb Wanshan Tower, and finally stop at Jingxian Gate, ending at Shijia Temple. This approximately 5-kilometer walking journey is enough to immerse you in the context of the ancient city, and half a day's time is just right🌞. 📌【Practical Tips】📌 🚗 There is a free parking lot next to Yuhuang Pavilion🅿️, it is more suitable to walk inside the ancient city, those narrow alleys hide endless stories, and vehicles can hardly pass through. Remember to wear a pair of comfortable shoes, stroll at ease, and fully appreciate the style of the ancient city👟. Museum enthusiasts take note! If you have enough time, don't miss the Yu County Museum🏛️. Every detail in this 'treasure small city' is worth your careful appreciation and exploration🔎.

The ancient city of Yuxian is divided into several parts, but they are basically within the old city. Driving is extremely inconvenient as the roads are generally very narrow, and many alleys shown on navigation are just wide enough for one car to pass through. You need to seize the opportunity to drive through immediately, otherwise, you'll have to wait. We visited the Yuhuang Pavilion, climbed the city tower, and went to the Nanan Temple Pagoda. The places are not very big, but they all require tickets. If you have plenty of time, you might want to go inside for a visit. If you're short on time, you could just pass by and check in.

🌴Zhangjiakou City, also known as "Zhangyuan" and "Wucheng", is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Hebei Province, with 6 districts and 10 counties under its jurisdiction. Located in the northwest of Hebei Province, the terrain is high in the northwest and low in the southeast, and it has a temperate continental monsoon climate. As of the end of 2022, the city’s total area is 36,357 square kilometers and its permanent population is 4.0746 million. Zhangjiakou specialties: milk grapes, Chaigou bacon, button mushrooms, Bashang oats Recommended scenic spots Octagonal platform The entire climbing mode is about three kilometers. Electric vehicles and motorcycles can be ridden up, but shared bicycles cannot. The night view is super beautiful and very suitable for taking pictures! Be sure to pay attention to safety when climbing. Nuanquan Ancient Town There are a wide variety of specialty foods in the town: sugar-coated hemp leaves, noodles, swirl noodles, dried tofu, etc. There are various time-honored shops with super low prices and super nice taste. You must try them. Intangible Cultural Heritage - Dashuhua (Iron Flower) is a visual feast of molten iron flying onto the city wall. Weizhou Ancient City Weizhou Ancient City is located in Wei County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. It is now a national AAA-level tourist attraction. The ancient city was built in the second year of Daxiang in the Northern Zhou Dynasty (580 AD), and has a history of more than 1,400 years. The ancient city has been a prosperous commercial port since ancient times. It is not only rich in products, but also famous for its colorful folk culture. The ancient buildings that can be seen everywhere in the city have a very strong cultural charm. Jade Emperor Pavilion The Jade Emperor Pavilion is a temple dedicated to the Jade Emperor. It was built in the tenth year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty. Shi Zhoufang, the commander of the Weizhou Guard, rebuilt the earthen city of Weizhou into a brick city, opened three gates in the east, west and south, and built the Jade Emperor Pavilion in the north where there was no gate, facing the three gates in a distance. According to the "Weizhou Chronicles", there were 24 towers in the city wall in the past, and this tower was the most grand, tall, majestic and spectacular. Food recommendations 🍱 Mutton hotpot: The mutton in Zhangjiakou area is of excellent quality, and mutton hotpot is a local specialty. Roasted Whole Lamb: Roasted Whole Lamb is made of local high-quality lamb, roasted over charcoal fire, and tastes delicious. Donkey meat hot-baked bread: Donkey meat hot-baked bread is a traditional snack in Zhangjiakou, with tender meat and rich flavor. Hand-pulled pancake: Zhangjiakou's hand-pulled pancake has a crispy texture and is delicious when paired with sauces and vegetables. Transportation airplane: Zhangjiakou Ningyuan Airport, long-distance tourists can choose to arrive by plane Self-driving: Starting from Beijing, drive along the Beijing-Tibet Expressway or the Beijing-Zhangjiakou Expressway. The entire journey is about 200 kilometers and takes about 3 hours.

The 1,400-year-old ancient city of Weizhou Weizhou Ancient City is a national AAA-level tourist attraction. It has a history of more than 1,400 years. There are more than 1,600 meters of north city wall, south gate, Weizhou Office, Jade Emperor Pavilion, Zhenwu Temple, Changping Warehouse, Lingyan Temple, Nan'an Temple Pagoda, Drum Tower, City God Temple, God of Wealth Temple, Mosque and many other ancient buildings that can be visited. Location: Located 50 meters north of the intersection of Pailou North Street and Gulou West Street, Wei County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province