Scenic spot introduction:

Kaifeng Prefecture was the capital of the country during the Northern Song Dynasty and was famous throughout the world. It is now located on the north bank of East Lake of Baogong Lake in Kaifeng, covering an area of more than 60 acres and a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It is magnificent and majestic, echoing the Bao Gong Temple located in Baogong West Lake and set off by the rippling blue waters of the Three Lakes, forming the "East Prefecture and West Temple", a magnificent landscape of pavilions and blue water.
Kaifeng Mansion was built in accordance with the "Construction Methods" by Li Jie of the Northern Song Dynasty. It has a regular layout, solemn and elegant, high roofs, and fine paintings, which reflect the architectural style of the Song Dynasty everywhere. In Kaifeng Mansion, in addition to being able to see a large number of precious historical materials, anecdotes and exhibitions, you can also see a variety of performances such as the "Opening Ceremony of the Court", "Bao Gong's Judgment", "Catching the Son-in-Law in Front of the List", "Welcome Performance in the Martial Arts Field", and the Song-style dance "Lotus Charm", and truly experience "Visiting Kaifeng Mansion, tasting the culture of the Song Dynasty; worshipping Bao Longtu, appreciating the righteousness of the world".

Attractions distribution:

Kaifeng Prefecture Scenic Area is centered on the main hall (lobby), meeting hall, and Plum Blossom Hall, supplemented by more than 50 large and small halls such as Tianqing Temple, Mingli Courtyard, Qianlong Palace, Qingxin Tower, Prison, Yingwu Tower, and Yin Hotel. According to the different exhibition contents, it is roughly divided into nine exhibition areas: Fuya Cultural Area, Bao Zheng Legend Cultural Area , Taoist culture area, criminal justice culture area, education and imperial examination culture area, Entertainment and Cultural Area , Fuyin Cultural District , Qianlong Palace Imperial Cultural District and leisure and cultural areas.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 4A-level scenic spot

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, celebrity tours, history and culture, historic sites, celebrities, gardens

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Travel Notes of Travellers:

  • Tiedan: 2012 Mongolia-China trip. Going to Pingdingshan again to meet Nadam. Wolf Totem
  • Sea Breeze: Enjoy the Travel, Part 2
  • Sea Breeze: Enjoy the journey,
  • Travel Guide: Kaifeng Two-Day Travel Guide 2017

travelling guideline:

There are free tours in the palace.

Best time to visit:

September and October

Shopping recommendations:

Zhuxian Town New Year paintings, official porcelain, Bao Qianyuan brushes, Kaifeng Bian embroidery, etc.

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Henan Province>Kaifeng City>Gulou District

How to get there:

Lianhuo, Beijing-Guangzhou-Aomen and Daguan Expressways are all accessible.

City transportation: Take bus No. 1, 4, 16, or 20 to get there.

Scenic area map:

Click to expand the scenic area map

Attraction Tickets

Henan Kaifeng Mansion Ticket Price:

The adult ticket price is 60 yuan and the student ticket price is 30 yuan.

Children under 1.4 meters in height are free of charge; students, active military personnel, the disabled, and groups can enjoy preferential fares with valid identification.

Scenic area opening hours:

7:00-19:00

Leave a Reply