Qingyuan Western Palace Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

The Western Palace, also known as "Songyuan Palace" and "Wu Panfu Palace", is a monumental building built by ancient mushroom people in memory of Wu Sangong, the originator of shiitake mushrooms. Located on the bank of Songyuan Creek in Xiyang Village, Wudabao Township, Qingyuan County, it was first built in the first year of Xianchun in the Song Dynasty (1265). After several changes, in the first year of Guangxu in the Qing Dynasty (1875), it was established by the residents of Qingyuan, Longquan and Jingning counties. Raise funds to rebuild. Today's Western Palace has become a symbol of the "source of mushrooms" and shines uniquely among the numerous cultural landscapes in Qingyuan. The palace is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with flying eaves and painted roofs, and carved beams and corners, making it majestic. Next to the hall is the Lanxi Bridge, which complements it beautifully.

Attractions distribution:

The main attractions of the Western Palace include Lanxi Bridge, stage, main hall, carved galleries and painted buildings, etc.

Scenic spot qualifications:

Provincial cultural relics protection unit

Scenic spot features:

Photography, architecture, mushroom culture, covered bridges, temples