Scenic spot introduction:

The Yuhuang Pavilion in Yu County is the tallest and most majestic of the 24 pavilions in the city wall in the past. It is also one of the representative historical and cultural attractions in Yu County today. The Jade Emperor Pavilion has been built for hundreds of years. It has experienced wind and rain erosion, wars and military disasters. Although it has been built and rebuilt several times, it still stands intact on the high city wall. It still has the Ming Dynasty architectural style, showing the superb skills and skills of ancient craftsmen. Wisdom is an important example for studying the architectural art of the early Ming Dynasty. When you climb up to the Yuhuang Pavilion, you can overlook the beautiful scenery outside the Great Wall. It has been a tourist attraction for literati and poets of all ages.

Attractions distribution:

Yuhuang Pavilion is located on the north city wall of the county, facing south, covering an area of ​​2022.30 square meters. It is divided into front and rear courtyards and is built on a central axis. The front yard consists of an archway, the Tianwang Hall and 15 Zen rooms. There are bell and drum towers in the southeast and southwest corners of the backyard. The main hall of the Jade Emperor Pavilion stands in the north. There is a statue of the Jade Emperor on the front of the hall and murals of cave gods on the walls on both sides. There are eight stone tablets standing under the eaves in front of the main hall. The historical relics are of extremely high value.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National key units

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, sightseeing, visiting ancient times, history and culture, religion, architecture
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Hebei Province>Zhangjiakou City>Yuxian County

How to get there:

Bus route: Take the long-distance bus to Yu County, and then walk there.

Self-driving route: Zhangshi Expressway → Xuanda Expressway → Xiaguang Line, to Yu County, then go to the North City Wall.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Jade Emperor Pavilion ticket price:

10 yuan

Scenic area opening hours:

08:00-18:00

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