Top 10 ancient towns in China

By Lin Liyao
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   Langzhong Ancient City 阆中古城


Langzhong Ancient City [Photo / China.org.cn]

Langzhong Ancient City is located in the northeast of Sichuan Province and on the upper and middle basins of Jialing River. In 1986, the city was named as a national historic and cultural city by China's State Council.

Langzhong covers an area of two square kilometers, and features ancient streets, alleys, courtyards, and many tourist attractions. Even now, the city retains architectural patterns from the Tang (618-907AD) and Song dynasties (960-1279).

Surrounded by mountains and the Jialing river, Langzhong Ancient City is considered to be a fairyland of tourist attractions to tourists the world over. There are many historic buildings in the city; such as Zhang Fei Temple, the Imperial Examination Hall of the Qing Dynasty, Zhongtian Tower, Baba Mosque and Fengshui Museum.

Travel Tips:

Admission:

Zhang Fei Temple: 40 yuan

Imperial Examination Hall of the Qing Dynasty: 35 yuan

Zhongtian Tower: 10 yuan

Ancient courtyards (including six scenic spots): 30 yuan

Tel: +86-817-6232778

Getting There:

By Train: You can take a train from Chengbei bus station in Nanchong City. The ticket is 38 yuan, and it will cost you two hours to get Langzhong.

Website:http://en.517lz.com/

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