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Pingyao Ancient City 平遥古城 · AAAAA景区,世界文化遗产

Listed in China's national attractions directory — in 晋中, Shanxi. Show the Chinese name to any taxi driver; confirm tickets and hours before you go.

📍 Location

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★ Official rating AAAAA景区,世界文化遗产

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💬 What visitors say ★ 4.6 · 200 reviews

The ancient city of Pingyao is located in Jinzhong, Shanxi, with a history of over 2,700 years. It is the most completely preserved prototype of a Ming and Qing dynasty ancient county town in China and is known as the "Turtle City." The ancient city walls are towering and intact. Within the city, four main stree

A well-preserved Ming and Qing ancient city and a World Cultural Heritage site that is well worth a special trip. The bluestone-paved streets and alleys, the ancient county government office, and the Rishengchang Exchange Shop show the rich heritage of Shanxi merchants. During the day, you can admire the ancient archit

The old buildings are full of stories, with visible traces of time, yet the breath of daily life gives them more warmth. The city wall forms the outer silhouette, while the former site of the draft bank opens up the city's once glorious commercial chapter. Stepping inside, the dark wooden cabinets, accounting desks, c

Visitor reviews, translated from Chinese.

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📍 Address

山西省晋中市平遥县康宁路
晋中 · 山西省

☎️ Info line

(0354)5690000 (Chinese)

🎟️ Tickets & booking

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平遥古城
山西省晋中市平遥县康宁路
Pingyao Ancient City
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