Top 10 ancient towns in China
- By Lin Liyao
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E-mail China.org.cn, November 12, 2010
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/
