Wangjiatai Martyrs' Cemetery

Wangjiatai Martyrs' Cemetery

Wangjiatai Martyrs' Cemetery is a classic red tourism destination and a patriotic education base.

The sun shines in the east, and the spirit of the nation shines forever. Over 70 years ago, when Japanese invaders encroached upon our territory, the Chinese people united in enmity. The Communist Party of China inspired the soldiers and civilians to resist Japan, advocated for national salvation, and established democratic governance. They opened up the Pingxi battlefield, faced national adversity, and shed blood in the annals of revolution.

In August 1938, a unit of the Eighth Route Army under the Jin-Cha-Ji Military Region of the CPC advanced into the Pingxi region to fight the enemy. They were ambushed by reactionary armed forces in the Xiayunling area, and more than 50 young soldiers lost their lives in Wangjiatai Village. This is the inscription on the "Light of the Nation" martyrs' monument.

A youth’s tribute, blood soaked into the fiery battlefields of Taihang. The sons and daughters of Fangshan fought relentlessly for victory in the War of Resistance and for the founding of New China. 1,175 revolutionary martyrs perished in the flames of war, their blood soaking into the Dashih River — a moving and heroic saga. Their aspirations fulfilled, songs of glory rise across China under the red Party flag. In 1943, "Without the Communist Party, There Would Be No New China" was sung in Tangshang Village. This anthem accompanied the Chinese people under the leadership of the CPC through their magnificent revolutionary journey across the nation, and it made New China red — "Without the Communist Party, There Would Be No New China."

In 2011, the great 90th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, the people of Fangshan reflected on the past and looked to the future. Enthusiastically, they sang red songs in the place where these anthems originated, extolling the Communist Party of China in the hymns of the era. They engraved the era’s monument of "Without the Communist Party, There Would Be No New China," upheld the great banner of socialism with Chinese characteristics, pursued reform and opening-up, kept pace with the times, advanced scientific development, and marched forward with confidence toward the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

Upholding the red classics and promoting revolutionary culture. The Party Committee and government of Xiayunling Township specially rebuilt the martyrs' cemetery, shaping it in the form of an eagle soaring through the sky, and creating a lake that reflects loyalty in historical records, to commemorate the everlasting legacy of the martyrs.

Address: Wangjiatai, Fangshan District, Beijing

Opening Hours: 9:00 – 17:00 (Last entry at 16:00)

Admission: Free

On-site Collection: A limited number of 4,000 free tickets are distributed on-site each day

Phone Reservation: Groups of 20 or more (inclusive) must make a phone reservation at least 3 working days in advance.

Xiayunling Township: 1. Geographic Location: Located at the foot of Baihua Mountain in southwestern Beijing, Xiayunling Township is 89 kilometers from downtown Beijing. The famous National Highway 108 runs through the township for 44 kilometers. It borders Hebei Province, with an average altitude of over 1,000 meters, and enjoys convenient transportation. 2. Ecological Environment: The township covers a total area of 218 square kilometers, with 15 administrative villages and a population of 10,170. It has 178,000 mu of forested land, 130,000 mu of grassland, and over 400,000 fruit trees. The forest coverage rate exceeds 60%. The area is rich in mineral resources such as coal and stone, and boasts fresh air and a pleasant environment. Natural scenery… More details about Xiayunling Township ++