Acheng Upper Sluice

Acheng Upper Sluice

Acheng Upper Sluice is a cultural heritage protection unit of Shandong Province.

Acheng Upper Sluice is located in Acheng Town, Yanggu County, dating back to the Ming Dynasty.

On October 10, 2013, Acheng Upper Sluice was designated as part of the fourth batch of Provincial Cultural Heritage Protection Units by the People's Government of Shandong Province.

Acheng Town: Located on the north bank of the Yellow River in the eastern part of Yanggu County, Acheng Town covers an area of 115.1 square kilometers, with a population of 68,000 and 120,000 mu of arable land.

Acheng Town boasts a superior geographical location and a long history and culture. Its historical sites such as the Ancient A Well, Haihui Temple, and Sun Bin Pavilion are renowned both at home and abroad. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was “a bustling hub where scholars and merchants gathered,” and one of the famous commercial ports along the canal.

On this ancient land, many notable figures have emerged, including the famous military strategist Sun Bin from the Warring States period, the renowned Three Kingdoms general Cheng Yu, and the prominent Yuan Dynasty statesman Cao Yuan Yong. Acheng is also the... More details about Acheng Town ++

Further reading:

· Fourth Batch of Shandong Provincial Cultural Heritage Protection Units