Ling Tower of Monk Ju on Yanfeng Mountain

Ling Tower of Monk Ju on Yanfeng Mountain

The Ling Tower of Monk Ju on Yanfeng Mountain is a cultural relic protection unit of Hebei Province.

The Ling Tower of Monk Ju on Yanfeng Mountain is located in Tasi Village, Fanshan Town, Zhuolu County. The tower is built of brick and stone, dating back to the Jin Dynasty. It has a hexagonal shape and consists of three parts: the tower pillar, the main body, and stands 12 meters tall with a base circumference of 10 meters. The five-tiered structure features eaves on each level, brick bracket sets (dougong), carved false windows and doors, as well as stylized floral patterns, all resting on a lotus pedestal. The inscribed text on the tower reads: “Ling Tower of Monk Ju on Yanfeng Mountain. Constructed in the Jin Dynasty by mason He Zizhen. July 15th, the third year of the Zhenglong era.”

In February 2001, it was announced as a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit by the People's Government of Hebei Province.

Further Reading:

· Fourth Batch of Cultural Relic Protection Units in Hebei Province