Tomb of King Wuling of Zhao

Tomb of King Wuling of Zhao

The Tomb of King Wuling of Zhao is a cultural relic protection unit of Shanxi Province.

The Tomb of King Wuling of Zhao is located on the western section of Xinhua West Street in Lingqiu County. The name of Lingqiu County originates from this site.

King Wuling of Zhao (circa 340–295 BCE), personal name Yong, was the ruler of the State of Zhao during the Warring States period, an outstanding statesman, military leader, and military reformer. The "Hu Fu Qi She" policy he promoted had a positive influence on the development of Chinese society at the time and in subsequent periods.

Datong City, Shanxi

King Wuling of Zhao (circa 310–295 BCE), personal name Yong, was the ruler of the Zhao State during the Warring States period, an outstanding statesman, military leader, and military reformer. The "Hu Fu Qi She" policy he implemented had a positive impact on the development of Chinese society at the time and in the years that followed.

In 326 BCE, when King Wuling of Zhao ascended the throne at just 12 years old, China was in the mid-to-late Warring States period. Warfare between states was frequent, and the trend of annexation was intensifying. Zhao was surrounded by powerful enemies, including Qi, Zhongshan, Yan, Linhu, Loufan, Donghu, Qin, Han, and Wei. … More details about King Zhao Yong ++

Further reading:

· First Batch of Cultural Relic Protection Units in Shanxi Province