Protected area of the Ancient City Site of Yaowang Temple: within the city walls and within 30 meters outside the outer base of the city wall. Construction control zone: the area within 90 meters outside the protected area is designated as Class I construction control zone. …
The Guan Family Genealogical Stele (Shiqiaozhi Village, Niangniangmiao Township, Jianchang County, Huludao City) — also known as the Guan Family Genealogical Stele, was carved in the 26th year of the Zhiyuan era during the Yuan Dynasty (1289 AD). This stele, hewn from local bluish sandstone, records the loyal and filial deeds of the local Guan family, as well as the desolate scene of “a bleak, deserted land littered with corpses” after wartime…
The Shagutun Stone Pagoda from the Jin Dynasty is located atop Shilong Mountain in Shagutun Village, Shagutun Township, Nanpiao District, Huludao. It was built in the 6th year of the Taihe era of the Jin Dynasty (1206). The pagoda is constructed from stone in a hexagonal five-tiered form, standing 4.69 meters tall. It was assembled from ten carved stone blocks and placed on a large sedimentary rock, which bears the inscription “the 6th year of Li Qinhe, seventh month.”…
Shagutun Human Cave Site Located 1.2 kilometers southeast of Shagutun in Nanpiao on Xifu Mountain, this is a human cave site from the Neolithic period, dating back to the same era as the Yangshao Culture in Henan. It is now a provincial-level cultural heritage protection unit…
Known for its flourishing incense offerings, the Anchangxian Stupa is no less revered. "Sharira" is a transliteration from Sanskrit, meaning Buddhist relics. It is a Buddhist custom to enshrine such relics—bones or teeth of the Buddha—inside stupas for worship, hence the name stupa. The Anchangxian Stupa is located in Anchangxian Village, Nuanchi Pond Town, about 15 kilometers southwest of Panlong Cave. It is a provincial-level cultural relic and was first built during the Jin Dynasty…
Mingxing Temple, located on the north side of Jie East Road in Gangyaoling Town, Nanpiao District, is a provincial-level cultural heritage site. Built in the 27th year of the Guangxu reign (1901), it features a diverse structure and exquisite architectural artistry, making it a treasured example of Qing Dynasty ancient architecture complexes in western Liaoning. The temple began renovation work in 2009, with the first phase now completed and the second phase currently underway. The entire...
Wujintang Reservoir is located in Nanpiao District, Huludao City, approximately 35 kilometers northeast of Jinzhou, at the border between Nuandangtang Town and Huangtugan Township. The reservoir is named for the abundant underground coal reserves in the area and its proximity to the east of Wujintang Village. Constructed in July 1971, it lies within a mountain valley and was formed by damming the middle reaches of the Nü’er River. The dam…
Nuquan Located eight li west of Nuanchi Village, Nuanchitang, Nanpiao District, its water is clean and does not freeze even in the depths of winter. In the early morning, steam rises from it, and the surrounding trees and grass are often covered in rime, creating a spectacular sight. …
Jiulong Mountain is located in Huangjia South, Nanpiao District, and gets its name from a mountain range that stretches from west to east with nine peaks.…
Millennium-old cypresses Located in Guanjia Gou Village, Huangtukan Township, Nanpiao District, from a distance they appear as one tree but are actually four, each with a trunk diameter of over 1.5 meters. Viewed from a hundred meters away, the trees form a flat-topped, round platform-shaped canopy, standing about 13 meters tall, with the lower part of the canopy measuring 15 meters north to south and 17 meters east to west. …
Little Hongluo Mountain is located on the eastern side of Jiadaogou. It features majestic peaks, peculiar rocks, lush forests, and murmuring streams. The Gaoqiao River and Daxingpu River both originate here, with the main peak, Yingbeiding, standing at an elevation of 717.2 meters. The scenic area lies in the eastern part of Little Hongluo Mountain, within Santaizi Village of Shihuiyao Township, approximately 20 kilometers from the city center. Longquan Temple, situated at the eastern foot of Little Hong...
Era: Neolithic Age. The Shagutun Site is located in a natural cave on the eastern slope of Xifu Mountain in Shagutun Township, Nanpiao District, Huludao City, Liaoning Province. The cave entrance is about 2 meters high, 3 meters wide, and nearly 10 meters deep. Inside the cave, three naturally formed sections of space gradually narrow toward the back, resembling a slightly horn-like shape. It was discovered in June 1921 by Swedish geologist Dr. Johan Gunnar Andersson, who was invited by the Chinese government to conduct geological surveys...
Dahongluo Mountain is 35 kilometers from the urban area of Lianshan District and is located in the northern part of Lianshan City. It is the source of the Lianshan River, with its main peak, Yuhuangding, standing at 900.8 meters above sea level. The mountain is majestic and steep, featuring interwoven valleys and ridges, peculiar rocks and secluded caves, as well as towering temples, all of which exude a mystical charm. Major scenic areas of Dahongluo Mountain include: First, the Yongquan Temple Scenic Area, which is situated to the south of Xiangshuihezi Village in Zhangxianggong Township…
The Ming Great Wall at Xiaohongluo Mountain is an important part of the Liaodong Town section of the Ming Great Wall, built in the seventh year of the Zhengtong era of the Ming Dynasty (1442). The wall winds along the mountain ridges, featuring perilous terrain and a naturally harmonious landscape. Construction materials varied depending on the difficulty of the terrain, mostly using brick and stone. Various types of watchtowers are distributed along and within the wall...
Wujintang Reservoir is located near Wujintang Village, about 35 kilometers northwest of Huludao City in Liaoning Province, and is the seventh-largest water conservancy project in the province. The name "Wujintang" comes from the underground coal deposits in the area. The reservoir lies in a broad valley in the mountainous region and was formed by damming the middle reaches of the Nv'er River, covering a water surface area of 12 square kilometers. Its water storage capacity exceeds one hundred million cubic meters...
In Gangyao Ridge, there is another renowned red tourism destination in western Liaoning — the Monument to the Martyred Compatriots of Xiawujiazi. The site of the monument is located in Xiawujiazi Village, 4 kilometers north of Gangyao Ridge Town. It stands as a testament to the massacre of 397 patriotic villagers by Japanese invaders on November 16, 1935. In 1935…
Crooked Peach Mountain is located in Gangyao Ling Town, with an elevation of 574 meters and covering an area of 50 square kilometers. It is the highest, largest, most densely vegetated, and most species-diverse mountain in the town. Four villages—Songyan Village, Liujia Wopu Village, Xindian Village, and Piantai Yingzi—are scattered at the foot of Crooked Peach Mountain. The area boasts abundant tourism resources, with attractions including: 1. Peach Stone,…
At the northern foot of Dahongluo Mountain lies Lingyin Temple, while at the mountain’s summit stands the Jade Emperor Temple. In 1916, the virtuous lay Buddhist Li Wenju began constructing the temple, which was later damaged. In 1994, Li Wenju’s direct descendant, Li Shude, led local devotees to carry cement and sand up the mountain three times a day. Finally, in 1996…
The Natural Temple scenic area is located southwest of Dahongluo Mountain, currently within the territory of Xingtun in Zhangjiagou Village, Gangtun Town. It lies about 30 kilometers northwest of Lianshan District and roughly 5 kilometers southeast of Gangtun Town. The area features undulating mountains, secluded valleys, dense forests, and a small river flowing from west to east. At the foot of the mountains on both riverbanks lies an open flatland — an old pear orchard — where...
Mingxing Temple, located on Benjie Street in Gangyaling Town, Nanpiao District, Huludao City, Liaoning Province, is a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit, a provincial-level religious activity site, and a national AAA-level scenic spot. Originally built in the 27th year of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty (1901), it underwent a comprehensive renovation in the 12th year of the Republic of China (1923). It now stands as a rare complex of temple architecture from the Republican era in China. The current abbot is...