Xiao Jun’s Tomb is located at the northeast corner of Linghe Park in Linghai City, Liaoning Province. Xiao Jun was born on July 3, 1907, in Xiannianpangou Village, Shenjiatai Town, Yixian County, Liaoning Province. Due to his family’s poverty, he only attended elementary school. In 1925, he began his military career, serving as a probationary officer and as an assistant instructor in military and martial arts. His writing career began...
The Site of Sidaogou is located in Sidaogou Village, Qiaoniao Township, Linghai City, Jinzhou. It dates back to the Neolithic Age. On June 11, 2008, the site was designated as part of the eighth batch of Provincial Cultural Heritage Protection Units by the People's Government of Liaoning Province. The protected area is defined with the point at 121°04′20.5″ east longitude and 41°01′12…
The Linghai Qianlong Stele is located to the north of Dizang Temple Village, Banjita Town, Linghai City, Jinzhou, dating back to the Qing Dynasty. On June 11, 2008, it was designated as part of the eighth batch of provincial-level cultural heritage protection units by the People’s Government of Liaoning Province. The protected area: centered on the midpoint of the line connecting the two steles (longitude 120°52′57.3″E, latitude...
Bijia Mountain is located in Jinzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone, Jinzhou City, Liaoning Province. It faces the Bohai Sea and neighbors Jinzhou Port. The mountain has three peaks—two low and one high—shaped like a penholder, hence the name "Bijia Mountain" (Penholder Mountain). Bijia Mountain is a sacred site of Taoism, and the ancient architectural complex on the island includes structures such as the Mountain Gate, Zhenren Temple, Lüzu Pavilion, Sun Temple, Five Mothers Palace, Dragon King Temple, Ten Thousand...
Beizhen Temple is located on a hillside 2.5 kilometers west of Beizhen County in Liaoning Province. It is the mountain god temple of Mount Yiwulv, with shrines built at the foot of the mountain dating back to the Jin Dynasty. According to inscriptions on stelae, the current Beizhen Temple was largely renovated and expanded in the 19th year of the Yongle era (1421) and the 8th year of the Hongzhi era (1495) during the Ming Dynasty. Beizhen...
In the northeast corner of Beizhen County stands Chongxing Temple, in front of which are two exquisitely built, tall and elegant ancient pagodas from the Liao Dynasty, both featuring a consistent style. The two pagodas are 43 meters apart from east to west. The eastern pagoda is 43 meters high and the western one is 42 meters high. Both are solid brick pagodas with an octagonal base and thirteen tiers of dense eaves. Each side of the base is 7 meters wide, adorned with various carvings on the surface, including lions, Atlas figures...
The drum tower is located in the center of downtown Beizhen City. Originally the southern gate of the Xianzhou City during the Liao Dynasty, it was preserved when the area was expanded during the Ming Dynasty. It served as a military reviewing platform for both Li Chengliang and Ma Yong, who were regional military commanders in Liaodong, and was later converted into a drum tower during the Qing Dynasty. The two-story building features a single-eave hip-and-gable roof, covers an area of 625 square meters, and has a large wooden frame structure with double eaves built atop the base. The platform of the drum tower is made of brick,…
The Li Chengliang Stone Memorial Archway is located south of the Drum Tower in downtown Beizhen, situated in the pedestrian street, and is one of the “Eight Scenic Spots of Ancient Guangning Prefecture,” known as “The Stone Archway Stands Tall.” Built in the eighth year of the Ming Dynasty’s Wanli era (1580 AD), the archway was commissioned by Emperor Shenzong of Ming, Zhu Yijun, to honor the achievements of Li Chengliang, then the Commander-in-Chief of Liaodong, for his meritorious service in defending the region. The emperor ordered Zhou Yong, the Regional Inspector of Liaodong who also served as the Vice Censor-in-Chief of the Military Surveillance Bureau...
The Wanghaitang building is situated atop the summit of Lüshan Mountain. Originally, it had a base platform about five meters high, with a two-story main hall, east and west wing rooms — namely ten book storage rooms, three living quarters, three study and painting rooms, and over ten guard rooms. Watchtowers were built on the surrounding peaks to protect Wanghaitang. This was the place where Yelü Bei and his beloved consort Gao Meiren came to live in seclusion from Dongjing (present-day Liaoyang City) in the second year of the Tianyan era (927) during the reign of Emperor Taizong of Liao...
Shuangfeng Temple is located on the mountainside to the northwest of Shuangfeng Temple Village, Luolubao Town, in the southwest of Beizhen City. Surrounded by mountains on the south, north, and west, it boasts pleasant scenery that appeals to both refined and popular tastes. The temple faces south and measures 90 meters from north to south and 70 meters from east to west, covering an area of 6,300 square meters. Built against the mountain and situated on three terraced platforms, it is said that the...
Wanzi Mountain is located in the northwest corner of Beizhen City and is a small hill that is part of the Lüshan Mountain range. It was anciently known as “Wanzi Mountain” (meaning “Ten-Thousand Character Mountain”). The mountain is covered with dense lush pines and cypresses that block out the sun, and it was later renamed “Wancui Mountain” (meaning “Ten-Thousand Emerald Mountain”). Legend has it that Emperor Shengzong of the Liao Dynasty, Yelü Longxu, once visited this mountain for leisure and to escape the summer heat, and thus it was renamed “Wansui Mountain” (meaning “Ten-Thousand-Year Mountain”). In the 25th year of the Hongwu era (1392 AD) during the Ming Dynasty, Emperor Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang appointed his son Zhu Zhi as the Prince of Liaoning, who was tasked with guarding Liaodong. A prince’s palace was built on “Wansui Mountain,” but to avoid the use of the words “wansui” (ten-thousand-year), it was again renamed “Wancui Mountain.”
Beizhen Dayang Film and Television Base blends natural and cultural landscapes seamlessly, creating a uniquely captivating atmosphere. The base offers comprehensive, realistic settings with well-connected scenes, providing an extremely convenient working environment for filmmakers. Over the years, many film studios and TV stations have come here to shoot on location. Works such as *The Fields Are Green Barley Again…*
The ancient Five Buddha Temple is located at the southern foot of Mount Yiwulu, within the Shuiquan area of Shibaozi Village, Luyang Town. Built against the mountain, it boasts beautiful scenery, breathtaking views, perilous peaks, peculiar rocks, and lush pines providing shade. Combining danger with beauty, tranquility, and elegance, it is a sacred destination for sightseeing and Buddhist worship. Originally known as Pianshi Temple or Huangyan Temple, it is commonly called the Five Buddha Cave. According to...
Historically known as Yuwei Ridge or Wulu Mountain, now commonly referred to as Mount Yunwu, it is an extension of the Yin Mountains range. Located within Beizhen City, Liaoning Province, the mountain stretches from northeast to southwest, spanning 45 kilometers in length and 14 kilometers in width, covering an area of 630 square kilometers. It boasts over fifty notable peaks, with the highest — Wanghai Peak — rising 866.6 meters above sea level…
The Emperor Valley Scenic Area is located in the middle section of Qijia Mountain, a branch range of Mount Yiwu, stretching from E'tou Peak to Wangchenggang in the southwest of Guangning Township, Beizhen. It neighbors other scenic spots of Mount Yiwu such as the Great Guanyin Pavilion, Yuquan Temple, and Dayangzhao. Surrounded by mountains on all sides with a strategically rugged terrain and beautiful scenery, it is one of the major Buddhist activity sites. The area features two nationally...
Six kilometers northwest of the ancient city of Beizhen lies Longgangzi Village in Futun Township. Here rest two grandsons of Emperor Jingzong (Yelü Xian), the fifth ruler of the Liao Dynasty, as well as the nephew and niece-in-law of Emperor Shengzong (Yelü Longxu)—namely Yelü Zongzheng, Empress Guo, and Yelü Zongyun. The tomb of Yelü Zongyun has been backfilled, while the joint tomb of Yelü Zongzheng and Empress Guo has been opened to the public...
Liaoning Yiwulu Mountain National Nature Reserve is a forest ecosystem and wildlife nature reserve, established in 1981 with a total area of 11,459 hectares. It is renowned both domestically and internationally for its majestic mountains, unique peaks, lush pine and cypress forests, and beautiful scenery. Over the 28 years since its establishment, the reserve has protected natural resources, the environment, and natural...
Qingyan Temple is located within Changxingdian Town, Beizhen City, Liaoning Province, at the southern end of Mount Yiwulvshan, covering an area of 13 square kilometers. The temple was first built during the Northern Wei Dynasty, flourished in the mid-Tang Dynasty, and has a history of over 1,500 years, with incense burning continuously all day long. In 1986, it was approved by the provincial government as a religious activity site. This is a famous scenic area that integrates religion and tourism...
The Lingshan Temple Scenic Area is located on the mid-slopes of Yiwulu Mountain, bordering National Highway 102 to the east, connected to various scenic spots in Yixian County to the west, linked to the Da Guanyin Pavilion Scenic Area to the north, and adjacent to the Dalu Hua Scenic Area to the south as well as the Qingyan Temple Scenic Area. With an elevation of 678 meters and a total coverage area of 5,000 acres, this area features interconnected scenic spots and highly convenient transportation. Lingshan...
Dalu Hua Scenic Area is located in Taoyuan Village, Baoxiang Township, in the central-southern part of Mount Yiwulu in Beizhen City. Situated along the Yiwulu Mountain Scenic Loop Road, it lies 8 kilometers south of Qingyan Temple Scenic Area and 20 kilometers north of Da Guanyin Pavilion Scenic Area. It is renowned worldwide for its steep mountain terrain and towering, craggy peaks. The main peak of Dalu Hua stands at an elevation of 630.1 meters, and the entire mountain…