Huazhai Guan Yu Temple (Fifth Batch of Provincial-level Protected Sites) Era: Ming and Qing Dynasties Address: Huazhai Village, Zangzhai Township, Ying County, Shuozhou City The Huazhai Village Guan Yu Temple is located on the eastern side within Huazhai Village. It faces south and has a two-courtyard layout, covering a total area of 1,264 square meters with a built-up area of 287 square meters. Along the central axis are the main hall, the theater stage, and on both sides are the east and west side halls...
The Site of Da’an Temple is located south of Dongcuizhuang Village, Nanhézhong Town, Ying County, dating back from the Yuan Dynasty to the Republican era. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Guangying Granary is located in Xiguan Village, Jincheng Town, Ying County, and dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Wenshu Temple is located at Houpu Village, Xiaoshi Village, Nanheshuzhen Town, Ying County, dating back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage sites in Shuozhou City. …
Daxitou Five Gods Temple is located in Daxitou Village, Xingzhai Township, Ying County, and dates back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first batch of municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
The Temple of Guan Yu in Xijia Fort is located in Xijia Fort Village, Jincheng Town, Ying County, and dates back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Shuimo Guanyin Pavilion is located in Shuimo Village, Zangzhai Township, Ying County, and dates back to the Ming Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
The Guan Yu Temple at Xiaqiaotou is located in Xiaqiaotou Village, Zangzhai Township, Ying County, and dates back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Beiloukou Guan Yu Temple is located on the western side within Beiloukou Village, Dalinhe Township, Ying County. It dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. On March 21, 2011, Beiloukou Guan Yu Temple was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Chongshou Temple in Dashibu is located in Dashibu Village, Baimashi Township, Ying County. It dates back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, Chongshou Temple in Dashibu was announced as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City.…
Chongzhen Temple is located in Malanyuan Village, Xiamayu Township, Ying County, and dates back to the Qing Dynasty. On March 21, 2011, it was designated as one of the first municipal-level cultural heritage protection units in Shuozhou City. …
Era of Baoning Temple: Ming Dynasty | Address: Northeast corner inside the East Gate of Youyu County; commonly known as the Great Temple. Originally built in the fourth year of the Ming TianShun era (1460), it was renovated in the first year of the Hongzhi era (1488) and the forty-eighth year of the Qing Kangxi era (1709). The temple faces south and is situated to the north, approximately 150 meters wide from east to west and 200 meters long from north to south. The central axis originally...
Ruins of Zhongling Ancient CityRuins of Zhongling Ancient City (Second Batch of Provincial-Level Protected Sites)Era: Han DynastyAddress: 12.5 km west of Youyu County and 2.5 km west of Wei Yuan TownThe Zhongling Ancient City is the site of the Zhongling County of the Han Dynasty's Yanmen Commandery. It was built in the 25th year of the Jianwu era (49 AD) during the Eastern Han Dynasty by Emperor Guangwu Liu Xiu. The ancient city has a rectangular layout, with a wall dividing the city...
Cemetery Cluster of Weiyuan The Cemetery Cluster of Weiyuan (Second Batch of Provincial-Level Protected Sites) Era: Han Dynasty Address: Surrounding Shuerzhao Village (Old Town of Weiyuan), Weiyuan Town, Youyu County The ancient Weiyuan Fort City was originally the Zhongling County during the Han Dynasty, with numerous Han-era tombs distributed around it. The Weiyuan Han Tombs include those in Shuerzhao, Nanbali, and Jinshiwan. On Wuhou Mountain in the northeast corner of Shuerzhao Village...
Nanshan Forest Park Located to the south of the county town, it takes its name from the expression “May your age be as enduring as the southern mountains.” Covering an area of 400,000 mu, the park features a mix of coniferous, broadleaf, and flowering trees, as well as a combination of trees, shrubs, and grasses. The scenic area stretches 20 kilometers in total, with pavilions, terraces, altars, towers, flowers, shrubs, paths, and gardens arranged in a harmonious layout. Attractions include the Public Servant Pavilion and the Spring-Awareness Pavilion. A 38-mu Yulin Lake has been constructed here…
Jiajiayao Mountain Pine Wave Garden Located to the north of the county town on the east side of Hushan Line, the scenic area is dominated by evergreen pines and cypresses. The Scotch pine, Chinese pine, and larch sway in the mountain breeze, creating rustling waves of pine. The Revolutionary Martyrs Memorial Tower stands within the park, and on occasions such as Tomb-Sweeping Day and July 1st, local primary and secondary schools organize teachers and students to pay tribute to the martyrs. …
Dananshan, also known as Helan Mountain, is locally referred to as Dananshan. It is located northwest of the county town, about 6 kilometers from the city center. The mountain features towering and spectacular ridges, with its highest peak reaching an elevation of 1,592 meters. Various tree species on the slopes create a vibrant mosaic of colors, and when you look out across the landscape, rolling waves of green stretch as far as the eye can see. At the summit lie ancient tombs and Ming Dynasty steles that tell visitors a long-buried mystery. The steles document the historical fact that Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty traveled to Pingcheng to pay homage to his ancestors. According to historical records, the tomb of the Wei capital is believed to be located within the territory of Youyu County.
“No peak on the mountain, water flows backward” are known as the two wonders of Youyu County. The backward-flowing water refers to the mighty flow of the Cangtou River, which, unlike other rivers that flow eastward or southward, moves northward. It travels 40 li through Inner Mongolia into the Honghe River before turning south into the Yellow River. The unique flow direction of the Cangtou River has brought it widespread fame. Along...
Xingbuliang Ten-Thousand-Mu - Scenic Area Located in the northern part of the county, on the side of the Hushan Line, the scenic area covers a total area of 14,971 mu. It features a sightseeing hexagonal iron pavilion, with the surrounding areas fully paved, landscaped, and beautified. The roads within the scenic area have also been paved, landscaped, and beautified. The area remains green all year round and blooms with flowers for three seasons. In summer, when you are in the - , with a gentle breeze brushing your face and a vast sea of forest stretching as far as the eye can see, it becomes a high-quality natural forest scenic tourism destination.
Zhongling Lake Scenic Area Located southwest of the county town, the scenic area centers around the Zhongling Lake reservoir area and has been developed into a tourist destination integrating sightseeing and leisure activities around the reservoir. The area features 16,000 Beijing poplar trees, over 1,100 Chinese pine trees, more than 3,000 Scots pine trees, 210 weeping willows, and 1,500 apricot trees for nuts. It also includes a 26-acre nursery, two observation pavilions, and a resort. The scenic area harmoniously combines mountains, water, forests, pavilions, and pathways. The lake surface shimmers with ripples, and visitors can take a pleasure boat to enjoy the beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hills. The lake is abundant in seafood, allowing tourists to fish on their own and savor fresh aquatic delicacies. It has become a top choice for tourism in the areas surrounding Youyu.