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Mingdao Palace

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Last updated 2026-11-13 — Mingdao Palace, located in the eastern part of Luyi County, Henan Province, was first built during the Han Dynasty and flourished in the Tianbao era of the Tang Dynasty. It is situated 10 li from the birthplace of Laozi. In his later years, Laozi once lectured here, and local folklore says he ascended to immortality on a green ox from this very spot. The Laojun Terrace within Mingdao Palace is a nationally protected cultural relic, initially constructed in the second year of the Tang Dynasty’s Tianbao era. The terrace stands 13 meters high and is an ancient high-platform structure built with large traditional bricks, consisting of 14 flat surfaces.

Mingdao Palace

Mingdao Palace
　　  Mingdao Palace, located in the eastern part of Luyi County, Henan Province, was first built during the Han Dynasty and flourished in the Tianbao era of the Tang Dynasty. It is situated 10 li from the birthplace of Laozi. In his later years, Laozi once lectured here, and local folklore says he ascended to immortality on a green ox from this very spot. The Laojun Terrace within Mingdao Palace is a nationally protected cultural relic, initially constructed in the second year of the Tang Dynasty’s Tianbao era. The terrace stands 13 meters high and is an ancient high-platform structure built with large traditional bricks, consisting of 14 flat surfaces.

　　  Climbing the 33-step staircase leads to the mountain gate atop Laojun Terrace, which opens to the main hall—a Qing Dynasty-style hard-roof building with one side chamber on each the east and west sides. Thirteen lush, green cypress trees stand on the terrace, where cool breezes blow year-round amid the chirping of birds. Below the terrace, shimmering waters blend with misty vapors, and the lake winds gently, creating a pleasant landscape. About a li to the south along the central axis from the mountain gate are attractions such as the Enjoyment Hall, Xuanyuan Hall, Yingxi Hall, Guanfu Pavilion, Chongdao Pavilion, Tengyun Pavilion, Wenchang Pavilion, Bagua Terrace, the Archway of the Gate to All Wonders, the Yu Long Dike, and the Hongdao Garden. Due to Laozi's lofty moral standing, visitors have come in an endless stream throughout history—from Emperor Gaozu of Tang, Li Yuan; Emperor Gaozong of Tang, Li Zhi; Emperor Xuanzong of Tang, Li Longji; Emperor Zhenzong of Song, Zhao Heng; Emperor Huizong of Song, Zhao Ji; to literary giants like Su Dongpo and Ouyang Xiu. They came either to worship, pay homage to their ancestors, or to sightsee, leaving behind numerous timeless poems and writings.

　　  Address: Northeast corner of Luyi County, Zhoukou City

　　  Type: Taoist Temple

　　  Recommended visiting time: About 1 hour

　　  Opening hours:

　　  7:30–17:30

　　  Ticket information:

　　  Gate price: 40.0 RMB

　　

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