Yang Gensi Martyrs' Cemetery

　　 Yang Gensi Martyrs' Cemetery is situated at No. 49 Xuantai Road, Genxi Township. It was established in 1951 by the Genxi Township People's Government through voluntary fundraising to commemorate and pay tribute to Yang Gensi, a Special Grade Hero and recipient of the “Gold Star Medal” and “First Class Order of the National Flag” from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Originally named the Yang Gensi Shrine, it underwent multiple renovations and expansions with the approval of the provincial government. On June 15, 1987, it was designated as a Provincial Key Martyrs’ Memorial Building Protection Unit and named a Provincial and Municipal Moral Education Base, as well as a base for Patriotic and National Defense Education.

　　 The cemetery covers an area of 39,102 square meters, including 4,100 square meters of building space. It was designed by renowned architects Professor Yang Yanzao and Professor Qi Kang. The structures feature a classical hip-and-gable roof design and are arranged in a terraced, ascending layout. The cemetery gate is crafted from fine imitation stone in the style of Han Dynasty que towers, measuring 11.7 meters in width and 5.4 meters in height. The gate pillars are engraved with the image of the Gold Star Medal and the date “1950.11.29,” marking the day the martyr sacrificed his life in Korea. Within the grounds, a solemn imitation-stone horizontal stele bears the powerful calligraphy of Chen Yi, reading “Yang Gensi Martyrs’ Monument.” On the back, an inscribed tablet details the life and deeds of the martyr. A massive statue of the martyr vividly recreates the heroic scene of his final moments—left fist clenched, right arm embracing a explosive pack, charging toward the enemy, leaving a profound impact. The exhibition hall features a plaque personally inscribed by Zhang Aiping, reading “Yang Gensi Martyrs’ Memorial Hall,” which introduces Yang Gensi’s life journey and showcases his personal belongings and precious images through integrated audiovisual displays. A central stele pavilion houses an inscription by Peng Dehuai carved in stone: “The outstanding son of the Chinese people, the great soldier of internationalism, the exemplary commander of the Volunteer Army—Martyr Yang Gensi, eternal glory.” At the rear of the cemetery, the memorial hall with its traditional Xieshan-style gable-and-hip roof and the circular burial mound are particularly majestic. The cemetery is surrounded by water on all sides, with tall, upright pines, lush cypresses, and flower-filled lawns exuding fragrance. The environment is elegant, serene, solemn, and dignified.