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Pingyao Gucheng Town, China

From series “The most interesting UNESCO sites in China”
Year: 9 century B.C..

The ancient city of Pingyao is the only medieval city in China that has managed to completely preserve its original architectural appearance. Its area is 2, 25 square kilometers. About 45,000 people live permanently in this city. The main source of income for local residents remains the tourism industry. A huge number of tourists come to this city. They can admire the most beautiful architectural structures here. Their age is more than 500 years.

Pingyao Gucheng Town, China Very nice restaurants, antique shops, and souvenir shops are located in many historical buildings today. This miniature city was founded in the 9th century BC. Initially, it was a major defensive point. The city expanded significantly only in the 14th century. New houses and defensive structures were built on the territory. The entire territory of the city is considered a museum today. It is surrounded by an ancient mud wall. Its length is 6,000 meters.

There are only 4 main streets in the city. The tallest building is located in the city center. This is the Market tower. The market worked next to it in the middle ages. The last major reconstruction of the tower took place in the 17th century. There are about 4,000 houses in the city. Every tenth of them has remained unchanged since the early middle ages. The administrative buildings are the most luxurious. Elaborate calligraphic inscriptions and other unusual decoration elements adorn them. Taoist temple is also preserved in the city. It was built in the middle of the 7th century. Next - Tiantan Temple


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Pingyao Gucheng Town - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Shanxi Shengnongcun Credit Cooperatives Pingyao Credit Cooperative 24-hour Self-service Bank' located in 0.26 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Fenyang Wanshun Car Rental Co., Ltd.' is located in 24 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Zhongdu Filling Station' in 0.39 km
Supermarket: 'Wanjiali Supermarket' in 0.15 km
Parking: 'Pingyao Ancient City Parking Lot' in 0.18 km
Apotheek: 'Jintao Drug Store' in 0.27 km
Police station: 'Pingyao Public Security Bureau Sunny Studio' in 0.52 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Dulaimisu Restaurant' in 0.15 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Taiyuan Airport TYN - in 71 km
 »  Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport CGO - in 303 km

Best hotels near Pingyao Gucheng Town

Tianyuankui Hotel

Located in 0 km from Pingyao Gucheng Town
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Rooms: 35
Tianyuanhui is a 20-minute walk from Pingyao Railway Station and a 1.5-hour drive from Taiyuan Wusu Airport. Featuring dark wood furnishings and … More: photo, rates and booking
Zhong Shu Yuan

Located in 1 km from Pingyao Gucheng Town
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Rooms: 39
Zhong Shu Yuan is a 5-minute walk from Confucius Temple and a 15-minute drive from Pingyao Railway Station. All air-conditioned rooms come with a … More: photo, rates and booking
Jin Ci Hotel

Located in 60 km from Pingyao Gucheng Town
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Rooms: 348
Jin Ci Hotel is a 40-minute drive from Taiyun Wusu International Airport and a 1-hour drive from Qiao's Grand Courtyard. The property boasts numerous … More: photo, rates and booking
Chateau Star River Taiyuan

Located in 69 km from Pingyao Gucheng Town
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Rooms: 352
Taiyuan Chateau Star Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Taiyun Wusu Airport and 13 km from Wuyi Square. Taiyuan Railway Station is 15 km away. Stylish … More: photo, rates and booking

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