Eighth Route Army Headquarters Wangjiayu Former Site

八路军总部王家峪旧址景区

Shanxi, Changzhi·37.7879°N, 112.6095°E

Ticket Price

CNY 50, students CNY 25

Duration

2-3 hours

About Eighth Route Army Headquarters Wangjiayu Former Site

Visit the preserved former headquarters of the Eighth Route Army in Wangjiayu, Wuxiang County, where Zhu De and other commanders worked from 1939 to 1940. Cave dwellings and command courtyards now house a memorial hall recounting the war years.

Highlights

• Visit the former Eighth Route Army headquarters where Zhu De and others worked (1939-1940). • See cave dwellings, the command yard and a memorial hall. • Key Red Tourism site in the Taihang Mountains.

Suggested Route

Enter the site → cave-dwelling yard → exhibition hall → monument; allow 1.5-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Eat at local eateries in Wuxiang; lodging in Changzhi city or Wuxiang county.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, an information desk, and guided tours (Chinese).

Travel Tips

Check for special exhibitions or cultural performances. Some areas may require additional tickets.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (May) and Autumn (September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.