Jingchuan Queen Mother of the West (Xi Wangmu) Culture Tourism Area

泾川县西王母文化景区

Gansu, Pingliang·36.2350°N, 103.8894°E

Ticket Price

CNY 50, students CNY 25

Duration

2 hours

About Jingchuan Queen Mother of the West (Xi Wangmu) Culture Tourism Area

A cultural park in Jingchuan County, Gansu, devoted to the Queen Mother of the West, a key figure in Chinese mythology and Taoism. Temples, grottoes and a sacred spring bring the legendary stories to life.

Highlights

• Mythology-themed park on the Queen Mother of the West legend. • Temple, grottoes, and a sacred spring. • Blend of myth and Taoist culture.

Suggested Route

Gate, queen-mother hall, grotto spring, then the garden; allow 1.5-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Local eateries; Jingchuan county hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, and walking paths.

Travel Tips

Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: May-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.

Location

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Opening Hours

09:00-17:00 (closed Mondays, except holidays)

Getting There

Jingchuan County, Pingliang (Wangmu Palace, ~3 km from county seat). Nearest rail: Pingliang Station (~50 km); nearest airport: Qingyang (~80 km). Best by car.

Reservation

Reservation policy unclear; advise booking ahead via official platform.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

泾川县西王母文化景区

36.2350, 103.8894

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