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Zhouzu Mausoleum

周祖陵景区

Gansu, Qingyang·37.4358°N, 101.5382°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60, students CNY 30

Duration

2-3 hours

About Zhouzu Mausoleum

A memorial complex on Zhouzu Mountain in Qingcheng County, Qingyang, Gansu, honoring Bu Zhu, the legendary ancestor of the Zhou dynasty. Stone carvings, temples and a cultural park crown the hill with views over the town.

Highlights

• Tomb and memorial complex of Bu Zhu, legendary Zhou-dynasty ancestor, on Zhouzu Mountain. • Zhou agricultural-culture park and stone carvings. • Panoramic views over Qingcheng.

Suggested Route

Climb from the mountain gate to the mausoleum and Zhou-culture museum; allow 1-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Stay in Qingcheng County; sample local Qingyang snacks.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms and stepped paths (moderate climb).

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.

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

No metro nearby; in Qingcheng County, Qingyang; nearest HSR: Qingyang Railway Station (Yinxi HSR), ~? ; nearest airport: Qingyang Airport (IQN), ~40 km.

Reservation

Reservation policy unclear; advise booking ahead via official platform.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3), students CNY 30 (≈ $4.2)

Address

Gansu Province Qingyang City Qingcheng County Qingcheng Town Yaowangdong Village

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

周祖陵景区

甘肃省庆阳市庆城县庆城镇药王洞村周祖陵国家森林公园

Gansu Province Qingyang City Qingcheng County Qingcheng Town Yaowangdong Village

37.4358, 101.5382

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