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Youyiguan (Friendship Pass)
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Youyiguan (Friendship Pass)

崇左友谊关景区

Guangxi, Chongzuo·22.9824°N, 108.2492°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25
Duration
2 hours

About Youyiguan (Friendship Pass)

Youyiguan, or Friendship Pass, is an ancient gateway on the China-Vietnam border, long known as the southern gateway of China. Its gate tower and military museum tell the story of centuries of border history.

Highlights

• Historic border pass between China and Vietnam. • Ancient gate tower, the 'No.1 Pass in the South'. • A military museum.

Suggested Route

Enter the pass → gate tower → museum → border marker; allow 1.5-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Pingxiang snacks; border-town hotels are nearby.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, exhibits and shops.
Travel Tips

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

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (April-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.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

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

Getting There

Chongzuo Pingxiang City, ~18 km from Pingxiang; bus/taxi from Pingxiang.

Reservation

Tickets sold on-site; advance booking not required.

Ticket Price

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

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
崇左友谊关景区

22.9824, 108.2492

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