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Designated 2011

Ming Tombs

明十三陵景区

Beijing, Beijing★ 4.5Designated 2011·40.2530°N, 116.2354°E

Ticket Price

Dingling CNY 60 (Peak) /CNY 40 (Off-peak); Changling CNY 45; Zhaoling CNY 30; Sacred Way CNY 30 (Peak) /CNY 20 (Off-peak)

Duration

3 to 5 hours

Rating

4.5 / 5.0

Designated

2011

About Ming Tombs

The Ming Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are the burial grounds of 13 Ming dynasty emperors. Set in a valley chosen for its auspicious feng shui at the foot of Tianshou Mountain, the site features the Sacred Way lined with stone guardian statues and the excavated Dingling Tomb, offering visitors a glimpse into imperial burial traditions.

Highlights

The burial complex of 13 Ming emperors; highlights include the Sacred Way with stone statues, the Changling Tomb (largest), and the Dingling Tomb with its underground palace.

Suggested Route

Start at the Sacred Way, then visit Changling and Dingling tombs; allow 3-4 hours. A shuttle bus connects the scattered sites.

Food & Lodging

Try local farm meals in Changping; visitors typically stay in Beijing and day-trip.

Facilities

Restrooms, shuttle buses between tombs, parking, and paved walkways; some tomb chambers have steps. Signage bilingual.

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮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

Peak season (Apr 1-Oct 31): 8:30-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-16:30.

Getting There

Metro Changping Line to Shisanling Jingqu Station; ~50 km NW of Beijing; ~60 km from Capital Int'l Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation via official WeChat 'Ming Tombs' recommended; on-site tickets available.

Ticket Price

Dingling CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) (Peak) /CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (Off-peak); Changling CNY 45 (≈ $6.3); Zhaoling CNY 30 (≈ $4.2); Sacred Way CNY 30 (≈ $4.2) (Peak) /CNY 20 (≈ $2.8) (Off-peak)

Address

Beijing City Changping District Shisanling Town Changchi Road

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

明十三陵景区

北京市昌平区十三陵镇昌赤路

Beijing City Changping District Shisanling Town Changchi Road

40.2530, 116.2354

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