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Qianling Mausoleum
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Qianling Mausoleum

咸阳市乾陵景区

Shaanxi, Xianyang4.5Designated 2024·34.6165°N, 108.8778°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 82/Off-peak CNY 62
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Qianling Mausoleum

On Mount Liangshan near Xianyang, Qianling is China's only joint imperial tomb, holding Tang Emperor Gaozong and Empress Wu Zetian, and is famed for its sculpted spirit way, stone statues, and the enigmatic Wordless Stele.

Highlights

Tomb of Tang Emperor Gaozong and Empress Wu Zetian, the only joint imperial tomb in China; the Wordless Stele and Seven-Companion Steles; nearby tombs of Princess Yongtai and Crown Prince Zhanghuai.

Suggested Route

Enter at the main tomb to the Wordless Stele and Qianling museum, then the nearby Yongtai and Zhanghuai tombs; allow 3-4 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Xianyang and Guanzhong snacks; stay in Qianxian or Xianyang city.

Facilities

Shuttle bus
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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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

Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

In Qianxian County, Xianyang; ~80 km northwest of Xi'an by road; nearest HSR Xi'an North (~70 km); nearest airport Xi'an Xianyang (~75 km).

Reservation

Advance online reservation recommended via official platform; real-name entry.

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 82 (≈ $11)/Off-peak CNY 62 (≈ $8.6)

Address

Shaanxi Province Xianyang City Qian County Qianling

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
咸阳市乾陵景区

陕西省咸阳市乾县乾陵

Shaanxi Province Xianyang City Qian County Qianling

34.6165, 108.8778

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