#Pingyuan Ancient Town Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
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Pingyuan Ancient Town
visiting ancient towns and villages ancient town cultural notes and cultural attractions Ancient Town travel Pingyuan Ancient Town is located in Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province, named after the ancient name of Zhijin, Pingyuan. Inside Pingyuan Ancient Town, there is a rare old Paleolithic cultural site in the Dayan Cave, which is contemporary with the Hemudu cultural site and the Banpo cultural site in China. In June 1985, the first issue of the Guizhou Provincial Museum Journal on page 7 published an article titled 'A Brief Record of Paleolithic Sites in Guizhou', in which 'Zhijin Dayan Cave' was mentioned: Located 1 kilometer away from the suburbs of Zhijin City, at the Jinzhongbu area, it fully demonstrates the ancient and long-standing civilization history here. Before the Xia Dynasty in China, the Dongshan area where Pingyuan Ancient Town is located was inhabited by the oldest indigenous ethnic group in Guizhou—the Gelao people, whose leader was named Barui, also known as Bari, historically known as King Barui or the Barbarian King. The state he founded was based in Dongshan of Zhijin, writing a legendary and glorious era. Zhijin has a long history, belonging to Ba Prefecture during the Qin Dynasty, Zangke Prefecture during the Han Dynasty, and was ruled by the Yi people after the Jin Dynasty. It was known as Hui Zhou during the Tang Dynasty, Pina during the Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties, Pingyuan Zhou during the Qing Dynasty, and was renamed Zhijin in 1914 during the Republic of China. In 2011, Zhijin County was under Bijie City. In the Pingyuan Ancient Town area, there are scattered historical attractions such as Shuangtan Mirroring, Dongsi Evening Bell, Yushan, Santan Rolling Moon, Longxing Temple, Chuantong Flowing Clouds, Lüzu Xianzong, San Shi Lianbiao, Jinzhong Pudi, Shenlong Zheyin, Hailuo Chaotian, Yuping Exhibition Color, Shatao Old Street, and the ancient post road.
⏳Tour Time:
Ticket purchase for visiting, the price starts from 100 yuan. The tour time is 2 to 3 hours.
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Ding Gongci in Pingyuan
The Ding Gongci (Ding Baozhen Exhibition Hall) is located in the central part of Pingyuan Ancient Town. It mainly consists of the main hall, side halls, inner courtyard, and a square, featuring blue bricks and black tiles, red lacquered carved railings, and exuding a strong traditional cultural atmosphere. It comprehensively displays the advanced deeds of Ding Baozhen, a model official of his generation, who was loyal and patriotic, diligent in serving the people, upright and incorruptible, steadfast, pragmatic, reformative, just and righteous, eschewing evil and promoting good, self-cultivating, and maintaining excellent family traditions. The main hall exhibits Ding Baozhen's major achievements, the left side hall displays his growth experiences, and the right side hall shows his family letters and family virtues. The square features a statue of Ding Baozhen, as well as the deeds of historical figures such as civil and military Jinshi from the history of Weaving Gold. Ding Baozhen was upright and unyielding as a person, and clean and honest as an official, successively holding positions such as the prefect of Yuezhou (now Yueyang City) in Hunan, the prefect of Changsha, the inspector of Shandong, the governor of Shandong, the governor of Shandong, and the viceroy of Sichuan. During his political career, he served the country and the people with utmost loyalty. After his death, Ding Baozhen was posthumously awarded the title of Taizi Taibao, the posthumous title of Wencheng, enshrined in the Xianliang Temple, and dedicated temples were established in the provincial cities of Shandong, Pingyuanzhou (now Zhijin County) in Guizhou, and Sichuan. The Ding Gongci located in Pingyuan Ancient Town of Zhijin County was recently rebuilt based on the old temple. The origin of Kung Pao Chicken is related to the sauce-blasted chicken in Shandong cuisine and the spicy chicken in Guizhou cuisine, which was later improved and promoted by Ding Baozhen, the governor of Shandong and viceroy of Sichuan during the Qing Dynasty, forming the Kung Pao Chicken that spread widely, and this dish was also included in Beijing imperial cuisine.
⏳Visiting Time:
Purchase tickets to visit, with ticket prices for Pingyuan Ancient Town starting from 100 yuan, and the visiting time is 2 to 3 hours.
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Pingyuan Ancient Town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes
Pingyuan Ancient Town Cultural Notes Most Time-Traveling Ancient Town Splendor at Every Step and Cultural Attractions Pingyuan Ancient Town is located in the central-western part of Guizhou Province, in the southern part of Bijie City, and in the eastern part of Zhijin County. Locally, it is bordered by the Wuzhi Mountain peaks to the east, the Chiwang Expressway to the south, the Shuangtan lakes reflecting each other to the west, and the Yushan Mountain to the north. The ancient town is adjacent to Guiyang in the east, connected to Chengdu in the west, reaches Kunming and Nanning in the south, and heads up to Chongqing in the north, making it an important node on the travel route connecting Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Chongqing, and Guangxi. Legend has it that thousands of years ago, in the Dongshan area where Pingyuan Ancient Town is located, lived the oldest indigenous ethnic group in Guizhou—the Gelao people. Their leader was named Barui, also known as Bari, historically referred to as King Barui or the Barbarian King. The state he founded had its capital at Dongshan in Zhijin, which is the only historical record about the earliest indigenous ethnic group in Guizhou. Zhijin County is located in the central part of Guizhou Province, at the confluence of the Liuchong River and the Sancha River, tributaries of the Wujiang River, in a triangular area. The terrain is generally high in the southwest and low in the northeast. Zhijin County has a subtropical monsoon climate, rich natural landscapes, and diverse biodiversity. Its geomorphological features include towering mountains, layered ridges, and typical karst topography such as caves, sinkholes, and underground rivers. The complex world, the joys and sorrows of life, the sweet and bitter experiences, and the separations and reunions all originate from here, yet they are unnoticed; the Jueyuan, a place for curbing desires, nurturing the mind, and purifying the heart, can only be reached by letting go and liberating oneself. Without attachments, without fear, one can stay away from delusion and reach a state of equality, compassion, purity, and transcendence, being at ease, steadfast, and calm, with a sense of direction in the heart, unlocking true wisdom and great wisdom, which is called enlightenment.
⏳Visiting Time:
Purchase a ticket to visit, with prices starting from 100 yuan. The visiting time is 2 to 3 hours.
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Heishen Temple in Zhijin
In Pingyuan Ancient Town, Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province, as a part of the ancient city of Zhijin, seamlessly connects with the ancient city of Zhijin. Relying on the cultural history of 'Baozhen's hometown, Cave Heaven Zhijin', and with the cultural positioning of 'Lotus Leaf Lotus City, Misty Rain Ancient Town', it seeks inspiration in local architectural features, ethnic customs, and the beauty of mountains and waters. In Pingyuan Ancient Town, a solitary peak rises from the ground, with cliffs on three sides, and only the southeast side has a stone path leading to the top of the mountain. The solitary peak is exquisite, shaded by ancient trees, and there is a cave penetrating north to south under the white cliff on the southwest side of the mountain, which from a distance looks like the wooden fish struck by monks, known as Fish Mountain. On the mountain, there are Heishen Temple, Jizhen Pavilion, Library Tower, Qiezhuting Pavilion, and various sizes of cliff carvings. Heishen Temple and its opposite hall are national key cultural relics protection units. Heishen Temple is a temple in Guizhou dedicated to the worship of the Black God Meng Huo. It is said that the Black God is a deity established by the local people in Guizhou to worship the barbarian king Meng Huo. In many places in Guizhou Province, there are Heishen Temples, and many places are named after Heishen Temple. According to legend, the Black God controls the wind, and the 13th day of the fifth lunar month is the Black God Festival. If it is windy on that day, people say it is because it is the Black God Festival, and the wind is normal. In some temples, the Black God holds a spherical object in his hand, which is said to be the tool for managing the wind.
⏳Visiting Time:
Purchase tickets for the visit, with prices starting from 100 yuan. The visiting time is 2 to 3 hours.
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Pingyuan Ancient Town
🌟 Highlights:
The design combination of landscape, architecture, and horticulture is all top-notch.
Zhijin, formerly known as Pingyuan, hence the name Pingyuan Ancient Town. Ding Baozhen, a famous official of the Qing Dynasty, was from Pingyuan, and there is a memorial hall for him in the ancient town.
❤ Recommended Reasons:
Bijie Pingyuan Ancient Town; inside the ancient town, there is pure recreation with no commercial stores or shops
Location: Zhijin Pingyuan Ancient Town
Ticket: Free
Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Qianxi Station or Anshun West Station, then take a taxi directly
Opening Hours: 10 am to 11 pm
Recommended Attractions
Ancient Bridge: Stand on the bridge and enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river while feeling the pleasant breeze.
Temples: Experience the solemnity and mystery of religious culture
Garden: This place is full of blooming flowers and is a great spot for photography
❤ Recommended Reasons:
There are many characteristic inns and homestays in the ancient town, you can choose
If your budget allows, you can stay at the Zhijin Hotel near the river
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Zhijin Cave
In Pingyuan Ancient Town, you can slow down and enjoy the tranquility
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With every step, a picturesque scene unfolds, as if wandering within a painting
Mountains and rivers in ink and color depict the scenery of Qian, while the ancient town of Pingyuan in Zhijin is a tapestry of history.
At night, the town is tranquil and resplendent, while during the day, the landscape is as picturesque as a painting. There is no severe cold in winter, nor extreme heat in summer. Surrounded by mountains and accompanied by the gentle flow of streams, one finds peace and tranquility here, reluctant to leave this paradise-like scene. This is Pingyuan Ancient Town, located in Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province, named after the ancient name of Zhijin, 'Pingyuan'.
As we arrived in Zhijin when it was already dark, we wished the driver could speed to the ancient town. Yet, whenever pedestrians wanted to cross the road, the driver would stop in advance. To be precise, all drivers would do the same, uniformly, which made us curiously ask if not yielding to pedestrians would result in a penalty. The driver answered simply: 'When someone is crossing, we should yield. Everyone who drives here does the same. I don't know about other places, but that's how we do it in Guizhou.' This further enhanced our good impression of Zhijin and Guizhou, and added a sense of security to our night stroll in Zhijin.
Between conversations, the windows began to reveal the bright and antique lights, and the grand, magical version of the ancient town gradually came into view. The city gate is majestic and awe-inspiring. After getting off the bus, the air feels fresh, and the temperature is comfortable. Strolling through Pingyuan Ancient Town at the end of September, one feels relaxed, with the scent of flowers pleasing to the senses; under the light, the natural wonders of the mountains appear even more imposing. The ancient architecture, reflected in the water, complements each other beautifully. In this comfortable environment, we can see the residents of Zhijin leisurely walking, dancing in groups, or sitting together singing, displaying a leisurely and comfortable life. Looking at the ancient town surrounded by mountains, it feels like a fairyland, as if entering a beautiful dream at night, so comfortable that one does not want to wake up.
In Pingyuan Ancient Town, there is a landmark ultra-five-star hotel with an ancient style. Staying here, when you wake up in the morning and open the window, you feel refreshed, with a stunning garden view and morning mist over the water, like a fairyland. Walking through the ancient town during the day, it's like entering an ink painting with the style of a Jiangnan water town. Such an ancient town, built around real mountains and waters, is rare. The scale and grandeur exceed expectations. Each building is a scene in itself, yet all are integrated. Here, there are famous sights such as Santan Gungyue, which is listed in the 'Dictionary of Famous Places in China', and the Zhijin scenic spot Shuangtan Duijing, Shuisheng Bridge, and the bridge over the water. The ancient town, while restoring the historical appearance of the old Pingyuan State, also incorporates cultural and creative elements and modern architectural design concepts. The ancient buildings that disappeared into the mists of history, such as rain towers, mountain pavilions, carved corridors, lotus ponds, temples, and stone arch bridges, are scattered throughout the town, making it a resting place for the soul of Zhijin's landscape. Many intangible cultural heritages are also reflected here. Along the way, one can only lament that photos and words are pale and cannot fully display the beauty of the ancient town.
Pingyuan Ancient Town, a place worth visiting, a place you should visit at least once. Pingyuan Ancient Town
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Every morning we say goodbye, and every evening you bid farewell, as if we were parting for the south of the river
Although we can't visit Zhenyuan, the night view of Pingyuan Ancient Town in Zhijin is also not to be missed! Only a two-hour drive from Guiyang, this place not only has the charm of an ancient town but also boasts magical cave landscapes, as well as delicious cuisine waiting for you to taste, definitely worth a visit!
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Enjoy the slow life in Pingyuan Ancient Town, and savor the tranquility and beauty!
Pingyuan Ancient Town, this little-known small city in Guizhou, allows you to escape the hustle and bustle and feel the calm and peace of life. Not only does it have a rich cultural heritage, but it also offers unique cuisine, making it an excellent place to relax and clear your mind.
Firstly, the recommended spot is the God of Wealth Temple, a place with a profound historical background, known as 'China's Number One God of Wealth Temple.' Here, you can make wishes for blessings and feel the protection of the God of Wealth.
Passing through the quaint gate, you will arrive at Fengxi Academy. This is one of the historical and cultural landmarks of Pingyuan Ancient Town, where Professor Ding Baozhen once taught his students. Here, you can visit the Ding Baozhen Memorial Hall to learn about his history; you can also go to the newspaper reading room to read and experience the rich tea culture.
Stepping out of the academy and walking south, you will find the Zhijin Wenmiao (Confucian Temple). This is a place where you can appreciate the beauty of the integration of Huizhou and Southern Sichuan architecture.
Further south is Yong'an Gate. This is a very distinctive gate. Have you ever heard of going to a market, but have you heard of going to a music market? At night, you can experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage + fashion here.
In the center of the ancient town is the bustling Jiuduitou Market. This is the place to feel the atmosphere of human life; here you can taste Zhijin's most famous Xie's buckwheat cool noodles, as well as the soft and sweet glutinous rice balls.
As for the cuisine, Zhijin's Kung Pao chicken is full of flavor and is one of Pingyuan's specialties. The buckwheat cool noodles are smooth, sour, and spicy, making them a great summer refreshment. In addition, there is the unique local specialty of iron pot pancakes, which you can enjoy crispy and delicious. As for the glutinous rice balls, they are soft, chewy, and sweet, and are one of the must-try delicacies.
Although the ancient town is small, it has everything you need. Here, you can slow down and truly enjoy this quiet and beautiful place. Have a pleasant trip!
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Pingyuan Ancient Town in Guizhou~ with a guide
Pingyuan Ancient Town in Guizhou~ with a guide. Named after the ancient name 'Pingyuan' for Zhijin, it is part of the ancient city of Zhijin. Seamlessly connected to the ancient city of Zhijin, Pingyuan Ancient Town draws inspiration from the cultural history of 'the hometown of Baozhen and the cave heaven of Zhijin' and the cultural positioning of 'lotus leaf lotus city, misty rain ancient town'. It presents itself through the lens of historical recreation and a return to simplicity, finding inspiration in local architectural features, ethnic customs, and the beauty of mountains and waters.
Admission: Free
Recommended duration of visit: 3 hours, it is suggested to visit at night for the beautiful night view
Address: Pingyuan Ancient Town, Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province.
Attractions: Pingyuan Ancient Town is dotted with garden landscapes, pavilions over water, lake bridges, Zen temples, and ancestral halls, along with many ancient-style buildings. It is a photography paradise for Hanfu enthusiasts and also the Eastern Capital in the drama 'Dream of Splendor'; the night lights reflect off the green mountains, 'Winding paths lead to secluded spots to explore ancient charm, ancient buildings carry poetic and picturesque sentiments. The arches pierce the clouds with ancient rhymes, and the glazed tiles narrate the passing years. The ancient buildings soar into the clouds, witnessing the changes of time.'
Food: Specialties of Zhijin County include Qiao cool noodles with ingredients like moldy tofu and preserved eggs. The iron pot dish is also good, with its own potato base, and the rice ball tofu filling is delicious.
Photography: There are Hanfu rentals in the ancient town, the owners are nice and the prices are cheap, ranging from 45-199 yuan.
Accommodation: There are many hotels and homestays in Pingyuan Ancient Town, it's best to book a day in advance.
Surrounding tourism: Attractions such as Zhijin Cave and Zhijin Grand Canyon.
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Zijin Wenmiao
Wenmiao, also known as the Holy Temple or the Sacred Palace, was first built in the fifth year of Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty, which is the third year after the establishment of Pingyuan Prefecture. After several reconstructions and repairs, it was rebuilt during the Tongzhi years. Zijin Wenmiao consists of archways, Lingxing gates, Dacheng gates, Tianzi platforms, Dacheng halls, and Chongsheng temples. Pingyuan Prefecture Wenmiao is Zijin Wenmiao. For nearly 300 years after the temple was built, it was a cultural center for Zijin to worship Confucius and promote Confucianism. Unfortunately, it was destroyed during the Cultural Revolution and ended with the remaining ruins in the early 1990s. Today, a new Wenmiao has been built in Pingyuan Ancient Town. According to the introduction, although the reason for the new construction of Wenmiao is the destruction of Wenmiao, it has nothing to do with the original Wenmiao. It is one of the cultural buildings independently planned and designed by the construction party of Pingyuan Ancient Town. During the construction process, it was heard that the scattered components of the ancient Wenmiao were hidden in the mountain caves by people with intentions and were willing to donate to the construction of the current Wenmiao. The construction party decided to adhere to the principle of 'use as much as possible', and invited Wenmiao experts to study and formulate rectification and restoration plans. After several efforts, the pattern of 'integrating the old with the new, and blending the bloodlines' was finally presented. The Wenmiao was reborn, and the relocation and reconstruction of the Wenmiao was carried out according to the records of Zijin historical materials. Some of the stone materials used came from the old Wenmiao. When visiting Wenmiao in Pingyuan Ancient Town, the mixed use of old and new architectural structures is a major feature. The main building of the new Wenmiao has been completed, and the details are still being perfected.
⏳Tour time:
Free admission, tour time 10 minutes to 30 minutes.
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Night is far away, feel the beauty of Zhijin!
When it comes to the ancient towns of Guizhou, I think the first thing you think of must be Miao Village or the plain. In fact, there are many ancient towns in Guizhou with their own characteristics, and Pingyuan Ancient Town in Zhijin County is one of them.
What sets Pingyuan Ancient Town apart from many other ancient towns is that it has cleverly combined the scenery of the ancient town with the natural landscape. Behind the ancient town is the well-known karst topography. Because this ancient city is newly built, the buildings inside are relatively new.
If you want to tour the entire ancient town, it will take a lot of time, because the area here is really too large. I regret not checking in at the Zhijin Hotel because I didn't calculate the time well.
But I am also lucky. I came to the ancient town in the evening and saw the process of the ancient town from light to dark and then to light. When the sun just set in the evening, it was the most beautiful time of the ancient town. It is recommended that you choose to come at this time to take pictures of the beautiful blend of blue sky and the night view of the ancient town.
In addition, there are small hills in the ancient town that you can climb up. It takes only 5~10 minutes to climb up. Standing on it, you can have a good overlook of the entire ancient town. This kind of beauty is really hard to imagine.