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The Ye Family Manor is located in the ancient town of Dengcheng, named after the Three Kingdoms period general Deng Ai, who stationed his troops there. Construction began in the first year of the Jiaqing reign of the Qing Dynasty and was completed in the seventh year of the Tongzhi reign, a total construction period of 73 years and cost over 1.7 million taels of silver.Each courtyard is designed according to its function, with different heights and styles, and alternating between ornate and simple. The building materials are excellent, and the brick and wood carvings are unique.
It shares the same Meridian Gate and layout as the Forbidden City, as well as the remarkable Five Gates and exquisite emblem carvings, earning it the nickname "The Folk Forbidden City." It is a treasure trove of Qing Dynasty residential architectural decorative art in the heart of the Central Plains, and one of the most complete and largest Qing Dynasty folk manors in my country.
The main structure of the Ye Family Manor consists of one house and three courtyards, with a total of more than 400 rooms , all of which are gray brick and tile hard-roofed buildings. The entire manor is magnificent and spectacular, with a sense of " a building every five steps and a pavilion every ten steps . "
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Ye’s Manor, located in Zhoukou, Henan, was built during the late Qing Dynasty. It served as the residence of the Ye family, a wealthy and influential clan in the region. The manor is known for its well-preserved traditional architecture, combining residential, defensive, and aesthetic elements, reflecting the social and cultural life of wealthy families in that era.
Ye’s Manor is situated in Taihao Town, Shenqiu County, Zhoukou, Henan Province. Visitors can take a bus or taxi from central Zhoukou. The nearest major transport hub is Zhoukou Railway Station, from where local buses and taxis are available.
Generally open from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The best time to visit is in spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when the weather is mild and ideal for walking tours.
Tickets are usually around ¥30–¥50 and can be purchased at the entrance. Some local tourism apps or WeChat mini-programs may offer online booking.
Advance booking is not required for regular visits. Booking a day ahead is recommended during national holidays or weekends.
Approximately 1–2 hours is sufficient to explore the main halls and courtyards.
Chinese-speaking guides are often available; English explanations may be limited, so bringing a translation app is useful.
Start from the main gate → central courtyard → Ye Family Hall → exhibition rooms → defensive walls → exit through the side courtyard.
No night tours or light shows are available; the manor closes before dusk.
Usually quiet on weekdays; weekends and public holidays may have moderate crowds.
Basic facilities like restrooms and small shops are available near the entrance. Food stalls can be found outside the site.
The site has uneven stone pavements and steps; elderly visitors should proceed with caution. It is partially accessible for disabled visitors.
Mobile payments such as WeChat Pay and Alipay are widely accepted; cash is also usable.
Vegetarian options are available in local eateries. Halal food can be found in Zhoukou city center.
Small stalls near the entrance sell local crafts, calligraphy, and Ye family-themed memorabilia.
Visitors can take a taxi or bus back to Zhoukou for onward travel by train or long-distance bus to nearby cities such as Kaifeng or Xuchang.
