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The Chunqiulou Cultural Relics Scenic Area, located in the heart of Xuchang, has historically been known as Guan Gong's Residence, Wu'an Wang Temple, Guanwang Temple, the "Two Courts Yingfeng" Temple, Guan Fuzi Temple, and Guandi Temple. It is a complex of ancient buildings in the style of the Ming and Qing dynasties and is a key cultural relic protection site in Henan Province.
In the fifth year of Jian'an in the Eastern Han Dynasty (200 AD), Cao Cao launched an eastern expedition and captured Guan Yu and Liu Bei's wives, Gan and Mi, at the Battle of Xiapi. To protect his wives, Guan Yu temporarily surrendered to Cao Cao after the "Three Treaties at Tushan" and traveled to Xuchang. Cao Cao, a man who valued his talents and loved his generals, appointed Guan Yu a lieutenant general and granted him a mansion for him and his two wives to live in. To avoid suspicion, he divided the house into two courtyards, assigning the two wives to the inner courtyard and himself to the outer courtyard. In the courtyard, there was a building where Guan Yu would read the Spring and Autumn Annals by candlelight, earning the name "Spring and Autumn Tower."
The existing Chunqiu Tower ancient architectural complex was first constructed during the Yuan Dynasty (1114-1180), undergoing numerous renovations throughout the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. It forms a basic "one house, two courtyards" layout. The outer courtyard's central axis features the mountain gate, Chunqiu Tower, and Guansheng Temple, each with a distinctive single-, double-, and triple-layered eaves. The inner courtyard boasts a staggered arrangement of pavilions, terraces, towers, and pavilions. Adjacent to the Temple of Confucius to the west, the co-enshrinement of the two sages, Wen and Wu, is a rare sight nationwide. The Guansheng Temple, the scenic area's main structure, stands at 33 meters, and the 15-meter-tall statue of Guan Gong within is particularly rare.
Temperate monsoon climate; Chunqiu Tower Scenic Area is increasingly becoming a tourist destination for tourists from home and abroad to visit and worship Guan Gong, and it is suitable for travel in all seasons.
Chunqiu Tower and Guansheng Temple;
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Summer: 08:00-18:30
Winter: 08:00-17:30
Chunqiu Tower Cultural Relics Scenic Area is a key heritage site in Xuchang, Henan, linked to the Spring and Autumn Period (770–476 BC). It preserves ancient ruins and cultural relics reflecting early Chinese civilization and feudal history.
Located in Xuchang City, Henan Province, it can be reached by taxi or local buses from the city center. Xuchang Railway Station is about 15–20 minutes away by car.
Open daily from around 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The best time to visit is spring and autumn when the weather is pleasant.
Tickets are moderately priced and can be purchased at the gate or through Chinese travel platforms such as Ctrip or Meituan.
Advance booking is not required except during national holidays or weekends.
Allow about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the site comfortably.
Chinese-language guided tours are available; English guides may be limited.
The tower base, ancient walls, and surrounding gardens provide great photography angles.
Start from the main gate → visit the tower → explore the relics hall → walk through the garden → finish at the souvenir area.
Usually closed after sunset; night tours are rare.
Weekends and holidays are busier. Weekday mornings are the best time for fewer crowds.
Basic amenities include restrooms, benches, snack kiosks, and small souvenir shops.
Yes, most paths are accessible, though the tower itself may have stairs unsuitable for wheelchairs.
Mobile payments (Alipay, WeChat Pay) are widely accepted; cash is also fine.
Several local restaurants near the entrance offer Henan-style noodles and dumplings.
Vegetarian dishes like noodles and stir-fried vegetables are available; halal options are limited.
Yes, local shops sell cultural handicrafts, tower replicas, and calligraphy souvenirs.
Take a taxi or bus back to Xuchang city center or railway station for further travel to Zhengzhou or Luoyang.
