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The Jingshan Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor is located on the Huangdi Casting Cauldron Plateau in Yangping Town, 20 kilometers west of Lingbao City, Henan Province. This is the site where Emperor Xuanyuan cast the cauldron and ascended to heaven, as recorded in the "Records of the Grand Historian: Fengshan Book," the "Book of Han: Suburban Sacrifices," and the "Water Classic Notes." Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty built the Dinghu Palace here to commemorate the Yellow Emperor. In the 17th year of the Zhenyuan reign of Emperor Dezong of the Tang Dynasty, the "Inscription and Preface on the Founding of the Cauldron by Emperor Xuanyuan" was erected here. This stele is the earliest discovered in China dedicated to recording the deeds of Emperor Xuanyuan.
There are a large number of Yangshao culture sites at the site of the Yellow Emperor's Mausoleum in Jingshan. The Zhudingyuan settlement site includes more than 50 cultural sites from the Yangshao period, such as Beiyangping, Xipo, Dongchang, and Xuanyuantai, with a total area of 4.36 square kilometers. It is the fifth batch of key cultural relics protection units announced by the State Council, and has been included in the special protection project of 100 key large sites in the country during the "Eleventh Five-Year Plan" period by the State Administration of Cultural Heritage and the National Development and Reform Commission, and has been listed as the first of the six major sites in the Chinese Civilization Origins Project.
temperate continental monsoon climate;
Suitable for all seasons
It is recommended to visit for 1 to 2 hours
70 yuan/person
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The Jingshan Yellow Emperor's Mausoleum commemorates the Yellow Emperor, a legendary founder of Chinese civilization. It is a cultural and historical site of national significance, symbolizing ancient Chinese heritage and mythology.
Located in Sanmenxia, Henan Province. Visitors can reach the mausoleum by taxi or local bus from the city center. Walking is required to explore the mausoleum grounds.
Open daily, typically from morning to late afternoon. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for visiting and sightseeing.
Tickets are usually available at the entrance. Some travel websites may offer online booking.
Booking in advance is recommended during holidays or special cultural events, but generally not required on regular days.
1–2 hours are sufficient to visit the mausoleum, walk the surrounding park, and take photos.
Guided tours in Chinese are available; English or other language guides may require prior arrangement.
Enter through the main gate → visit the mausoleum → explore surrounding temples and ceremonial areas → walk scenic paths around Jingshan → exit at the park's main exit.
Night visits are not generally permitted. Special ceremonies or guided tours may be offered during cultural festivals.
Weekdays are less crowded. Holidays, especially national cultural or heritage days, attract more visitors.
Public toilets, rest areas, and small souvenir or snack shops are available near the entrance and along main pathways.
Main paths are accessible, but some areas with steps or uneven terrain may be difficult for elderly or disabled visitors. Children should be supervised.
Cash, cards, and mobile payments are generally accepted at ticket offices and nearby shops.
Small cafes and local restaurants are available near the entrance and in Sanmenxia city, offering local cuisine.
Vegetarian options are commonly available; halal options may be limited.
Sanmenxia city offers a range of hotels and guesthouses within short driving distance from the mausoleum.
Souvenir shops near the entrance sell small handicrafts, cultural keepsakes, and items representing the Yellow Emperor.
Taxis, ride-hailing services, or local buses can transport visitors to other attractions in Sanmenxia or nearby cities.
