Gaoping Dongfeng Wanshou Palace, Shanxi

Dongfeng Wanshou Palace, also known as Shenggu Temple, was originally built in the 21st year of the Zhiyuan era of the Yuan Dynasty (1284) and was renovated during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Facing south and covering an area of 1,285 square meters, Dongfeng Wanshou Palace consists of two courtyards. Along the central axis are the mountain gate, the Three Teachings Hall, the inverted opera stage, the Jade Pavilion Stone Pavilion, and the Shenggu Hall. A plaque with the inscription "Wanshou Palace" is placed above the mountain gate. The palace preserves many steles and murals, providing important resources and materials for the study of local folk customs and beliefs in the early period of the Yuan Dynasty. It is a nationally protected key cultural relic.

Post by VictoriaMcDermott99 | Oct 25, 2025