Pingyao Ancient City is one of the most intact ancient cities in China with a history of more than 1,500 years. It is also known as the 'Turtle City' suggesting longevity and never declining. The 6 kilometers long brick City Wall has wall towers and turrets positioned along its length which would be effective in wartime and have a decorative function on the framework of the wall. The ancient city is made up of four major streets, eight lesser streets and seventy-two lanes. The South Street, also called the Ancient Ming and Qing Street, is the busiest commercial center of Pingyao. Along the street stand stores of Ming and Qing architectural styles.

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Top attractions in Pingyao Ancient City

Ming-Qing Ancient Street	Ancient Government Office	Pingyao Confucios Temple
Rishengchang Bank	Xietongqing Ancient Bank	Pingyao City God Temple
Shuanglin Temple	Zhenguo Temple	Pingyao Ancient City Wall

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Travel Tips
Add: Pingyao county, Jingzhong City,Shanxi Province
Entrance Fees: CNY 125 ( This is the ticket fare of Pingyao Ancient City combo ticket, including a visit to almost all scenic sites in the ancient city). 
Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30

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