Zhengding Ancient City

A historic walled city with well-preserved architecture dating back over 1,400 years

Zhengding Ancient City

Key Information

Built

Early 6th century

Best Time to Visit

Spring and Autumn

Area

3.5 square kilometers

UNESCO Status

Tentative List

Zhengding Ancient City is a magnificent historical site located in Shijiazhuang, featuring ancient city walls, temples, and pagodas that showcase the rich cultural heritage of the region. The city was an important military stronghold during ancient times and contains numerous well-preserved structures from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties.

Things to Do

  • Walk along the ancient city walls
  • Visit the Longxing Temple
  • Explore the Kaiyuan Temple
  • See the four famous pagodas
  • Admire the traditional architecture
  • Learn about local history at the museum