明孝陵
Ming Xiaoling
The Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum is the joint burial site of the Hongwu Emperor and Empress Ma. Inscribed as World Heritage in 2003, it helped establish a layout used by later imperial tombs. Highlights include the stone-animal Sacred Way and the Fangcheng-Minglou complex.
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明孝陵
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Before you go
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- Booking
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- Admission notes
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- Suggested visit
- 3 hr
- Information updated
- 9/29/2026
Hours, prices, booking rules and ID requirements can change. Confirm them with the attraction before booking or setting out.
Opening hours
Published ticketing hours: Feb–Nov 06:30–18:30; Dec–Jan 07:00–17:30. These are ticketing, not a guarantee that every building stays open that long. Tickets can be bought at the gate with a passport; on-site museums have separate Monday closures.
Official reference checked2026-09-29
Check the official visitor noticeGetting there
Take Metro Line 2 to Muxuyuan Station, Exit 1, then walk about 5–10 minutes to Gate 3 or 5, or use the scenic-area shuttle. Check the current entrance arrangements before traveling.
Practical notes
The scenic area is very large, so it is recommended to wear sports shoes and make good use of sightseeing buses. Get up early and get free during the free period when there are fewer people and better light. Please refer to the latest official announcement for opening, reservation and ticketing arrangements.
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