平遥城墙
City Wall
Pingyao's brick city wall completely defines the outline of the historical county town. After reconstruction and expansion in the early Ming Dynasty, six city gates, defensive towers and continuous crenels were formed, showing how administration, military and street planning were combined. Walking along the open section, you can also understand the symmetrical street network and dense courtyard pattern from a high altitude.
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平遥城墙
Pingyao Ancient Town, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province
Before you go
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- Booking
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- Admission notes
- Access is commonly included in a multi-site ancient-city pass; verify current gates and sections
- Suggested visit
- 2 hr 30 min
- Information updated
- 9/29/2026
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Opening hours
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Getting there
You should enter through the ticket gate that is open on the same day in the ancient city pedestrian area. Vehicles are usually parked outside the core area and time needs to be allowed for walking from the city gate or parking area.
Practical notes
Open sections and one-way arrangements may vary. Wear non-slip shoes, avoid entering exposed wall sections during thunderstorms or ice, and do not climb or lean on historical crenellations.
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