Shanxi Ruicheng Yongle Palace | The No. 1 Mural in the World.

Shanxi is a must-visit destination for ancient architecture enthusiasts. It is a place where dreams last for a thousand years and a single glance can span ten thousand years. Only by visiting in person can you truly appreciate the soul-stirring impact of its ancient bricks, tiles, and wood. Liang Sicheng once said, "Without visiting Shanxi, you won't know the full potential of timber construction." There are countless ancient buildings in Shanxi. Yongle Palace is not very large, but its main attractions are its ancient architecture and murals. The three large murals inside the halls are considered to be the second most important mural discovery after Dunhuang. 「Tour Route」 From south to north: Palace Gate → Wuji Gate → Three Purities Hall → Pure Yang Hall → Chongyang Hall → Exit through the left and right outer roads of Yongle Palace 「Must-See」 1 Murals in all three halls, especially the exquisite "Morning Yuan" mural in the main hall, the Three Purities Hall 2 The vertical plaque "Wuji Gate" is the only surviving original Yuan Dynasty wooden plaque in Yongle Palace. 3 Coffered ceiling in the halls, 4 glazed dragon-shaped roof ornaments, 5 mortise and tenon wood structure Monument to the construction of Yongle Palace during the Yuan Dynasty 「Practical」 1 To protect the cultural relics, photography is not allowed inside the halls (mural photos provided by official sources) 2 It is recommended to visit with a tour guide or do your research before going 3 Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 4 Adults 50 Half price 25 「About Photography」 Apart from the murals, all the must-see items mentioned above are worth learning and recording. The red walls outside the palace and the ancient buildings inside the palace are good for taking photos. Transportation: 1 Self-driving/Taxi 2 Yuncheng North Railway Station - Ruicheng Bus Station - Take Bus No. 109