Wuhou Memorial Temple
Wuhou Memorial Temple
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ChengduBamboo
Osaka, Japan5 contributions
Apr 2021
It is a ancient temple or shrine to memorize Zhuguliang and Liubei of Three Kingdoms period in ancient China. You'd better hire a guide to explain the history and stories about it. Ticket is 60 CNY. It is recommended for a morning visit. Good experience to stroll around. There are many flowers and plants. Cool in summer.
Written 9 May 2021
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Ailton007
Seattle, WA1,217 contributions
Apr 2021
Great area to spend time in Chengdu. Jinli street is nearby, there's tranquil areas, ponds, birds, teahouses to see and the shrine / temple as the highlight. Lots of history and we spent roughly 2 hours in the park. Should definitely be on your list when in Chengdu!
Written 9 April 2021
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,604 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
This temple and garden complex is a cool place to visit and is well maintained. Likely due to the 60 rmb entrance fee, fewer people visit this venue. The Wuhou Shrine, built between 265 and 316, is considered to be the most important museum of China’s Three Kingdoms period, which reigned from 220 to 280.
Written 9 May 2019
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SingaporeGirl
Singapore, Singapore517 contributions
Like so many tourist attractions in China, the significance of the Wuhou Memorial Temple will be lost to you if you aren't familiar with your Chinese history, in this case the famous tale of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms", for this temple and its grounds commemorates the virtuous Prime Minister/Premier of the Kingdom of Shu, one of the three kingdoms, 221-263 AD. (The name "Wuhou" in Chinese means "Premier".) The name of the virtuous Premier was Zhuge Liang.
The temple, like many Chinese temples, is constructed on a N-S axis, with the main entrance facing south. There are five main buildings covering a huge area of approx. 37,000 square meters with several inner courtyards (plan on a 2-hour visit to see it all): The Front Gate, the Second Gate, Liu Bei's Hall (Liu Bei was the Emperor of Shu), Zhuge Liang's Hall, and then Liu Bei's tomb.
If you are familiar with the heroes of R3K, you'll be interested in knowing that the statues surrounding the Emperor Liu Bei in his hall are the famous generals Zhang Fei and Guan Yu as well as Liu Zhan, the emperor's grandson.
Originally, there were two separate temples, one each dedicated to the Emperor Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang, but they were merged into one during the Ming Dynasty. That temple was later destroyed and the temple you see today was reconstructed during the Qing Dynasty, the traditional date being 1672,
Do look for the English-language map of the temple complex upon entering to help you find your way. There are also courtyards of crafts for sale, particularly large stone sculptures and musical instruments. Of interest might be some ancient drums which appear to be Dongsan bronze drums.
The temple, like many Chinese temples, is constructed on a N-S axis, with the main entrance facing south. There are five main buildings covering a huge area of approx. 37,000 square meters with several inner courtyards (plan on a 2-hour visit to see it all): The Front Gate, the Second Gate, Liu Bei's Hall (Liu Bei was the Emperor of Shu), Zhuge Liang's Hall, and then Liu Bei's tomb.
If you are familiar with the heroes of R3K, you'll be interested in knowing that the statues surrounding the Emperor Liu Bei in his hall are the famous generals Zhang Fei and Guan Yu as well as Liu Zhan, the emperor's grandson.
Originally, there were two separate temples, one each dedicated to the Emperor Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang, but they were merged into one during the Ming Dynasty. That temple was later destroyed and the temple you see today was reconstructed during the Qing Dynasty, the traditional date being 1672,
Do look for the English-language map of the temple complex upon entering to help you find your way. There are also courtyards of crafts for sale, particularly large stone sculptures and musical instruments. Of interest might be some ancient drums which appear to be Dongsan bronze drums.
Written 30 September 2008
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R Balasundaram
Mumbai, India336 contributions
Nov 2018
We are in Chengdu, an urban conglomeration with a population of around 14 million and one of the largest hubs for Air China. Yet, when compared with Beijing or even Xi’an, Chengdu appears laid-back — It is a city with concrete monstrosities, yet it bears a sense of tranquility with the River Jin lazily meandering its way through the city amidst towering cypress trees.
Off we go to visit the Wuhou Temple or Wuhou shrine. More excited than us is our young guide Iris. The Wuhou Temple is unique in that it serves as a memorial for Liu Bei, the first Emperor of China during the Three Kingdoms period as also for his prime minister Zhuge Liang, who is held in greater esteem.
As we enter through the main gate, our guide excitedly points out to us various Tablets housed in small enclosures, dating back to the Ming and Tang dynasties. Most important is the Tablet of Triple Success or the Tang Tablet in which the writings of Pei Du is seen. This clearly established that the construction of this complex spread over years and dynasties with each one adding something.
As we move further inside, we see the Liu Bei Temple or the memorial dedicated to the Emperor. The Emperor Liu Bei stands tall in yellow.
Also seen is the statue of Liu Zhan, grandson of Liu Bei who is eulogised for committing suicide, preferring death to surrender before his enemies. The story goes that Liu Zhan pleaded with his father Liu Shan ( Liu Bei’s son) to fight to the finish but Liu Shan, a slave to sensual pleasures chose to surrender. It is is said that this is the reason why Liu Shan’s statue which was earlier there in this hall was later removed showing an empty space. One also sees smaller statues of Guan Yu, Zhang Fei and their descendants.
We now cross the corridor, which is at a couple of steps lower than the Liu Bei Temple Hall, clearly to show that the Prime Minister was a t a level, lower than the Emperor. We are now at the Temple of Zhuge Liang, Prime Minister, astronomer, military strategist, diplomat and what not. Something like Birbal was to Akbar, Zhuge Liang was to Liu Bei. Tales of Zhuge Liang’s intelligence and quick wit are many. Once it is said, Zhuge Liang’s detractors challenged him to produce 1000 arrows in a single night for their army. It was a foggy night, so what Zhuge Liang did was to sail around 100 boats with scarecrows or straw figures resembling humans standing on them, towards the enemy shore with loud fanfare. The enemy forces, able to make out only shadowy figures in the dark, fired arrows indiscriminately at them. When the boats came back, Zhuge Liang collected all the arrows and produced them before his detractors. On the roof of the temple is a sentence from Zhuge Liang’s “Advice to my son”.
Next is the Sanyi Temple comprising the Prayer Hall in the Temple and the corridor. It is dedicated to the Brotherhood of Liu Bei, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei who took the oath in a Peach Garden and lived by it through their lives. Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were the trusted generals of Liu Bei. As we step out into the garden there are stone images of the three friends (rather,brothers) and also a stone denoting the place where the peach tree stood.
If you are in Chengdu to see the giant pandas and have time to spare, do visit the Wuhou Temple. A visit for this place alone, is not worth it, unless you are a student of ancient Chinese history.
Off we go to visit the Wuhou Temple or Wuhou shrine. More excited than us is our young guide Iris. The Wuhou Temple is unique in that it serves as a memorial for Liu Bei, the first Emperor of China during the Three Kingdoms period as also for his prime minister Zhuge Liang, who is held in greater esteem.
As we enter through the main gate, our guide excitedly points out to us various Tablets housed in small enclosures, dating back to the Ming and Tang dynasties. Most important is the Tablet of Triple Success or the Tang Tablet in which the writings of Pei Du is seen. This clearly established that the construction of this complex spread over years and dynasties with each one adding something.
As we move further inside, we see the Liu Bei Temple or the memorial dedicated to the Emperor. The Emperor Liu Bei stands tall in yellow.
Also seen is the statue of Liu Zhan, grandson of Liu Bei who is eulogised for committing suicide, preferring death to surrender before his enemies. The story goes that Liu Zhan pleaded with his father Liu Shan ( Liu Bei’s son) to fight to the finish but Liu Shan, a slave to sensual pleasures chose to surrender. It is is said that this is the reason why Liu Shan’s statue which was earlier there in this hall was later removed showing an empty space. One also sees smaller statues of Guan Yu, Zhang Fei and their descendants.
We now cross the corridor, which is at a couple of steps lower than the Liu Bei Temple Hall, clearly to show that the Prime Minister was a t a level, lower than the Emperor. We are now at the Temple of Zhuge Liang, Prime Minister, astronomer, military strategist, diplomat and what not. Something like Birbal was to Akbar, Zhuge Liang was to Liu Bei. Tales of Zhuge Liang’s intelligence and quick wit are many. Once it is said, Zhuge Liang’s detractors challenged him to produce 1000 arrows in a single night for their army. It was a foggy night, so what Zhuge Liang did was to sail around 100 boats with scarecrows or straw figures resembling humans standing on them, towards the enemy shore with loud fanfare. The enemy forces, able to make out only shadowy figures in the dark, fired arrows indiscriminately at them. When the boats came back, Zhuge Liang collected all the arrows and produced them before his detractors. On the roof of the temple is a sentence from Zhuge Liang’s “Advice to my son”.
Next is the Sanyi Temple comprising the Prayer Hall in the Temple and the corridor. It is dedicated to the Brotherhood of Liu Bei, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei who took the oath in a Peach Garden and lived by it through their lives. Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were the trusted generals of Liu Bei. As we step out into the garden there are stone images of the three friends (rather,brothers) and also a stone denoting the place where the peach tree stood.
If you are in Chengdu to see the giant pandas and have time to spare, do visit the Wuhou Temple. A visit for this place alone, is not worth it, unless you are a student of ancient Chinese history.
Written 20 January 2019
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zwu
San Francisco, CA90 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
There is literally nothing to see here. It costs 50/person for basically a very basic garden.
The price isnt very high, but compared to the Panda Breeding Center, which is 55/person it is not even comparable.
If you had any plans of going here. Just dont. I would be happier just spending the 50rmb on food.
The price isnt very high, but compared to the Panda Breeding Center, which is 55/person it is not even comparable.
If you had any plans of going here. Just dont. I would be happier just spending the 50rmb on food.
Written 9 April 2019
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David W
Beijing, China32 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
If you are a fan of the Three Kingdoms, you must be familiar with the most reknowed, the symbol of intelligence Liang Zhuge. His loyalty, his wisdom, his personality and his dedication made him a 'perfect man' in Chinese history. So this is the place to worship Liang, although Bei Liu, the emperor he worked for was also enshrined here.
Written 19 August 2018
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ProfessorMUSTAFA
Los Angeles, CA2,010 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
It is a great lesson in history to get from visiting this temple .This famous temple dedicated to Zhuge Liang, RMB 60 is the fee for entering this temple , Worth UR time .
Written 15 January 2015
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WoodlandsSingapore
Singapore, Singapore675 contributions
My original doubt and fears were realized the moment we stepped in. Lots of reading to do, and in Chinese. Even for children who know some of the characters here, it is still too boring and tedious for children. For people who are prepared to browse through slowly, this place will be good. Another problem, some characters' statues don't looked lioke or attired like what they are usually known in books and TV. Good examples are Guan Yu and Zhao Yun. Another problem, no map given, difficult to navigate. Took me a long time to find Zhugeliang. He is actually behind the temple of Liu Bei which is what you will meet with upon entering the premise.
Written 20 June 2009
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Zfy Ed
Singapore, Singapore10,528 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
If you are a fan of China history, especially the three kingdom like me, you will surely have to visit this place where history has come alive.
All the while, we have read stories (or in history books) about the three kingdom, also having watched the TV serials and movies about it, what is better than personally coming by to see the real artifacts, displays and figures on display. There are so many things to see and you will feel that you have traveled back in time to the then era!
I like the back gardens (peach gardens) where you can see the beautiful peach trees with flowers, the figurines of the three sworn brothers and the founding, prosperiy and demise of the Shu kingdom. Very detailed and realistic and generally if you are a fan and want to have a sight of everything, you will need simply a day.
For me, due to the rushing schedule, I only spent about 2~3 hrs here before heading to the next destination but it's surely worth visiting.
The admission is RMB 50 and seniors from local, macao or taiwan, aged 60years and above can enter free with the show of identity card or passport.
All the while, we have read stories (or in history books) about the three kingdom, also having watched the TV serials and movies about it, what is better than personally coming by to see the real artifacts, displays and figures on display. There are so many things to see and you will feel that you have traveled back in time to the then era!
I like the back gardens (peach gardens) where you can see the beautiful peach trees with flowers, the figurines of the three sworn brothers and the founding, prosperiy and demise of the Shu kingdom. Very detailed and realistic and generally if you are a fan and want to have a sight of everything, you will need simply a day.
For me, due to the rushing schedule, I only spent about 2~3 hrs here before heading to the next destination but it's surely worth visiting.
The admission is RMB 50 and seniors from local, macao or taiwan, aged 60years and above can enter free with the show of identity card or passport.
Written 18 March 2024
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Please can someone tell me how to get to Wuhou Temple & Jinli street using the metro? Which stop is closest & how long does it take to walk there from the metro station?
Written 25 February 2019
How much are tickets? Can we buy them online ?
Written 27 February 2018
How much are tickets? Can we buy them online ?
Written 27 February 2018
I paid 30yuan as they had promotion. If you are interested in history can rent the interpretation headset. Its good.
Written 25 March 2018
Hello there,
Can anyone tell me does this place is wheelchair accessible?
Thanks
Written 6 July 2016
As far as I can remember, the site is pretty flat. There is the usual entrance step in front of each temple, as in any temple, and you will need help for these like anywhere else.
But there are not the endless flights of steps that can be found elsewhere.
The garden is beautiful and flat and so is the bonsai garden which is part of the visit.
So no, the shrine is not entirely wheelchair accessible, but with some help, it is feasible and worth it. And I found the Chinese kind and helpful.
Written 7 July 2016
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