Dacige Pavilion
大慈阁
A landmark of Baoding's old city: a multi-story pavilion-style Buddhist temple first built in the Yuan dynasty, about 31 meters tall. The Dawn Bell of Dacige is one of the Eight Views of Ancient Shanggu.
Dacige Pavilion stands near where Yuhua Road meets West Street in Baoding's old city. First built in the Yuan dynasty, it is the city's most iconic ancient building. The main pavilion has three stories, stands about 31 meters tall, and has layered upturned eaves. It is a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit, and the 'Dawn Bell of Dacige' is one of the Eight Views of Ancient Shanggu. The pavilion enshrines Guanyin, with bell and drum towers on either side, and climbing it offers views over the old city. Admission is modest (exact fee posted on site), and a visit takes 30 to 45 minutes. It is within walking distance of the Zhili Governor-General's Office, Ancient Lotus Pond and West Street, so it is easy to combine them into a half-day old-town tour.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Ancient Lotus Pond Garden
- Zhili Governor-General's Office
- Guangyuan Garden (Cao Kun's Residence)
- Baoding West Street
- Huai Army Guild Hall
- Baoding Military Academy Museum
- Mancheng Han Tombs
- Ranzhuang Tunnel Warfare Site