Hetu Ala City
赫图阿拉城
The first capital of Nurhaci’s Later Jin, known as “the First Capital of the Later Jin” and the birthplace of Manchu culture.
Hetu Ala City is located in Yongling Town, Xinbin Manchu Autonomous County. In 1616, Nurhaci declared himself khan here and founded the Later Jin, making it the birthplace of the Qing dynasty and its first capital. The city was built into the hills, and reconstructions include the Great Yamen of the Khan’s Palace, the Zhengbai Banner Yamen, the Khan’s Well, and Manchu residences. Performances of Manchu wedding customs and shamanic rituals are often held here. It is a 4A-rated scenic area, and admission follows the rates published by the scenic area. It is about 100 km from Fushun city center and can be visited on the same day as the Qing Yongling.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00