Guide Wenchang Palace
文昌宫
A Ming-era Taoist temple in Hexi Town, worshipped by both Han and Tibetan communities. It is one of the larger Wenchang temples in Qinghai.
Guide Wenchang Palace sits in Hexi Town on the west side of the county seat. Built during the Ming dynasty, it is dedicated mainly to Wenchang Dijun, the god of literature. It is worshipped by both Han and Tibetan communities. Tibetans call the temple “Anyi Yula,” a mountain deity, reflecting the blending of cultures in the area. Halls rise in sequence within the complex, and ancient cypress trees tower overhead. A temple fair is held around the third day of the second lunar month each year, drawing large crowds of worshippers. The palace is about 6 km from the county seat, and a visit takes about an hour.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00