Baijiang Altar
拜将坛遗址
The site where Liu Bang built an altar to appoint Han Xin as general, and the end point of the legend of Xiao He chasing Han Xin under the moon.
Baijiang Altar lies south of the city in Hantai District. According to tradition, in 206 BC Liu Bang, following Xiao He's advice, built an altar here to appoint Han Xin as grand general. Han Xin then “openly repaired the plank roads but secretly crossed at Chencang,” helping Liu Bang reclaim the Three Qin and laying the foundations of the Han dynasty. The site consists of two square earthen platforms, with a stele pavilion, a statue of Han Xin and stone carvings recounting the appointment. It is modest in size, takes about half an hour to see, and pairs well with Ancient Han Terrace. Admission is usually free (check on site). It's about a 10-minute walk from Ancient Han Terrace, and the surrounding old town is good for trying Hanzhong mianpi noodles and strolling East Street.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–17:30 (check posted hours on site)
Nearby sights
- Gu Han Terrace (Hanzhong Museum)
- Dongguan Old Street
- Xinghan Shengjing & Tianhan Tower
- Tianhan Wetland Park
- Mount Han (Nanzheng)
- Shimen Plank Road
- Nanhu Lake (Nanzheng)
- Shangyuanguan Ancient Town