Shengle Museum
盛乐博物馆
A museum beside the ancient Shengle city ruins in Horinger, telling the story of Shengle, the early capital of the Northern Wei and the birthplace of the Tuoba Xianbei.
The Shengle Museum lies next to the ancient Shengle city ruins in Horinger County. Shengle was the early capital of the Northern Wei and the birthplace of the Tuoba Xianbei, and the city ruins are a key national cultural heritage site. The museum displays artifacts excavated from the ancient city, along with murals from the Han tomb at Horinger, offering insight into the blending of northern peoples. It is about 45 km from the city center and roughly 50 minutes by car. Free admission requires advance reservation. The museum is closed on Mondays, and it suits visitors with an interest in history.
Opening hours
Closed Mondays; 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Zhaojun Museum (Tomb of Wang Zhaojun)
- Five Pagoda Temple (Cideng Temple)
- Xilitu Zhao (Shiretu Juu)
- Saishang Old Street
- Dazhao Temple
- Great Mosque of Hohhot
- Suiyuan General's Yamen
- Ulanhu Memorial Hall