Huaguang Tower
华光楼
A four-storey wooden tower on the river at the southern end of the old town, known as ‘Langyuan’s No. 1 Tower.’ Its views over the Jialing River and Jinping Mountain and its night view make it the old town's emblem.
Huaguang Tower stands at the southern end of Dadong Street in Langzhong Ancient Town, on the north bank of the Jialing River. It was first built in the Tang dynasty, and the current structure was rebuilt during the Qing Tongzhi era. Standing about 36 metres tall, it is a three-tiered hip-and-gable wooden pavilion with upturned eaves and windows on all four sides. Known as ‘Langyuan’s No. 1 Tower,’ it is one of the old town's landmarks. The ground floor forms a passage through the old town's south gate. From the top, you can look over the Jialing River, Jinping Mountain and Nanjin Pass on the far bank, and gaze back at the grey-tiled roofs of the old town. At night the lit tower is reflected in the river, making it the classic night-view spot in Langzhong, best photographed from the riverbank or the opposite shore. Tickets cost about CNY 15 (included in the combined ticket). Getting there: it sits at the southern end of the old town, about a 10-minute walk from Zhongtian Tower along Dadong Street. Note: the stairs are narrow and steep, so take care going up and down. Entry to the top is limited during public holidays.
Opening hours
8:00–18:30 (off-season until 18:00)