Yaoba Ancient Town
尧坝古镇
A Ming and Qing old street along the ancient post road between Sichuan and Guizhou, with its Jinshi archway, Dongyue Temple, and wooden shopfronts well preserved. It is a National Famous Historic and Cultural Town of China.
Yaoba is in the western part of Hejiang County. In the past, it was an important post station on the ancient post road between Sichuan and Guizhou. A roughly 1 km Ming and Qing old street follows the rise and fall of the land, lined with blue-tiled wooden houses, shops, and guild halls. In the middle of the street stands a Qing dynasty Jinshi archway. Dongyue Temple and Daihong Rice Shop are the main highlights. The town has served as a filming location for several TV dramas. Entry to the ancient town is free, but some courtyards charge separate admission. It is about 40 minutes by car from Luzhou city center. Plan for a half-day visit, and try local snacks such as huangba and zhu’er ba.
Opening hours
Open all day (courtyard approx. 09:00–17:30)
Nearby sights
- Luzhou Laojiao Huangyi Eco-Brewing Park
- Bijia Mountain, Hejiang
- Hejiang Han Dynasty Stone Coffin Museum
- Zhangba Longan Forest
- Luzhou Laojiao 1573 National Treasure Cellars
- Luzhou Bao'en Pagoda
- Luzhou Bell and Drum Tower & Shuijinggou
- Baizitu Square & Yangtze–Tuo Confluence