Wu Family Shrines
嘉祥武氏祠
Eastern Han tomb shrines of the Wu family, preserving many Han-dynasty carved stone reliefs. They are a treasure trove for studying Han society and art, often called “sculpted portraits in stone.”
The Wu Family Shrines lie in Zhifang Town, Jiaxiang County, in Jining. They are the tomb shrines of the Eastern Han Wu family and are among the first batch of National Key Cultural Relic Protection Units. The surviving features include twin ceremonial gateway towers, stone lions, and dozens of carved stone reliefs depicting historical stories, myths, and carriage processions. Their intricate compositions make them a representative example of Han carved stone art, and they frequently appear in textbooks. Admission is about ¥20, and allow about 1 hour. The site is about 70 km from Qufu, roughly a 1 hour 20 minute drive, and it suits visitors who are dedicated to Han-dynasty art.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Taibai Tower, Jining
- Jining Great East Mosque
- Baoxiang Temple
- Xinglong Pagoda
- Mansion of Mencius
- Temple of Mencius
- Mount Yi
- Confucius Museum