Linli Guanwang Temple
林里关王庙
A Northern Song Guandi temple in Linli Village on the outskirts of Yangquan, with a main hall of original Song-dynasty timber construction. A national key cultural relic protection site.
Guanwang Temple lies in Linli Village, Baiquan Township, on the outskirts of Yangquan. The main hall was rebuilt in the fourth year of the Xuanhe era of the Northern Song (1122). It has three bays across the front, a single-eave hip-and-gable roof, surrounding corridors and oversized dougong brackets. It is one of the earliest surviving Guandi temple buildings in China and is listed as a national key cultural relic protection site, valuable for studying Song-dynasty timber structures. The site is small, and a visit takes about half an hour, suited to architecture enthusiasts. It is in a remote location, so driving or taking a taxi is recommended. Opening hours are irregular, so contact the staff in advance.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (confirm on site)