Mausoleum and Temple of Emperor Shun
舜帝陵
The mausoleum and temple of Emperor Shun north of Yuncheng, with towering ancient cypresses. It is a representative relic of ancient culture in Hedong.
The Mausoleum and Temple of Emperor Shun is located in Beixiang Town, Yanhu District, Yuncheng. It lies about 15 km from the city center and consists of the emperor's tomb and a sacrificial temple. It is a national key cultural relic protection unit. Yuncheng was historically known as Hedong, and legend says Shun's capital was at Puban here. The site has long been a place for sacrifices to Emperor Shun. The temple has an Offering Hall, a main hall, and stone steles. Ancient cypresses tower over the mausoleum grounds, creating a quiet atmosphere, and public memorial ceremonies are held each year. Allow about 1.5 hours. Ticket prices follow the official listings. It is about 25 minutes by taxi or car from downtown and can be combined with Yuncheng Museum for a half-day tour of Hedong culture.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Yuncheng Museum
- Yuncheng Salt Lake
- Changping Guandi Family Temple
- Xiezhou Guandi Temple
- Sima Guang Shrine and Tombs
- Li Family Compound (Yanjing)
- Feiyun Tower, Wanrong Dongyue Temple
- Shengtian Lake