Twin Pagodas of Baisikou – Legacy of Western Xia
The Twin Pagodas of Baisikou (拜寺口双塔), located in Yinchuan, are the best-preserved Western Xia (Xi Xia) Buddhist towers, boasting a […]
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Yinchuan attractions
Western Xia (Xixia) Museum, YInchuan – Home to Over 10,000 Relics
The Western Xia Museum (Xixia Museum, 西夏博物馆), located at the eastern foothills of Helan Mountain within the Western Xia Imperial
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Haibao Pagoda, Yinchuan – A Fusion of Chinese, Tibetan, and Islamic Elements
Haibao Pagoda (海宝塔, 海宝寺塔, Haibao Temple Pagoda), also known as the “North Pagoda” due to its alignment with Chengtiansi Pagoda
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Najiahu Mosque, Yinchuan – Built in 1524
Najiahu Mosque (纳家户清真寺), established in 1524 during the Ming Dynasty, has its roots in the descendants of Saydanchiri Zhandis, a
Drum Tower, Yinchuan – Built in 1821
The Yinchuan Drum Tower (银川鼓楼), also known as the “Cross Drum Tower” or “Four-Cornered Drum Tower,” is a historic structure
Chengtian Temple Pagoda – The Tallest Ancient pagoda in Ningxia
Chengtian Temple Pagoda (承天寺塔), also known as the Western Pagoda (西塔), was originally built in 1050. It was commissioned by
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Yuhuang Pavilion (Jade Emperor Pavilion), Yinchuan – Built Over 600 Years Ago
Yuhuang Pavilion (玉皇阁, Jade Emperor Pavilion), located in the Xinqing District of Yinchuan, boasts a history of over 600 years,
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Nanguan Mosque, Yinchuan – A Sacred Site in Ningxia
Nanguan Mosque (南关清真寺), located in the old city of Yinchuan, is one of the largest mosques in Ningxia Hui Autonomous
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Ningxia Museum – Home to Nearly 40,000 Artifacts
The Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Museum (宁夏回族自治区博物馆, commonly known as Ningxia Museum, 宁夏博物馆) has a total floor area of 30,258
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Helan Mountain Rock Art – A Glimpse into the Lives of Ancient Humans
Helan Mountain Rock Art (贺兰山岩画, Rock Painting of Helan Mountain) is situated in Helan County, near Yinchuan City in the
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Shuidonggou Scenic Area – A Significant Archaeological Site
Shuidonggou Scenic Area (水洞沟景区, Water Cave Valley), located at the junction of Lingwu City and Yanchi County in Ningxia, is
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Western Xia Mausoleum – The Eastern Pyramids
The Western Xia Mausoleum (西夏陵), located at the foot of the Helan Mountains in Yinchuan, span approximately 50 square kilometers,