Let's go to the Governor's Office of Baoding County, Zhili📍

Baoding Zhili Governor's Office | The Governor's Office: A Reflection of Half the Qing Dynasty's History Only a 1.5-hour drive from Beijing. 📍 Address: No. 301 Yuhua Road, Lianchi District, Baoding City, Hebei Province ⏰ Opening Hours: · March 16 - November 14: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM · November 15 - March of the following year: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) · Closed on Mondays (except public holidays) 💰 Ticket Price: 35 RMB/person (Half-price, group tickets, and free admission available) ⏱️ Tour Duration: 1-2 hours 🚗 Transportation: If driving, navigate to the "Zhili Governor's Office Square Parking Lot" (5 RMB/entry). Alternatively, grab a taxi from the Baoding High-Speed Railway Station (a 10-minute ride). 📌 Recommended Route Central Route - East Route - West Route: Tour along the central axis to avoid backtracking: 1. Main Gate & Ceremonial Gate → Experience the grandeur of a Qing Dynasty government office. 2. Great Hall → Witness a recreated court trial. 3. Second Hall → Check out the wax figure of Li Hongzhang. 4. Official Residence Courtyard → Learn about the daily life of an official's family. 5. East Route Exhibition Hall → View the coin and badge exhibition. 6. West Route → Discover Qing Dynasty weapons and intricate architectural details. 💡 Travel Tips · Cultural and Creative Shop: Pick up a "Gong Sheng Ming" fridge magnet and a donkey burger keychain—they make perfect souvenirs! · Dress Code: Modern Chinese style outfits or simple, solid colors look amazing against the backdrop of red walls and ancient architecture. 🌿 This spot isn't overly commercialized. Every brick and tile tells a 187-year history from the reign of Emperor Yongzheng to Emperor Xuantong. After touring the Governor's Office, grab a local donkey burger to make your Baoding trip complete!