Memories of the Old City | Wenchang Pavilion in Guiyang (with guide)

Compared to the popular tourist areas crowded with people, I have a preference for the less popular and off-the-beaten-path 'hidden paradises'. During my travels in Guiyang, there are many such lesser-known attractions. Follow my camera into the Wenchang Pavilion in the old town of Guiyang! 🍃Attraction Introduction Wenchang Pavilion is located on Yuecheng, the old East Gate of Guiyang city, situated on high ground. Climbing the pavilion offers a panoramic view of the mountains, rivers, and the city, providing a broad vista and making it a great spot to appreciate the scenery of Guiyang. Wenchang Pavilion is a traditional Chinese architectural structure for worship, with many such buildings constructed in various places. However, the number of deities enshrined in each Wenchang Pavilion varies by location. Generally, Wenchang Pavilions are square, hexagonal, or octagonal, but the Wenchang Pavilion in Guiyang is unique with its nine-sided structure, reflecting a distinctive architectural style. The number 'nine' in the I Ching signifies the utmost supremacy, representing a lofty status. 🚘About Transportation 🎫Ticket Price: Free ⏰Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 📍Detailed Address: No. 29 Wenchang Street, Yunyan District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province 🚌Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 4, 5, 6, 25, etc., and get off at Zhongshan East Road (bus station), then it's within walking distance 📷Photography Tips ✅The best photography spot is on the city wall, where you can capture Wenchang Pavilion and the distant Dongshan Temple. ✅Inside Wenchang Pavilion, you can take upward shots using the eaves as a frame, which is also a good angle. 🎵About the Concert Guiyang is really down-to-earth, and the roadside music concerts every Friday are just awesome. The purest music gatherings, when music sheds its commercial trappings, what remains is passion. Friends who want to join this musical revelry can check the performance schedule in advance on Fridays, with specific performance times and singers announced beforehand. 🌳Travel Suggestions ✅Minsheng Road pedestrian street and Jiaxiu Tower are right next to Wenchang Pavilion. It's recommended to stroll around Wenchang Pavilion in the afternoon and then go to Jiaxiu Tower to see the night view. ✅Choose good weather for your visit. The Wenchang Pavilion area is smaller than imagined, and it takes about twenty minutes to tour around. —————————————————