Ming Tombs

Scenic overview
The Ming Tombs, also known as the Ming Tombs, are located at the foot of Tianshou Mountain in the north of Changping District, Beijing. It is the site of the tombs of 13 Ming emperors. This complex began to be built from the seventh year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1409) to the early year of Shunzhi in the Qing Dynasty, lasting more than 230 years, is the world’s complete imperial tomb group with the most emperors buried. In 1961, the Ming Tombs were listed by The State Council as the first batch of national key cultural relics under protection. In 2003, as an extension of the Ming and Qing imperial tombs, it was inscribed on the World Heritage List.

Main attraction
The word of God
Ticket: 30 yuan/person
Opening hours: 8:00-17:30
Suggested play time: 1 hour
Changling Mausoleum
Features: The tomb of Zhu Di, the third emperor of the Ming Dynasty, has a large architectural scale and is well preserved.
Ticket: 45 yuan/person
Recommended play time: 1.5 hours
Dingling Tomb
Features: Dingling Mausoleum is the only cemetery with an open underground palace, with a depth of 27 meters and rich funerary goods inside, with high historical value.
Ticket: 60 yuan/person
Suggested play time: 1 hour
Kangling (Current situation may change, please confirm in advance)
Features: Kangling is relatively remote, but the environment is quiet, and there are marks left by brick makers on the bricks and stones, which has a strong sense of history. In addition, Kangling Village also has an authentic spring cake feast to taste.
Ticket: 30 yuan/person (if open)
Suggested play time: 1 hour
Zhaoling Mausoleum
Features: Zhaoling Mausoleum is also an important part of the Ming Tombs, carrying a heavy history. Tourists who like to take pictures will love it here.
Ticket: 30 yuan/person
Suggested play time: 1 hour

Traffic guide
By car: From downtown Beijing, take the G6 highway to Juyongguan Exit, then follow Changchi Road.
Bus: Take bus No. 872 from Deshengmen to the Ming Tombs; You can also take the 345 express train from Deshengmen West to Xihuan South Road and transfer to 872, 878, Chang 67, etc.
Subway: Take the Metro Changping Line to Xishankou Station, then transfer to the scenic circle bus.

Travel tips
Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in a hotel near Changping one night in advance, many hotels provide shuttle service, easy to visit.
Prepare in advance: Download the “Ming Tombs Scenic Area” app to check the opening situation of each scenic spot in real time.
Sun protection measures: Although the spring sun is warm, it is still necessary to do a good job of sun protection.
Safety precautions: such as playing with children, pay attention to the safety of dark places such as underground palaces.
Food recommendations: Don’t miss the spring cake feast in Kangling Village, as well as other local specialties.