Stop rushing to Dunhuang, Yongle Palace will shock you just as much!

Yuncheng, Shanxi hides a national treasure Taoist temple praised by UNESCO as the "Gallery of Oriental Art." The 700-year-old Yuan Dynasty murals still retain their vibrant colors as if painted yesterday. They are less popular than the Dunhuang murals but equally stunning! 🏯 Basic Information Card 📍 Location: No. 230 North Yongle Street, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province (3 km north of the county town) ⏰ Opening Hours: Peak Season (3.1-10.31): 8:00-18:00 (last admission at 17:30) Off Season (11.1-2.29): 8:30-17:00 (last admission at 16:30) 💰 Tickets: Full Price: 50 RMB (off season) / 58 RMB (peak season) Half Price: 25 RMB (students / seniors aged 60-69 with ID) Free Admission: Seniors over 70, military officers (with ID) ⚠️ Special Reminder: Closed on Mondays (except holidays)! 🚗 Transportation Guide 1️⃣ Self-driving (recommended) From Yuncheng: Yunfeng Expressway → Ruicheng East Toll Station → Yongle Avenue, about 1 hour Parking: Large free parking lot at the scenic spot entrance, friendly for self-driving visitors 2️⃣ Public Transportation Yuncheng Bus Station → Ruicheng Bus (about 2 hours, 30 RMB) → Taxi (10 minutes, 6-8 RMB) to Yongle Palace Ruicheng Bus Station → Motorcycle taxi (5 RMB) / Taxi (6-8 RMB) / Bus No. 1, about 10 minutes to reach.