Opposite the Chenghuang Hall stands a riverside theater, adorned with a plaque inscribed with the words ‘Ancient and Modern Mirror’ dating back to the reign of Emperor Yongzheng in the year 1725.
Built in the late Ming Dynasty, the Chenghuang Hall is a grand structure with a spacious layout, consisting of three main sections. The architecture is majestic, with upturned eaves and corners, exuding an imposing presence. The first section comprises five rooms, with the mountain gate’s stone pillars inscribed with a couplet: ‘Snow, taking advantage of the wind’s might, can only claim the fields for a few days; clouds, riding on the rain’s strength, cannot deceive the world for long.’ The main hall, spanning three rooms, is tall and imposing, with a ridge adorned with ‘cloud dragons’, a copper mirror placed centrally, and the words ‘National Peace and People’s Security’ on either side. The upturned eaves and corners are suspended with a straight-style blue background with golden characters, reading ‘Bestowed Title Yongzhen Hou Li’. Inside the hall, the stone pillars rest on finely carved drum stones and feature exquisite reliefs. On the large pillars to the left and right, there are depictions of dual dragons dancing with claws suspended and hovering. In the center of the hall stands a square table, atop which sits the city god ‘Yongzhen Hou Li’; beside him are statues of his sons, exuding an aura of solemnity and righteousness; attendants’ statues lean against the walls. The hall is open from May 1st to September 30th from 08:00 to 17:00; from October 1st to April 30th from 08:00 to 16:30.Chenghuang Hall
Opposite the Chenghuang Hall stands a riverside theater, adorned with a plaque inscribed with the wo[...]
