Mei Li Ancient Town, the “Ancient Capital of Gou Wu and Mei Li New City,” is situated in the southeast of Wuxi City. Historically significant, it served as the capital when Tai Bo, the eldest son of King Tai of the Zhou Dynasty, founded the Gou Wu State at the end of the Shang Dynasty. Today, visitors can still experience the grandeur of Tai Bo Temple, which retains the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and is surrounded by yellow stone walls.
In addition to the temple, the Head Mountain Gate is a notable feature, standing tall with six bluestone pillars, each reaching a height of 6 meters. The two central pillars are distinctively decorated with dragon patterns, while the remaining ones showcase cranes and clouds, making this ancient architecture a rare find in China today.
Regarding the opening hours, here is the detailed schedule:
– From July 23 to August 31, the site is open Monday to Friday from 17:00 to 22:00 and Saturday to Sunday from 09:30 to 22:00.
– From September 1 to December 31, it operates on Mondays from 17:00 to 22:00.
