ping yao
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 1997
location: Ping Yao County, Shanxi Province
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 37.2013900000, 112.1544400000
last visited: 2019
unesco id: 812
world heritage site: 812
The Ancient City of Ping Yao, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, is a well-preserved walled city showcasing Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. Its cobblestone streets, traditional courtyard homes, and towering city walls reflect a thriving historical trading hub once central to China’s economy. With ancient banks, shops, and temples still intact, it offers a vivid snapshot of imperial urban life and cultural heritage.
