Wuhou (Martial Marquis) Memorial Temple is dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the Martial Marquis of Shu in the Three Kingdoms.
Zhuge Liang was the personification of noble character and intelligence. Memorial temples erected in many places after his death include a famous one in Chendu.
Located in the south suburb of Chengdu, the temple covers 37,000 square meters (398,277 square feet). The date of its establishment is unclear, only that it was built next to the temple of Liu Bei, the emperor of Shu. It was combined with the Temple of Liu Bei at the beginning of the Ming Dynasty; consequently, the entrance plaque reads 'Zhaolie Temple of Han Dynasty' (Zhaolie is the posthumous title of Liu Bei). The current temple was rebuilt in 1672. Surrounded by old cypresses and classical red walls, the temple evokes nostalgia.
The main body of the temple is divided into five sections, the Gate, the second Gate, the Hall of Liu Bei, the corridor, and the Hall of Zhuge Liang, all of which run south to north. Inside, clay sculptures of Shu Emperor and ministers stand together, making them a special feature.
The most valuable cultural relic within the temple is the stele set up in 809. This huge stele 367-centimeter (144-inch) high and 95-centimeter (37-inch) wide is called the Triple-Success Stele. The three successes are: an article written by Pei Du, a famous minister of the Tang Dynasty who served four emperors in succession, calligraphy by Liu Gongquan, one of the most brilliant calligraphers in Chinese history, and a statement about the morality and achievements of Zhuge Liang.
His great personality, his dedicated service to others, and his outstanding intelligence place Zhuge Liang above all emperors, generals, and ministers in history. A visit to the temple illuminates his status with the Chinese people.
Note:
For detailed information on Dynasties, please refer to History of China.
| Admission Fee: | CNY 60 |
| Opening Hours: | 08:00 to 17:50 |
| Recommended Time for a Visit: | One hour |
| Bus Route: | 14, 26, 53, 57, 213, 214 |
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Travelers' Voices on Wuhou Memorial Temple (Wuhou Ci)
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Oct. 29,2009 00:39 Reply
Mr.David Simon(USA) said:
Going to be in Chengdu in January, anyone take a visit here yet?
Oct. 29,2009 20:43
Ms.lydia replied:
I've been to there this June.
Nov. 2,2009 01:04
Mr.MARKVANDELAER(Belgium) replied:
Hi, I have been there in August. I visited several temples (Wenshu, Daci and Wuhou). First there is a big difference in entrance fee: Daci was for free, but Wuhou was quite expensive). There was also a difference of athmosphere: Wuhou is a touristic attraction with all its disadavantages. In Daci there were no tourists, and I could have some nice talks with local people. But Wuhou is more attractive and historical maybe more important. It just depends what you are looking for.
Wenshu is a must. I stayed there nearly half a day, including drinking tea in the teagarden and having lunch in one of the nearby fine restaurants.
The Yong mausoleum was a bit disappointing, but a visit to the Panda Breeding and Research centre is a must. And don t forget to stroll through the streets, take a rest in a park and go watching Sichuan opera (I did in Qintai road opposite to the very good Wenjun Mansion hostel where I stayed).
And if you are interested in archeology, don t forget to visit the Jinsha Museum in the western part of the city.
Anyway, you will not regret to have been in Chengdu!
Nov. 9,2009 02:46
Ms.Lydia(China) replied:
Hi, i am a local student here, can speak english, can be your guide when you travel in Chengdu, Email:lydiawx@hotmail.com
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Sep. 23,2009 03:43 Reply
Mrs.pie(g) said:
looks cool
Oct. 29,2009 00:41
Mr.David Simon(United States of America) replied:
Are you visiting Chengdu, do you know china very well? I will be new to the country and would love to meet a partner to travel with to see some of the sites in and around Sichuan Province. Thanks for any interest you may have.