The recent good news is that it is free for tourists on weekdays. This preferential measure will last until the end of the year, with nearly five months left. However, tourists need to make an appointment in advance to visit major scenic spots, and they also need to show their health codes that meet the requirements.
What is the name of Pingyao ancient city? North China money house? During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it was the most developed and popular place in the north of China, especially in the business of ticket banks. The south street and west street of the ancient city are called? Wall Street in China? .
The most prosperous period of Pingyao ancient city appeared from the Qing Dynasty to the early Republic of China. At this time, China was poor and weak, and on the other hand, it was constantly innovating. In this process, many new business categories have emerged, among which the most epoch-making industry is undoubtedly banking.
The first ticket office in China is Risheng Changji, which is located in the West Street of Pingyao Ancient City. Now it is usually called. China Bank Museum? .
Rishengchang, formerly known as Pigment Village, was converted into a financial institution by Qing Daoguang with a capital of 302,000 silver in four years, engaged in deposit and remittance business, quickly opened up business channels and opened semicolons all over the country.
The former site of Rishengchang is a typical quadrangle pattern in the north, with a construction area of 24 14 square meters, three courtyards and more than 100 houses, which is huge. These houses have exquisite details and distinctive wood carving techniques.
How powerful is Rishengchang? It pioneered the banking industry in China and laid the foundation for its development. In the most prosperous period, it once controlled the economic lifeline of the Qing Dynasty.
Traveling to Pingyao ancient city, the mixed gas village compound is worth a visit. Not in the pass of Pingyao ancient city, it is free to open even on weekends and holidays.
Although this courtyard is not a pass attraction, it is the largest of many ancient courtyards in Pingyao ancient city. Post-80s, post-90s and post-60s may feel familiar, because the TV series "Bright Sword" once filmed a scene here.
Hunqizhai Courtyard, formerly known as Jijiayuan, has a history of more than 400 years. It is the ancestor of Ji Yugang, the shopkeeper of Rishengchang. Not in busy streets such as South Street, West Street and East Street. Few tourists will notice this yard. Last time, I came here to visit at the prompt of the local people.
Travel Guide: Pingyao Station is next to the ancient city and can be reached on foot. Pingyao Ancient City Station is about 9.5 kilometers away from the ancient city, and it can be reached by bus Pingyao 108. Pingyao bus station is just north of the ancient city, and it can be reached on foot.