Hometown of Wang Zhaojun, One of the Four Great Beauties

Zhaojun Village, also known as Baoping Village, was originally a remote small village in Nan Commandery of the Western Han Dynasty. On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month in 53 BC, the unparalleled beauty Wang Zhaojun was born into a prosperous farming family named Wang Rang in the village. Young Zhaojun lived here for sixteen years. In 36 BC, during Emperor Yuan of Han’s nationwide selection of beauties, Wang Zhaojun was chosen as the top candidate from Nan Commandery and entered the Han palace. Zhaojun Village is located in Zhaojun Town, Xingshan County, Yichang City, Hubei Province. It is a national AAAA-level scenic area, famous as the birthplace of Wang Zhaojun. Below is a travel guide that we hope will be helpful to you: Transportation Guide - Public Transport: First arrive at Yichang East Bus Station or Yichang Long-distance Bus Station, then take the 808 intercity bus to get off at Zhaojun Bridge. From there, walk about 2 kilometers to reach the scenic area. Alternatively, you can arrive at Xingshan High-speed Railway Station, where there is a direct tourist shuttle to Zhaojun Village, running hourly from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. - Self-driving: From anywhere in the country, take the G42 Shanghai–Chengdu Expressway, exit at Xingshan Toll Station, then take Baoxing Highway, cross Zhaojun Bridge, and drive 2 kilometers towards Muyu to arrive. Ticket Information - Free Admission: Seniors over 70 years old, youths 18 and under, active/retired military personnel with valid ID are admitted free. - Half Price: Seniors aged 60-70 and full-time university students with student ID enjoy half-price tickets. Main Attractions - Zhaojun Memorial Hall: Composed of the Zhaojun Ancient Painting Gallery, Sculpture and Statue Hall, etc., showcasing Zhaojun culture and related historical artifacts. - Zhaojun Residence: An ancient-style building displaying Han Dynasty life scenes and culture. - Niangniang Spring: Said to be the place where Zhaojun fetched water as a child; the spring water is cool, sweet, and never dries up throughout the year. - Nanmu Well: The well from which Zhaojun once drew water; its water remains sweet and tasty and is preserved to this day. Special Experiences - Watch Performances: Enjoy the immersive drama "Zhaojun" at the Han Yun Opera House, experiencing the legendary story of Zhaojun’s marriage alliance. You can also participate in the "Zhaojun Blessing Ceremony." - Hanfu Photo Spots: The scenic area has ten ancient-style photo spots. Renting or buying Hanfu (traditional Han clothing) grants free admission to the scenic area, and you can also book a professional photographer for a photoshoot. - Zipline Experience: Ride the 680-meter-long Xiangxi Zipline and enjoy an aerial view of the ancient village’s beautiful scenery. Food Recommendations - Zhaojun Family Feast: A fusion of Han Dynasty palace cuisine, frontier grassland flavors, and Bashu mountain wild tastes. You can taste it at the Zhaojun Food Culture Research Institute. Dining here grants free access to the scenic area. Accommodation Suggestions - Zhaojun Courtyard Homestay: Standard rooms about 200 RMB per night, including breakfast, offering great value. - Vienna Hotel Zhaojun Courtyard Branch: Only a 7-minute drive from the hotel to Zhaojun Village, with convenient transportation.