Zhaohua Ancient City
A strategic gateway in northern Sichuan, Zhaohua was a prize fought over by military forces throughout history. The famous battles in ‘Romance of the Three Kingdoms’,…
Zhaohua Ancient City, Jiuzhaigou and Aba Prefecture
Key facts
- Admission
- No entry ticket is needed for the ancient city. A combined ticket is required to visit some attractions, priced at ¥58.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Getting there
- Take a minibus from Guangyuan→Zhaohua (about 30 minutes; ¥10 per person). The Zhaohua Ancient City Visitor Center has a car park that accommodates cars, coaches and minibuses.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 379. Open in Google Maps
About Zhaohua Ancient City
A strategic gateway in northern Sichuan, Zhaohua was a prize fought over by military forces throughout history. The famous battles in ‘Romance of the Three Kingdoms’, including Zhang Fei’s lantern-lit night battle with Ma Chao, took place here. Its winding bluestone-paved old streets and weathered stone city walls record more than 2,000 years of history.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zhaohua Ancient City cost?
Admission to Zhaohua Ancient City is No entry ticket is needed for the ancient city. A combined ticket is required to visit some attractions, priced at ¥58., as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Zhaohua Ancient City?
Take a minibus from Guangyuan→Zhaohua (about 30 minutes; ¥10 per person). The Zhaohua Ancient City Visitor Center has a car park that accommodates cars, coaches and minibuses.
How long should I spend at Zhaohua Ancient City?
Plan on 3–4 hours for Zhaohua Ancient City.
Where is Zhaohua Ancient City?
Zhaohua Ancient City is in Jiuzhaigou and Aba Prefecture, Sichuan Province, in the Southwest of China.
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