# Nanyue Grand Temple (南岳大庙)

Mount Heng (Nanyue Hengshan), Hunan Province · Central China, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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Language: en

## Key facts

- **Admission:** ¥40
- **Time needed:** 2–3 hours
- **Address:** North Street, Nanyue Town
- **Good for:** Architecture

## About Nanyue Grand Temple

Founded in the early Tang dynasty, Nanyue Grand Temple is the largest palace-style ancient architectural complex in southern China, its main buildings arranged in nine successive courtyards. It is a treasure of both historical significance and artistic value. Its grand scale, exquisite architecture, complete structure and meticulous layout are truly rare.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 1991. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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