# Shanhaiguan Pass (山海关)

Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province · North China, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** ¥50 for Shanhaiguan Pass (First Pass Under Heaven); ¥130 combined scenic-area ticket (includes First Pass Under Heaven, Bell and Drum Towers, Wangyang Tower, Yingen Gate Tower, Wangjia Courtyard, Laolongtou and the old town sightseeing shuttle)
- **Time needed:** 4–6 hours
- **Getting there:** Near First Pass Under Heaven (bus stop); near Shanhaiguan (bus stop)
- **Good for:** History & Culture, Nature

## About Shanhaiguan Pass

Shanhaiguan is known as the “First Pass Under Heaven.” It is both a popular tourist destination and a symbolic dividing line between cultures and regions. However, the surviving structures are not authentic historical ruins, and the many cleverly staged “ambushes” built into the scenic area alone can leave visitors feeling worn out.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 1772. 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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