Yueyang Pavilion
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Central China (华中) » Hunan (湖南) » Yueyang (岳阳) » Yueyang Pavilion (Yueyang Pavilion, 岳阳楼旅游区)Yueyang Pavilion (Yueyang Pavilion, 岳阳楼旅游区) | |
| Address: | West Gate of Yueyang Old City, Hunan Province., Yueyang, Hunan |
| Phone: | 0730-8315588，8319435 |
| Fax: | 0730-8315588 |
| Price Range: | ￥46 ~ ￥46 |
| Hours: | May 1st –September 30th : 6：30-19：00October 1st –April 30th : 7：00-18：30 |
| Tourist Rating: |  |
| Short Description: | Yueyang Gate with the tallness of 4 meters, width of more than 2 meters and length of 42 meters, is a vaulted door opening made by huge granite beside magnificent Yueyang Pavilion and endless Dongting Lake. A stone tablet caved of Yueyang Gate is a valuable cultural relic. |
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[edit] Description
The Yueyang Pavilion is an ancient architectural treasure which is located on the shores of Dongting Lake in Yueyang City, Hunan Province. The Yueyang Pavilion is one of four famous Chinese pavilions. The other famous pavilions are the Tengwang Pavilion in Hubei Province, the Yellow Crane Tower in Jiangxi Province and the Penglai Pavilion in Shandong Province. The Yueyang Pavilion is a three storey, rectangular building which reaches 15 meters (about 49 feet) high and is constructed entirely from wood. Surprisingly, no nails or beams have been used in its construction. This is a rare feature in classical architecture. Pillars have been included in the construction to ensure the strength of the building. Four pillars made of 'Nanmu' wood support the entire pavilion; twelve pillars of catalpa wood support the eaves of the first storey and a further twelve pillars have been included to support the second storey. The roof of the pavilion is built using unusual curved lines which are similar to the shape of a helmet used by a knight of ancient times. Seen from a distance, the Yueyang Pavilion seems like a giant bird which is in flight. The red building with its yellow glazed roof tiles is a splendid and colorful sight. Views here are spectacular. You will see the pavilion glowing in the sunshine together with the drifting clouds as reflections on the glimmering surface of the Dongting Lake. You will also see the white sails of passing boats contrasting with the blue sky. Couplets and carved screens are hung on the wall inside the building providing the visitors with the history of this pavilion.
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Go around: You can get to Yueyang Pavilion directly from the downtown by bus 2 or 9.Or you can take taxi. The travel boat is on work from March to November every year. You can get on the boat at Yueyang Pavilion dock.
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[edit] Complain
- Complaint call of Yueyang City：0730-8232528
- Complaint call of Hunan Province：0731-4717614
- Complaint call of State Tourism Office:010-65275315
[edit] Best Travel Time
Yueyang is located on the bank of Dongting Lake and falls within northern subtropical monsoon climate with long warm period, short freeze-up and rich rainfalls; 4 distinct seasons with sunlight of 1792 hours and frost-free period of 277 days. The annul average temperature is 16.9℃.The best travel time is May to October.
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