Jiayuguan
嘉峪關 · 자위관시
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Jiayuguan Pass2:04
Welcome to Jiayuguan, the legendary 'First and Greatest Pass Under Heaven.' As we stand here in the arid expanse of the Gansu Corridor, you are looking at more than just a fortress; you are observing the westernmost terminus of…
Listen in the app2The East Entrance — The Gate of Knowledge1:55
We begin our tour at the East Entrance, historically known as the 'Guanghua' or Enlightenment Gate. This was the primary entrance for those coming from the interior of China. …
Listen in the app3Wenchang Pavilion — Tribute to the Scholarly Arts1:50
In the center of the fortress complex stands the Wenchang Pavilion, a striking multi-storied structure that serves as a tribute to Wenchang Wang, the god of literature and scholarship. You might find it curious to find a temple…
Listen in the app4The Outdoor Theater — Moral and Community1:53
Adjacent to the scholarly pavilion is the Outdoor Theater, a venue that played a vital role in maintaining the morale of the Jiayuguan garrison. Life on the frontier was harsh, lonely, and often monotonous. …
Listen in the app5Guan Tian Miao — The Temple of the War God1:49
Continuing our walk through the inner courtyards, we arrive at the Guan Tian Miao, a temple dedicated to Guan Yu, the deified general of the Three Kingdoms period and the patron god of war, loyalty, and brotherhood. For the…
Listen in the app6The Legend of the Extra Brick — Perfection in Planning1:52
As we walk along the battlements of the inner wall, look closely at the ledge above the West Gate. You will see a single, solitary brick resting there. …
Listen in the app7The West Gate — The Gate of Demons1:52
We now approach the most poignant part of the fortress: the West Gate, historically known as the 'Rouyuan' Gate, or more chillingly, 'Guei Men Guan'—the Gate of Demons. This was the final exit point of the Chinese empire. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:56
Our journey through Jiayuguan concludes here, at the edge of the desert. We have walked the same stones as General Feng Sheng and countless anonymous soldiers who stood guard at this lonely outpost. …
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What is Jiayuguan?
Jiayuguan is a place in 자위관시 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 자위관시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 15 min 11 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.8015, 98.2162 |
| Last updated |