The Wuhou Temple (The Temple of Marquis Wu) in Chengdu s south suburb is the most famous and influential of the temples dedicated to Zhuge Liang who lived from 181 until 234 AD. He is one of China s famous historic figures, and he was a renowned minister and military strategist for Emperor Liu Bei (161-223) of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms period in China. The temple is also dedicated to Emperor Liu Bei. It was built during the Qing dynasty in 1672. Because Zhuge Liang was granted the title of Wuxiang Hou (Marquis Wuxiang) in his lifetime, this temple is known as the Wuhou Memorial Temple. The temple is one of Chengdu s major attractions and contains numerous statues to Emperor Liu Bei, Zhuge Liang and other officials of the Shu Kingdom, and there are ancient inscriptions and tablets that are famous in China.
The main body of the temple is divided into five sections, the Gate, the second Gate, the Hall of Liu Bei, the corridor, and the Hall of Zhuge Liang, all of which run south to north. Inside, clay sculptures of Shu Emperor and ministers stand together, making them a special feature.
The temple houses many inscribed stone tablets. Many of the sayings and poems written on these tablets are well known. The most valuable and famous tablet was set up in 805 AD. It is 144 inches high and 37 inches wide. It is called the Tablet of Triple Success. It is called this because the text was originally penned by a famous official named Pei Du, then stylized by Liu Gongchuo who was one of China s most famous calligraphers, and then his calligraphy was carved in the tablet by a noted engraver named Lu Jian. It is some of China s finest ancient literature and craftsmanship.
His great personality, his dedicated service to others, and his outstanding intelligence place Zhuge Liang above all emperors, generals, and ministers in history. A visit to the temple illuminates his status with the Chinese people.
Opening Time:
8:00 17:30
Admission Fee
CNY 60
How to get there:
Bus Route: No: 1, 8,10,53,59,304,306
Tips:
(1) Tel: 028-85557162.
(2) The visitor may also wish to pay a visit to nearby Tingli House, which is a quadrangle courtyard full of quintessentially Chinese potted landscapes.
(3) There are also unique cultural performances and workshops in Chengdu that are interesting to see.
(4) The Chengdu Dream Tour International Youth Hotel is located only 200m from Wuhou Memorial Temple (the off-season price is only 30 Yuan).
(5) In nearby Jinli Street, the hungry visitor will find a number of snack bars offering Sichuan specialties.
(6) Lastly, the Tourist Information center can provide interesting background information about Wuhou Memorial Temple that will increase your appreciation of your visit to the area.