Yongningmen, City gate in Beilin District, Xi'an, China.
The Yongningmen gate features a height of 12 meters and stands as part of the rectangular Xi'an City Wall that spans 13.74 kilometers in circumference.
Originally constructed in 582 AD as Anshang Gate during the Sui Dynasty, the structure received its current name Yongningmen during the Ming Dynasty reconstruction in 904 AD.
Each brick in the gate structure contains identification numbers, implemented during the 1980s restoration to maintain construction records and facilitate repairs.
The South Gate serves as the primary entrance for visitors exploring the Xi'an City Wall, with operating hours from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
The gate maintains its original structural elements despite losing its archery tower in the 1920s, distinguishing it from other gates in the fortification system.
Location: Beilin District
Part of: Fortifications of Xi'an
GPS coordinates: 34.25314,108.94235
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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