Luoyang Luze Guild Hall

Welcome to the Luze Guild Hall, located in the old city district of Luoyang, Henan Province, China. This historic site is situated on the north side of Jiudu East Road and west side of Chan River. In 2001, it was designated as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. The Luze Guild Hall was first built in the ninth year of Emperor Qianlong's reign during the Qing Dynasty (1744 AD). It was funded by businessmen from Luan'an Prefecture and Zezhou Prefecture in Shanxi Province. In 1981, it was converted into the Yuxi Museum and later in 1987, it became the Luoyang Folk Museum. The architectural complex faces northeast and extends southwest along the central axis. The main buildings include a dance hall, a main hall, a rear hall, two bell towers, a corridor, and east and west auxiliary halls. The total area of the complex covers 15,750 square meters. The main hall has a double-eaved gable roof with a total area of 594.55 square meters, spanning five bays wide and five bays deep. There is also a platform in front of the hall. Visitors can admire the exquisite architecture and learn about the history and culture of the region through the various exhibits displayed in the museum. The Luze Guild Hall is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Chinese history and architecture.

Location: Luoyang

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