Pingyao

平遥古城
ancient city in Pingyao
#2 in Pingyao / #268 in China
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Pingyao is a well-preserved ancient city located in Shanxi Province, China. Renowned for its intact Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, Pingyao is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers a glimpse into China's historical urban landscape. The city is encircled by imposing city walls and features narrow streets lined with traditional courtyard houses, temples, and government buildings. Once a major financial center during the Qing dynasty, Pingyao is famous for its ancient banking institutions, including the Rishengchang, considered the first bank in China.


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