Yuchang Building, A 600-year-old architectural marvel, defying gravity

106 Shuyang Village, Xiabian, Shuyang Town, Nanjing County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province

The Hakka earthen buildings are indeed a unique feature

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Introduction

If you have ever been amazed by the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then the Yu Chang Building, which is also slanted, will surely catch your attention. The exterior is not particularly outstanding, only slightly larger than the average tulou. However, once you step inside the gate, you will find that the pillars lean in different directions - the third floor leans to the right, and the fourth floor leans to the left. This may be frightening, but don't worry, the Yu Chang Building has stood for more than 600 years, as stable as Mount Tai. These pillars that have leaned for hundreds of years without falling are not only visually stunning but also an important evidence of the oldest tulou in Nanjing. However, like other tulou, the residents of Yu Chang Building have had to adapt to the commercial reality. The first floor kitchen has been transformed into shops and booths, selling various homemade teas and snacks. Of course, there are also some generous and hospitable residents who will invite tourists to taste their tea for free.

Address

106 Shuyang Village, Xiabian, Shuyang Town, Nanjing County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province

Opening hours

All day (Monday-Sunday, January 1-December 31)

Transportation

1. To reach Tianluokeng scenic area: 1) Take a train to Nanjing Railway Station, then take a tourist bus outside the station, which departs every hour and costs 20 yuan/person. The journey takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, transfer to the Tulou Special Line from Nanjing Bus Station, which costs 20 yuan/person. Or hire a car, which costs about 40 yuan/person. 2) Take the 8:30 bus from Xiamen Hubin South Long-distance Bus Station to Tianluokeng, which costs 55 yuan/person and takes about 3.5 hours. 2. To reach Yuchang Lou, take the shuttle bus inside the scenic area.

Phone 15006043548