Mystery, history & majesty

Yongle Palace

Yongle Palace was built in the 13th century in Yongle town of Yongji county in Yuncheng city as a dedication to Lyu Dongbin, a revered Taoist sage. In 1959, its structures and murals were moved to their current site in Ruicheng county for preservation. The large-scale Taoist temple complex is particularly known for its 700-yearold murals that cover about 1,000 square meters. In the Sanqing Hall, a splendid mural measuring 94.68 meters long and 4.26 meters tall showcases a grand scene of nearly 300 sages paying homage to supreme deities. The imposing composition, with each figure radiating vitality and displaying unique costumes and facial characteristics, is an important masterpiece in China's painting history.