Xian, China

Weiyang Palace

Weiyang Palace, Xian

Weiyang Palace was the Han dynasty's seat of power, begun in 200 BCE under Emperor Gaozu and his minister Xiao He. Once enormous, it governed China for centuries before falling to ruin. Today its rammed-earth platforms survive as a UNESCO-listed archaeological park.

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Roots Earth has a longer story for Weiyang Palace, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 34.30444, 108.85722

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