Xuchang Chunqiu Building: The legendary place where Guan Yu read the Spring and Autumn Annals at night

📍Location: Xuchang Chunqiu Building Cultural Relic Scenic Area, located in the center of Xuchang City, Henan Province, in the middle section of Wenmiao Qian Street. 🏛Historical Background: Xuchang Chunqiu Building, also known as Dajie Pavilion, has been historically referred to as Guan Gong Residence, Wu'an King Temple, Guan Wang Temple, 'Liangyuan Yingfeng' Temple, Guan Fuzi Shrine, and Guandi Temple. It is an ancient architectural complex in the style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and it is a key cultural relic protection unit of Henan Province, as well as a national AAA-rated tourist attraction. In the fifth year of Jian'an of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Guan Yu, in order to protect the safety of the empress dowager, temporarily joined Cao Cao after the 'Tushan Three Agreements' and came to Xuchang, where he read the 'Spring and Autumn Annals' by candlelight through the night. 🏰Architectural Features: The Chunqiu Building ancient architectural complex was initially built during the Yuan Dynasty's Zhiyuan period and has been repaired multiple times throughout the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. The central axis of the outer courtyard sequentially includes the Zhi Gate, Bell and Drum Tower, Chunqiu Building, Dao Yin Building, and Guan Sheng Temple, among others. The inner courtyard contains the Wen'an Pavilion, Gan Mi Erhou Palace, Gua Yin Feng Jin Hall, and other auxiliary buildings. 💰Ticket Information: Adult ticket: 25 yuan Half-price ticket: 12.5 yuan Guided tour fee: 30 yuan ⏰Opening Hours: Summer: 7:50-18:30 Winter: 7:50-17:30 🕒Suggested Duration of Visit: About 1 hour 🚌How to Get There: Take bus No. 33 to Chunqiu Building Chunqiu Square Station, which goes directly to the entrance of the scenic area. Take bus No. 4 or 99 to Chunqiu Square Station. 📌Tips: To experience Guan Yu's bravery and loyalty, and to taste the history and culture of Xuchang, why not visit the Xuchang Chunqiu Building!