Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway - symbol of cultural landscape in Kunming
Last Update: 18th October 2020
Standing at the heart of Kunming, Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway was originally built in the Period of Xuande (1426 - 1435) in the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644). The east archway – Golden Horse Archway was named after its location that is near the Golden Horse Mountain. The west archway – Jade Rooster Archway is situated close to the Jade Rooster Mountain. The existing archway was rebuilt in 1998 based on the original style as the original one was pulled down during the Great Cultural Revolution (1966 - 1976).
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What to expect at the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway
The Golden Horse Archway is located around 30 meters from the Jade Rooster Archway. The tow archways are 12 meters tall and 18 meters wide. Both of the archways are decorated with exquisite patterns and overhanging eaves. Each end of the eaves of the Jade Rooster Archway is decorated with a painted wooden phoenix sculpture.
Reliefs of a running horse and a flying phoenix are carved at the lintels of the two smaller gates at Golden Horse Archway while reliefs of a standing rooster and a flying phoenix are carved at the lintels of the two smaller gates at Jade Rooster Archway. In the evening, the Golden Horse Archway is shone under the golden light and the Jade Rooster Archway is under the white light.
The streets near Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway are a paradise for foodies as they offer a variety of local authentic food and other types of cuisine. You can refresh yourself at one of the nearby bars as well.
Reliefs of a running horse and a flying phoenix are carved at the lintels of the two smaller gates at Golden Horse Archway while reliefs of a standing rooster and a flying phoenix are carved at the lintels of the two smaller gates at Jade Rooster Archway. In the evening, the Golden Horse Archway is shone under the golden light and the Jade Rooster Archway is under the white light.
The streets near Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway are a paradise for foodies as they offer a variety of local authentic food and other types of cuisine. You can refresh yourself at one of the nearby bars as well.
Best time to visit the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway
If you are planning to visit Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway for photography purposes, the best time to visit is in the evening.
The best months to visit are from March to November.
The best months to visit are from March to November.
How to get to the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway
Several buses pass by the archways. Therefore, there are several options.
- Rent a vehicle to the archways. This is the quickest and most direct option.
- Take Bus 3, 4, 62, 90, 98, 213, a1 and Bus k12 to the Stop of Jinmafang (金马坊站).
Additional Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway Travel Advice
- Opening hours: 24 hours
- As at 18th October 2020, the entrance pricing to the archway is free of charge.
- Please take care of your valuables.
Interested in visiting Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway on a Tour?
Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway, among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.