Nanming landmarks selected for 'Must-Visit City List'

Jiaxiu Pavilion illuminated by golden lights. [Photo/WeChat Account of Shuangshuang Guiyang Jiaxiu Nanming]

Two iconic landmarks from Guiyang city's Nanming district – Jiaxiu Pavilion and Ecat Art Palace – have made Dianping's "Must-Visit City List".

Jiaxiu Pavilion, located along the Nanming River in the heart of Guiyang, was built in 1598 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and is a significant cultural landmark and a symbol of the city's rich history. The three-story structure, nearly 23 meters high, features a traditional Chinese multi-eaved design with four elegant corners.

Night view of Ecat Art Palace. [Photo/WeChat Account of Shuangshuang Guiyang Jiaxiu Nanming]

Ecat Art Palace, inspired by the Palace of Versailles, was designed by international artists and embodies the artistic grandeur of medieval Europe. The palace, covering over 180,000 square meters, was constructed between 2011 and 2022 as part of the Guiyang Huaguoyuan Urban Complex. With its 106-meter-high, 13-story main building, this European-style masterpiece is like a mysterious French castle nestled against the mountains.