Yunyan adds new provincial historical, cultural landmark

The Wenchang Pavilion in Yunyan district, Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, was recently recognized as a provincial-level historical and cultural block.

The Wenchang Pavilion is located in Yunyan district of Guiyang. [Photo/Guiyang news network]

Originally built in 1596, the pavilion covers 1,200 square meters. It is famous for its ingenious design and distinctive nine-sided structure.

It sits high on the walls of the east gate of Guiyang, meaning that visiting tourists can see unrivaled views of the city's skyline as well as its mountains and rivers.