Hangzhou Yue Wang Temple Scenic Spot Ticket + In-depth Tour

Yue Fei Temple is located at the northwestern corner of West Lake, opposite Quyuan Fenghe (Lotus in the Breeze at the Crooked Courtyard). It is a memorial site dedicated to the national hero Yue Fei. The tombs of Yue Fei and his son, as well as the four kneeling iron statues of traitors including Qin Hui, who have been kneeling before the tomb for a thousand years, evoke strong emotions. Additionally, the exhibition halls display historical materials about Yue Fei's life, allowing visitors to learn about General Yue's story of "loyalty and devotion to the country."

Entering the main gate of the Yue Fei Temple scenic area, you will see a square courtyard. Directly ahead is the main building of the temple, the Zhonglie Shrine (Hall of Loyalty and Martyrdom). The main hall enshrines Yue Fei, with a plaque above the door bearing the four characters "Xin Zhao Tian Ri" (My Heart Shines Bright as the Sun), exuding great solemnity. Stepping into the main hall, you are greeted by a full‑length statue of Yue Fei in military attire, with his oath "Return My Rivers and Mountains" hanging high above his head. Murals on the walls around the hall depict Yue Fei's life, among which the classic story of "Yue's Mother Tattooing Characters" is widely known. On both sides of the main hall are statues of Yue Fei's two great generals, Niu Gao and Zhang Xian.

After visiting the main hall, return to the courtyard and head west. Passing through the stele corridor and crossing Jingzhong Bridge, you will reach the cemetery area, which houses the tombs of Yue Fei and his son Yue Yun. Facing the tomb is an archway. On both sides of the archway are two pairs of iron kneeling statues of traitors, who face Yue Fei's tomb, kneeling in repentance. On the left side are Qin Hui and his wife Lady Wang. In the past, visitors not only paid homage to the national hero but also considered it important to spit on these kneeling statues. Nowadays, spitting is no longer allowed, and a sign on the nearby wall reads "Civilised visit, please do not spit."

The entire Yue Fei Temple is not large, but it is filled with towering ancient trees. Exiting the cemetery area, you can quickly return to the main gate of the temple. The entire visit takes about an hour.