Everyone who comes to Zhangjiajie for sightseeing will be fascinated by the unique sandstone peaks landform and magnificent karst landform in Wulingyuan Scenic Spot, and all of them marvel at the uncanny workmanship of nature.
However, in addition to these natural scenery, Zhangjiajie also has many cultural attractions. Among them, 72 Qilou， also known as the 72 Strange Buildings Tourist Area, is one of the most famous cultural attractions in Zhangjiajie.
The 72 Qilou is located at Shadi township in the urban area, and it is the first night life art town in Zhangjiajie. The 72 Strange Buildings tourist Area is a technique used by Chinese ancient architecture experts to demolish and restore the old, and to repair and restore the ancient. Eighteen authentic Xiangxi stilted buildings are hung on both sides of the doorway, vividly reproducing the mysterious legend of the "Nine Bows and Eighteen Strongholds Seventy Two Strange Buildings" in Xiangxi.
It is the pinnacle of Chinese Tujia architectural art, resembling a Tujia mountain fortress suspended in mid air from a distance. In 2019, it successfully declared the Guinness World Record - the world's tallest stilted building.
Travel Tips
How to get there: 1. Bus: Bus No.6, No.7, No.16, and No.17 all pass through the 72 Qilou. 2. Taxi: The starting price for a taxi is 7 yuan, and the scenic spot is located 340 meters north of the intersection of Wulingshan Avenue and Shadi Avenue.
Entrance tickets: CNY 56/p.p
Opening Hours: 15:00-23: 30
Visiting Tours: 2 Hours