The 72 Wonder Tower Travel Guide
Highlights, History & Visitor Information
The 72 Wonder Tower of Zhangjiajie, a new landmark in Zhangjiajie, is a unique cultural and tourism complex that combines ethnic and modern art. Recognized by the Guinness World Records as the "world's tallest diagonal tower," it's a unique structure that truly blends ethnic and modern art. As its name suggests, the towers, towering 109 meters high, are said to feature 72 different roof styles and 108 spaces with different functions. While its unique exterior is captivating during the day, its true beauty is revealed at night, when the towers are transformed into a "work of light" with illuminations and ethnic performances, providing visitors with a powerful visual impact and cultural experience.
1. Main Highlights
🏮 Tower Attractions and Experiences
The 72 Wonder Tower of Zhangjiajie are not just architectural structures, but also have the aspect of a "theme park" where you can experience Tujia culture.
• Light shows and folk performances:
This facility is centered around nighttime, with a spectacular large-scale light show taking place after sunset, covering the entire pavilion. Furthermore, live performances of traditional Tujia dance and song are held in the square, providing a spectacular entertainment for both the eyes and ears.
• Cultural experience inside the pavilion:
Inside, there is an exhibition area introducing the Tujia lifestyle and culture, a traditional craft workshop, and a gourmet street featuring Hunan and Tujia specialties, allowing visitors to experience the culture in a variety of ways: see, learn, eat, and buy.
• Great photo spot:
Its unique exterior makes it a great subject for photos both day and night. Photos with the illuminated tower in the background are sure to be a hit on social media, making it a surefire "Instagrammable" photo.
2. The thoughts behind The 72 Wonder Tower
📜 The concept and culture surrounding the 72 Wonder Tower
• A modern interpretation of the Tujia Diaojia House: A diaojia house is a traditional Tujia house built into the side of a mountain. 72 Strange Buildings reinterprets this traditional architectural style and spirit with modern technology and scale, elevating it into a gigantic symbol.
• The mysteries of the numbers "72" and "108": The number 72 is an important number in traditional Chinese culture, symbolizing "all things in heaven and earth." 108 is also known as an auspicious number in Buddhism, representing the number of earthly desires, and cultural significance is embedded throughout the building.
3. Useful Information Before Your Visit
Address：Qilou 72, Wulingshan Avenue, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City, Hunan Province
Regular Opening Hours：14:00 - 22:00 (last entrance 21:00) A night visit is a must to enjoy the night view and performances.
Closed：None (Open daily throughout the year).
Admission Tickets：Night tickets cost around 100 yuan, and we recommend purchasing them in advance online.
Access：It is about a 10-minute drive from Zhangjiajie city center (Yongding District) and is also close to Zhangjiajie Station, making it easily accessible.
4. Visiting Etiquette and Important Notes
• Best time to visit: We recommend arriving 30 minutes before sunset to enjoy both the daytime exterior and the illuminated displays that emerge in the darkness, and to be in time for the performances.
• Crowd Information: It gets very crowded during performance times. If you want to get a good spot, arrive at the square 30 minutes before the performance starts.
• Clothing: You will be walking around the building and plaza, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
5. Pandaland Trip's Original Tour Services
At Pandaland Trip, we offer unique services to maximize the entertainment value of the 72 Wonder Tower and ensure you have an efficient and in-depth experience.
• Best Spot Selection and Performance Explanation: Even in crowded conditions, we guide you to the best position to view the performance. We also provide explanations of the cultural background and meaning of the performance in your native language.
• Professional night photography: We will take you to a hidden spot where you can take the most beautiful photos of the illuminated towers. Your guide will use his professional techniques to take a memorable photo for you.
• Efficient night sightseeing plan: We will plan a comprehensive night tour that combines a visit to the 72 Wonder Tower with other night view spots in Zhangjiajie City (such as Dayong Ancient City).
• Food Guide with a Culinary Walk: In the food street inside the venue, we carefully select and introduce must-try local specialties and snacks that are more likely to suit your taste.
• Complete support in your native language: From ticket purchase to enjoying the performance and ordering food, we provide full support in your native language for every step. You can enjoy all the local insights without missing a thing.
To fully experience the highly entertaining 72 Qi Lou, Pandaland Trip’s guided tour in your native language is the best choice.. Your guide, knowledgeable in photos and local information, will guide you through an unforgettable nighttime experience in Zhangjiajie.
