Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Nanjing China

The Ming Xiaoling is the mausoleum of the Hongwu Emperor, the founder of the Ming dynasty. It lies at the southern foot of Purple Mountain, located east of the historical centre of Nanjing. Legend says that in order to prevent robbery of the tomb, 13 identical processions of funeral troops started from 13 city gates to obscure the real burying site.
  • Location: Xuanwu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
  • Official name: Xiaoling Tomb including area from Treasure Mound to Shenlieshan Stele, including Plum Blossom Hill, and Big Golden Gate
  • Part of: Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties
  • Criteria: Cultural: (i)(ii)(iii)(iv)(vi)
  • Reference: 1004ter-005
  • Inscription: 2000 (24th Session)
  • Extensions: 2003, 2004

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