The Living Fossil of China's Postal History - Jiming Post Station

Jiming Post Station is located in Jiming Post Village, Jiming Post Township, Huailai County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, 15 kilometers east of Huailai County. The Jiming Post Station was first built during the Yuan Dynasty, with a history of over 780 years. In 1219 AD, Genghis Khan led his army on a western expedition and built this city on the road to the Western Regions. The city was named Jiming Post Station because it is located at the foot of Jiming Mountain. In the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1420 AD), the Jiming Post Station was expanded and became the largest station on the route from Xuanhua Prefecture to the capital. The Jiming Post Station served both military and civilian functions until 1913 AD when the Beiyang Government decided to abolish all post stations nationwide and establish post offices, ending Jiming Post Station's 694-year history as a post station. Jiming Ancient City is currently the best-preserved, largest, and most distinctive ancient postal building complex in China, with significant historical, artistic, and scientific value. It is known as the 'living fossil' of China's postal history. Ticket Price: 40 RMB per adult Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Transportation Information: You can take bus 104 or 304 from Huailai County to get there. Special Cuisine: Caibeizi is a famous local snack that you must not miss.