introduce

Xichang Satellite Launch Center, built in the early 1970s, is a new type of satellite launch base with the most advanced equipment in Asia and the ability to launch spacecraft with large functions. It is located in the beautiful mountains and beautiful waters about 60 kilometers northwest of Xichang City.

The two launch stations in the launch site area (namely, the No. 2 launch station known as the "Asia's No. 1 Tower" and the new No. 3 launch station to ensure the smooth implementation of my country's moon landing plan), as well as the technical testing center and command center. The control center and other supporting facilities can undertake and complete various types of domestic and foreign satellite launch services.

Since the first experimental communication satellite was successfully launched in 1984, more than 20 satellites have been successfully launched by "Long March 3", "Long March 2E" and "Long March 3A" carrier rockets in more than ten years. It was opened to the outside world in 1988. So far, hundreds of thousands of tourists from home and abroad have come to this magical canyon to learn about the wonderful process of rocket launches.

opening hours

March 1st-November 30th 08:00-18:00 (last admission 18:00); December 1st-February 28th 08:30-17:30 (last admission 17:00) :30)

Preferential treatment policy

child:Tickets are free for those under 1.2 meters in height (inclusive)
With a tour guide:Tickets are free with the tour guide card
elder:60 years old (included) and above with old age card or ID card, discount
the disabled:With disability certificate, discount
soldier:Discounts with military ID
student:Full-time primary and secondary school students with student ID card, discount
Supplementary Note:The above information is for reference only, and the specific information is subject to the scene of the scenic spot.

must see tips

To enter the satellite base for tourism, you must carry your ID card, and it is strictly forbidden to carry camera equipment.