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The Xihoudu Site is located in Xihoudu Village, Ruicheng County, Shanxi Province in the middle reaches of the Yellow River. The site is on an ancient terrace about 170 meters above the river. The Xihoudu site is one of the typical representatives of the cultural remains of the early ape-man stage in China. The discovery of cut antlers and burnt bones of animals in the site shows that they have conquered the "God of Fire" under their feet, revealing the spirit of "all spirits". "Spirit" charm. The Xihoudu site is the oldest known Paleolithic site in China, and it is the earliest evidence of human fire use in China. In 1988, the Xihoudu site was designated as a national key cultural relic protection unit. The Xihoudu site was identified as the torch collection site for the 2nd National Youth Games in 2019.
opening hours
08:00-18:00 throughout the year; the specific business status is subject to the opening of the day.
