''Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils'' film city

The Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils film city (天龍八部影視城) is an artificial Chinese ancient city built in Dali City, Yunnan, China.

History

The city was originally built to accommodate the shooting of the television series Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils (天龍八部). The city cost 110 million RMB to construct. The park covers an area size of 700 mu (畝).[1] The park was opened in 2002 with different stages of constructions.[2][3]

Attractions

The city has sections demonstrating different dynasties such as Song, Western Xia or Liao.[1][2] Tourists can pick up replica weapons for closer examination. Visitors to the imperial palace can also pay a fee to don the emperor's robes and sit on the throne.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 YNtrip.net. "YNtrip.net." 天龍八部影視城. Retrieved on 2009-01-07.
  2. 1 2 Chinesetoday.com. "Chinesetoday.com." 天龍八部影視城成為大理旅遊熱點. Retrieved on 2009-01-05.
  3. ↑ Xinhua.net. "Xinhuanet.com." 雲南大理天龍八部影視城今日在大理正式落成. Retrieved on 2009-01-07.
  4. ↑ 斑馬在線 : 2008-01-02

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