Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils film city

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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[edit]

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[edit]

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[edit]

  1. ^ a b YNtrip.net. "YNtrip.net." 天龍八部影視城. Retrieved on 2009-01-07.
  2. ^ a b 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