Li Zicheng (1606-1645) was a great leader of
the peasant uprising at the end of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
Once covered up by trees and tall grasses,
the tomb's exact location was unknown. With the help of detailed examination and
study, archaeologists were finally able to confirm its location and restore it
after the liberation of the People's Republic of China.
The Tomb of Li Zicheng covers an area of
8,100 square meters and has a gate tower, landmark stele, sacrifice platform,
flower bed, tomb platform and exhibition hall. A pair of lions has been
installed in front of the tomb, which is encircled by a stone wall. Also in the
front is a two-meter-high marble stele. An exhibition hall near the tomb
contains photos of the antiques and life stories of Li Zicheng.