In 210 BC, the future Emperor Gaozu of Han declared his rebellion at Mount Mangdang, in a famous event known as the "Slaying of the White Serpent".

The structure was subsequently destroyed and reconstructed for several times; the current buildings date to the Qing dynasty.

In later times, Mount Mangdang saw several battles in various peasant rebellions, including Li Zicheng's revolt and the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom movement.

In the Sino-Japanese War, Lu Yuting (魯雨亭), a Kuomintang general, was killed in combat in this area.

A mural named Sishen Yunqi Tu (四神云气图), discovered in the mausoleum of King Gong of Liang, is considered a national treasure.