Hanfu Experience in Pingyao
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Hanfu Experience in Pingyao
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Introduction Hanfu Experience in Pingyao

Introduction
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Step into the ancient city of Pingyao, wear elegant Hanfu, and start a historical journey through the Ming and Qing dynasties.

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Shanxi Merchants' Legacy, Treasure of Hanfu: Pingyao, the birthplace of Shanxi Merchants' culture, has Hanfu styles that mostly follow the regulations of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Wide robes with large sleeves and dark patterns and embroidery strictly restore historical details, from the buttons on the collar to the pleats on the skirt. Integrating into the elegant style of Shanxi merchants, it seems as if you can see the figure of the banker of the old days shuttling through the streets.

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Ancient city with elegant charm, Hanfu adds color: The blue tiles and gray walls, ancient streets and alleys of Pingyao Ancient City are the natural show of Hanfu. Strolling under the city wall in Hanfu, the ancient charm comes to your face; walking through the old site of Rishengchang Bank, every gesture is a story. There is also Ming and Qing Street, where Hanfu, time-honored shops and traditional handicrafts complement each other, and every photo is like a painting.

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Exquisite art escort, immersive enjoyment: Pingyao's local makeup artists are proficient in the aesthetics of Hanfu. They adjust the makeup according to the different styles of Hanfu, with eyebrows like distant black and lips like cherry blossoms. The photography team is a light and shadow artist who skillfully captures every inch of light and shadow changes in the ancient city, and accurately composes the picture with the best angle, perfectly integrating the charm of Hanfu and Pingyao Ancient City, and freezing it into an eternal and beautiful picture.

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Come to Pingyao to experience Hanfu, it is like opening a door to the ancient charm of Ming and Qing Dynasties, and indulge in the charm of history and fashion.

Trip Moments Hanfu Experience in Pingyao

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Hold on! Recommendations for 7 travel destinations suitable for October-December

Hold on! Recommendations for 7 travel destinations suitable for October-December

Avoiding the National Day, staggered travel from October to December, if you haven't planned yet and don't know where to go, look here, I have compiled 7 super beautiful tourist attractions for you, collect them and go with your family and friends! 1⃣️Guangwushan Starting from October every year, the land of China from north to south will be ignited by this fire-like red, known as the 'longest natural red carpet in Asia'! It is the largest red leaf viewing area in Asia, and the red leaf season lasts for a month~ 🎈 Guangwushan Town, Nanjiang County, Bazhong City, Sichuan Province 2⃣️Changbai Mountain This is a magical world that is not inferior to Kanas, Tianchi, canyons, forests, waterfalls, every scene is incredibly beautiful. In winter, the snow-capped mountains, the frozen Tianchi, plus the sky blue that is unbelievable, it's just too beautiful! 🎈 Southeast of Chibei District, Erdaobaihe Town, Antu County, Jilin Province 3⃣️Tengchong The average annual temperature is 19℃, the climate is comfortable and pleasant, and it has also been rated as 'one of the most suitable places for human habitation'. Here, you can completely fall in love with autumn and take you into the beautiful season of golden yellow fallen leaves in Ginkgo Village and the romantic Wuliang Mountain winter cherry blossoms. 🎈 Western Yunnan Province 4⃣️Shennongjia In October-November of Shennongjia, it is even more 'colorful' that makes people lose their self-confidence - as far as the eye can see, the hills and valleys are all colors splashed by the autumn wind The colorful oil painting-like light and shadow, the pure sky is vast and Deep, a few white cotton-like floating clouds are floating leisurely~ 🎈 Northwestern Hubei Province 5⃣️Shanxi In Taiyuan City, visit Hengshan and Jinci to understand Chinese ancient architecture and religious culture. You can also go to Pingyao Ancient City and stroll in this small town with a history of 4,000 years, feeling the strong historical atmosphere on the stone street 6⃣️Western Sichuan The colorful forests in Western Sichuan are blooming, and the maple leaves are brilliant, attracting tourists from all over the place. If you can encounter such a color feast, it will definitely leave a heavy color in your memory~ 🎈 Western region of Sichuan Basin 7⃣️Yunnan The autumn in Yunnan also contains grandeur, the trees with colorful layers, reflecting on the lake, like the mirror of this autumn color, the distant snow-capped mountains, also willingly become the background. The tenderness of the wind, flowers, snow and moon, the just right coolness, the leisurely half-day leisure, the grandeur of the golden...
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Pingyao Ancient City offers a 125 yuan ¥RMB pass that covers all must-visit spots

Pingyao Ancient City offers a 125 yuan ¥RMB pass that covers all must-visit spots

Pingyao Ancient City is a square-shaped city surrounded by ancient walls, with a moat outside and four main streets, among which the South Street is the most bustling With the pass, you can directly scan QR codes at each attraction using your mobile phone, and you can save the purchased electronic voucher in your photo album. Identity card scanning may not work, personally tested. Many attractions are concentrated on South Street, so plan your route to check in at some must-visit spots (Ancient City Wall~Wang's Grand Courtyard~City God Temple~County Government Office~Xietongqing~Rishengchang, the pioneer of banks~China's Escort Agency).
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Stay in Pingyao: Stay in a 200-year-old mansion.

Stay in Pingyao: Stay in a 200-year-old mansion.

In Pingyao Ancient City, the most impressive place is this private mansion of a silk merchant in the Qing Dynasty - Jinzhai. Although it is located on the bustling East Street, it is a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the world. - 💫 The gate of Jinzhai perfectly meets the need for space definition. When you open the gate, you will be in another space that calms your mind. The shouts of merchants and the hustle and bustle of tourists on the street disappear. You will be greeted by a simple but warm greeting from the butler, "Welcome back." 💫 The mottled walls and faded wooden pillars seem to tell the mark of the times. The courtyard features of the Jin merchant's mansion are preserved, and the interior decoration is integrated with modern elements. You can feel the designer's dedication in every corner. 💫 The mansion is furnished with many collections of the owner, from ancient to modern times. What attracts me is the books that can be seen everywhere in the courtyard. Many of them are not available in bookstores. There are historical introductions of Shanxi and Pingyao, a complete collection of ancient Chinese architecture, cultural analysis of Buddhist temples around the world, and some English books with inscriptions, which should be left by tourists from all over the world who stayed here before. They took away the historical memories of Shanxi, Pingyao, and ancient Chinese cities, and left their culture and life. The cultural exchange here is also the reason why I think Jinzhai is full of vitality. 🍜 The breakfast is amazing, especially the western-style omelet and pancake. The beef noodles are also cooked with delicious sauce. The souvenir on the day of departure is Pu'er tea and a cute little cloth bag, which is a great experience. - 🌟 Recommendation: 5 stars 🧭 Navigation: No. 16, East Street, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City 💰 Price: 1,500+ (for reference only), depending on the season and room type 🍜 Food: The breakfast menu is available in Chinese and Western styles, and can be adjusted according to the taste of guests. The beef noodles, handmade buns, and scrambled eggs are all delicious. The hotel itself is antique, well maintained, clean, and soundproof. The hotel will arrange browsing cars and staff to pick up and drop off guests, ask about the needs of guests, and introduce attractions and routes. Pu'er tea and Chinese knot pendants are given as gifts before departure.
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Ma Family Courtyard: A Historical Gem
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Ma Family Courtyard: A Historical Gem

#favouriteitinerary Ma Family Courtyard, once the residence of the governor of Pingyao, features architecture from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. This historical site not only provides a picturesque setting for photography but also offers a panoramic view of Pingyao. Personal Opinion: In my opinion, Ma Family Courtyard is a remarkable location that beautifully captures the essence of Ming and Qing architecture. Its historical significance, combined with the stunning views it offers, makes it an excellent spot for both history enthusiasts and photography lovers.
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Pingyao Ancient City - Shanxi ☆
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Pingyao Ancient City - Shanxi ☆

UNESCO World Heritage Site Ping Yao is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a traditional Han Chinese city, founded in the 14th century. Its urban fabric shows the evolution of architectural styles and town planning in Imperial China over five centuries. Getting There - I drove from Taiyuan, but you can take a high speed train. Attractions - The Ancient city itself, nice environment to walk around, rent a bike... Hotels - I would have stayed one night inside if I had time, so you can enjoy the city without too many people. Food & Restaurants - Some Chinese restaurants and lots of snack shops. Shopping - Main street with many shops. #culturalattraction
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Stay in a homestay in an ancient building!!!

Stay in a homestay in an ancient building!!!

👉🏿Hidden in the countryside, the Peach Blossom Fragrance Rural Resort is located in the Loess Plateau village. Named after the peach blossom fragrance, it restores the living memory of this land in the cave-style building. Meiyang Xiaohu Rural Resort 👉🏿The homestay is located in the ancient village of Xiaohu, which has a history of more than 1,600 years. This is the former residence of Shi Pingmei, a talented woman in the Republic of China. The ancient village is simple and peaceful, quiet and tranquil. The homestay is built along the trend and freely distributed in the village. You need to stay here to slowly appreciate the ancient charm of 1,600 years. 👉🏿Pingyao Lost Village A lost village, some memories of the cave, in an old village in Pingyao, an arched building made of rammed earth, the rough appearance has a unique design inside, find the old village homestay! 👉🏿The homestay is located halfway up the Cuiyan Peak in the middle of Mount Wutai, surrounded by mountains. Looking out from the homestay, you can see the mountains, the Buddha hall, and the healing residence of peace and tranquility. Yunqiu Mountain Light Wild Yunqiu Mountain Cliff Capsule Homestay, 10 capsules are suspended on the top of the mountain at 1,330 meters, with a 270° surround stereo window facing the cliff and gully, which is a spectacular 👉🏿accommodation experience! Lishan·Left Bank High-end Wild Luxury Homestay The mountains in Shanxi are majestic and magnificent, like the backbone of the earth, standing in North China. Lishan·Left Bank is located deep in the mountains, in the lush green valley, with a mountain spring swimming pool in summer and a mountain wild pool in winter. 👉🏿Shanxi Taihang Manghe·Taihang Honeyland Joint Store 👉🏿Taihang Honeyland is a hidden place, located in the sweet town of Manghe, Shanxi, surrounded by the Taihang Mountains, with rich resources such as ancient castles and cultural relics. It is a place where ancient castles from the Ming and Qing Dynasties are gathered. The room is a very distinctive prefabricated room combined with glass and steel frame.
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Yonglonghao Lacquerware | Ingenious craftsmanship.

Yonglonghao Lacquerware | Ingenious craftsmanship.

| Ingenious craftsmanship. You can't imagine how amazing the exquisite lacquerware is. Its exquisite craftsmanship and elegant taste make it a must-see when visiting the ancient city. Pingyao lacquerware originated in the Kaiyuan period of the Tang dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing dynasties. It has a history of 1,200 years and is one of the four major lacquer arts in China. It has always been a famous product of Shanxi, the first of the three treasures of Pingyao, and a world intangible cultural heritage, a treasure of the times that has been passed down for thousands of years. The front hall of Yonglonghao is the exhibition area, and the backyard has many introductions to the process and some tools. Here you can visit the workers making lacquerware, which is simply a boon for collectors. There is also a pair of very eye-catching "World's First Chopsticks" in the courtyard, which are said to have won the Guinness World Record in Shanghai. The walls of the store are filled with lacquerware of all sizes and characteristics, including many practical lacquerware items with new elements creatively incorporated by Yonglonghao. Location: Yonglonghao is located at No. 57, South Street
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Pingyao itinerary for 2 Day trip
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Pingyao itinerary for 2 Day trip

#chinatravelitinerary Pingyao is a well-preserved ancient city that offers a glimpse into China’s rich history. Its traditional architecture and ancient city walls make it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Day 1: Beijing → Pingyao (Historical Exploration) 🚄🏰 Morning: Travel to Pingyao • 7:30 AM: Depart from Beijing West Railway Station via high-speed train to Pingyao Ancient City Station (approximately 4 hours). • 11:30 AM: Arrive in Pingyao and check into a traditional guesthouse within the ancient city walls. Afternoon: Ancient City Walk • 12:30 PM: Enjoy a local Shanxi lunch featuring Pingyao beef and daoxiaomian (knife-cut noodles). • 2:00 PM: Begin your exploration at the Ancient City Wall, walking along the ramparts for panoramic views. • 3:30 PM: Visit the Rishengchang Exchange House, China’s first bank, to learn about ancient banking systems. • 5:00 PM: Stroll through Ming-Qing Street, lined with traditional shops and teahouses. Evening: Cultural Immersion • 6:30 PM: Dine at a local restaurant, savoring Shanxi vinegar dishes and steamed buns. • 8:00 PM: Experience a traditional shadow puppet show or Pingyao opera at a local theater. Day 2: Historical Sites & Leisure 🚶♂️🕍 Morning: Temple Visits • 8:00 AM: Breakfast with local pastries and soy milk. • 9:00 AM: Visit the Shuanglin Temple, known for its exquisite painted sculptures. • 11:00 AM: Explore the Confucius Temple, delving into ancient educational traditions. Afternoon: Leisure and Departure • 12:30 PM: Lunch at a quaint café, trying Yam dishes and local desserts. • 2:00 PM: Relax at a traditional teahouse, enjoying local teas and the serene ambiance. • 4:00 PM: Depart from Pingyao Ancient City Station back to Beijing. • 8:00 PM: Arrive in Beijing, concluding your journey. #Everydayjourney #staycation #china #travelitinerary
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Pingyao Ancient City: A Journey Through Time

Pingyao Ancient City: A Journey Through Time

In the vast land of China, there is an ancient city that stands quietly, like a living history book. It is the ancient city of Pingyao in Shanxi. "One city to see Shanxi, one street for 5,000 years" is no exaggeration. Pingyao Ancient City is the first of the four ancient cities in China. It has been more than 2,800 years since its establishment. When you step into this ancient city, it is as if you have traveled back in time. The tall and majestic city walls surround the ancient city. Although they have been tempered by time and war, they are still as strong as ever, silently guarding the peace within the city. The city gate towers stand tall, with flying eaves and bucket arches, showing the majesty and solemnity of the past. Inside the city, Ming and Qing-style buildings are lined up. The bluestone roads are winding and twisting, and after years of polishing, they shine with a warm luster, as if telling the prosperity of the past. The ancient residential courtyards are laid out in a rigorous manner, with exquisite wood carvings, brick carvings, and stone carvings everywhere. Every detail shows the ingenuity and extraordinary wisdom of the ancients. Rishengchang Bank, as the pioneer of modern banks in China, its former site witnessed the glory and honor of Shanxi merchants, making people think of the prosperity of Shanxi merchants who were once the richest in the world. Walking through the streets and alleys of Pingyao Ancient City, the air is filled with the breath of history. The ancient county government office is solemn and solemn, the Pingyao Confucian Temple is full of books, and there are ancient temples and Taoist temples, with incense lingering, carrying people's prayers and expectations for a better life. Here, time seems to slow down, the hustle and bustle of the world gradually fades away, leaving only inner peace and harmony. Pingyao Ancient City is not only a museum of architecture, but also a treasure of traditional Chinese culture. With its unique charm, it attracts tourists from all over the world to explore the history of thousands of years, appreciate the beauty of ancient architecture, and feel the brilliance of ancient wisdom. Come and start a journey to Pingyao Ancient City, let your soul be baptized and sublimated in the long river of history. Pingyao Ancient City·Pingyao
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A 6-day adventure in Jinzhong, Xinzhou, and Datong

A 6-day adventure in Jinzhong, Xinzhou, and Datong

Hey guys! A 6-day tour of Jinzhong, Xinzhou, and Datong, covering the highlights of Shanxi! Here is a super practical guide. Save it and start your journey to Shanxi! . 📅Itinerary: Day 1: Yuncheng Salt Street Explore the ancient Yuncheng Salt Street and experience the fusion of history and modernity. Day 2: Wang Family Courtyard in Shanxi—Pingyao Ancient City Visit the magnificent Wang Family Courtyard, then stroll through Pingyao Ancient City and enjoy the charm of the ancient city wall. Day 3: Mount Wutai Climb Mount Wutai, visit the Buddhist holy land, and experience tranquility and sanctity. Day 4: Hanging Temple—Yungang Grottoes—Xinzhou Ancient City Challenge the thrilling Hanging Temple, admire the artistic treasures of the Yungang Grottoes, and finally visit Xinzhou Ancient City to feel the weight of history. Day 5: Donghu Vinegar Garden—Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Shaanxi Visit Donghu Vinegar Garden to learn about traditional vinegar culture, then head to the spectacular Hukou Waterfall to feel the majestic momentum of the Yellow River. Day 6: Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area Stroll through Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area, enjoy the freshness and tranquility of nature, and end your pleasant journey. . Must-see attractions: Yungang Grottoes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province - Opening hours: Unlimited - Duration: 3–4 hours - The thousand-year-old grottoes show the beauty of the artistic integration of ancient Indian, Western, and Central Plains ethnic groups. Pingyao Ancient City ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Kangning Road, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 1–2 days - Immerse yourself in the ancient city of Jin merchants' culture, and the night view is even more dreamy. Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Shaanxi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: G309, Yichuan County, Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province - Opening hours: October 8–December 31, 08:00–17:00 - Duration: 2–3 hours - The spectacular Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, with golden water flowing like a giant dragon, is breathtaking. . **Notes**: - Specialty prices: Datong specialties such as Yanggao apricot and yellow rice cake are affordable and suitable as souvenirs to take home. 🛍️ - Photo spots: Don't miss the ancient sites such as Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple, as well as the night view of Datong Ancient City, which are great places to take photos! 📸 - December climate: Datong is cold in winter, so remember to prepare warm clothes to keep comfortable while traveling. ❄️ - Customs: In Datong, you can experience folk activities such as kicking drum yangko dance and feel the enthusiasm and cultural charm of the locals. 💃 . Explore Jinzhong, Xinzhou, and Datong, and the itinerary is full of dry goods. Don't forget to save this guide so you won't get lost on your trip!
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Xinzhou Ancient City Private Hot Spring Courtyard | A Millennium Journey of Hot Spring Healing

Xinzhou Ancient City Private Hot Spring Courtyard | A Millennium Journey of Hot Spring Healing

🌿Xinzhou Ancient City Private Hot Spring Courtyard | A Millennium Journey of Hot Spring Healing, a Couple's Retreat in an Oriental Aesthetic Painting✨ 💡【Preface】In this thousand-year-old city of Xinzhou, Shanxi, blessed by time, I unexpectedly discovered a hidden paradise beyond imagination - a private hot spring courtyard with gray tiles and white walls, a zen-like space filled with hot spring mist that completely healed my urban anxiety! This comprehensive guide will help you unlock the experience of "staying in a historical hot spring retreat." ### 🌟【The Perfect Location】 📍Location: Deep in Wutong Lane, South Street, Xinzhou Ancient City 🚗Transportation: 1.5h drive from Taiyuan/15min taxi from Xinzhou West High-speed Railway Station ✨Secrecy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When the GPS indicated arrival, a breathtaking view unfolded: Ming Dynasty city walls meandering like a dragon, a thousand-year-old Chinese scholar tree casting dappled shadows at the lane entrance, and our destination - "Qiyun Hall" hot spring guesthouse, nestled within this living historical texture. The moment the butler welcomed us with an oil-paper umbrella, it felt like stepping into a Zhang Yimou film's oriental aesthetic scroll. ### 🏡【Living in an Oriental Courtyard of Intangible Heritage Craftsmanship】 Pushing open the heavy carved wooden door, the 270° panoramic courtyard left us speechless - bamboo shadows dancing on bluestone slabs, Taihu rocks adorned with moss, and most impressive, an outdoor hot spring pool in the courtyard center! The pool is lined with old kiln bricks from northern Shanxi, with traditional Chinese medicine bags floating on the surface - the butler explained it's a daily fresh-made angelica and astragalus bath. ✨Room Options: ▫️"Cloud View" Loft: Two-story panoramic glass room + stargazing pool ▫️"Rain Listening" Private Courtyard: Ultra-private Japanese rock garden ▫️"Moon Embrace" Panoramic Suite: Private calligraphy tea room + heated tatami Our chosen "Drunk in Flowers" private villa was stunning! In the three-section courtyard, hand-tied-dyed curtains sway in the breeze, old elm furniture gleams with a warm luster, and surprisingly, there's an incense burner made from intangible heritage Jiangzhou Chengni inkstone by the bed. The best part is the retractable glass roof above the private pool - perfect for stargazing on clear nights or listening to rain, simply romantic beyond words! ### 🌸【24-hour Hot Spring Healing Schedule】 🕖7:00 Morning Soak: Immerse in 42°C natural spring water as sunrise colors the ancient corner tower 🍵14:00 Tea and Zen: Brew aged white tea on charcoal stove, paired with wild sea buckthorn cake from Mount Wutai 🌙21:00 Starlight Bath: Soak with butler's special blend of rose salt + mugwort pack for complete muscle relaxation 💤23:00 Sleep Mode: Drift into deep sleep on buckwheat pillows with cypress aroma Secret tip❗Book in advance for "Traditional Acupuncture + Hot Spring Therapy" - the Chinese medicine doctor's customized 12-hour herbal bath feels like a full-body spa treatment! ### 🍜【Mind-blowing Northern Shanxi Cuisine】 The guesthouse dining exceeded all expectations - we had three bowls! ▪️Breakfast: Fresh soybean milk pudding + yellow rice cake + Pingyao beef stuffed pancakes ▪️Lunch: Dingxiang steamed meat with oat noodles (butler teaches how to roll them!) ▪️Late Night: Copper hot pot with pickled vegetable tofu soup, featuring premium Youyu Salt Pool lamb! Highly recommend the "Mount Wutai Vegetarian Feast": stuffed bitter gourd with mushrooms, zen eight-treasure rice, golden lotus flower with snow fungus... each dish comes with a Buddhist story, leaving you feeling spiritually cleansed. ### 📸【Perfect Photo Spots】 1️⃣ Hanfu photos under the eaves: Free traditional Shanxi merchant's wife-style embroidered robes 2️⃣ Moon gate silhouette: Use lantern lighting at dusk for Wong Kar-wai movie vibes 3️⃣ Aerial pool view: Drone shots of the ink painting-like courtyard 4️⃣ Calligraphy in study: Grind ink on Chengni inkstone to practice Fu Shan's calligraphy ### 🚶【Ancient City Secrets Within Walking Distance】 🌅5:30 Watch sunrise at Xiurong Academy's city wall 🕯19:00 Food tour in Taishan Temple Lane: Bowl holders, Daona cake, date cake fragrance for miles 🎭20:30 Watch intangible heritage shadow puppetry "Yang Family Generals" at City God Temple 📿Special experience: Night exploration of Yuan Dynasty ancient theater with the innkeeper, listening to stories about Liang Sicheng's architectural surveys ### 💌【Honest Tips from Experience】 ✅Best time to visit: Late autumn to early spring (stunning snow scenes with hot springs! Avoid summer peak) 💰Value: 500+ per person including breakfast + free Hanfu experience (200+ cheaper than certain platforms) 👫Suitable for: Couples/honeymoons/friend retreats/cultural deep dives ⚠️Tips to avoid pitfalls: Book view rooms 1 week ahead! Be cautious with standard rooms on rainy days (some rooms have limited natural light) Gazing at stars from the courtyard, I suddenly understood: true luxury isn't about price tags, but about having healing moments for two within the 1,400-year pulse of an ancient city. Xinzhou, this underrated treasure of a city, is absolutely worth a special trip❤️
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A Window To Ancient China: Charming Pingyao
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A Window To Ancient China: Charming Pingyao

#ancienttown Pinyao is a museum city, there are about a hundred of them on its relatively small territory. All of them are protected by the state and included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List. At the same time, ordinary people live within the old city, life is in full swing here. Unlike most of the historical buildings of Imperial China, which today are uninhabited and serve only as museums, with crowds of tourists, Pinyao is a living city. This is precisely his special attractive power. On the one hand, everything there is imbued with the spirit and culture of ancient China, but at the same time life goes on as usual. Pinyao has the fame of a city of banks! Therefore, while walking through Pinyao, you can learn something about the Chinese credit system of the 19th century. The origin of Pinyao as a center of commerce and trade began at the end of the 16th century, when the wealthy artisans, dyers and merchants of the province realized that Pinyao was an excellent place for trade. After all, two trade routes intersected in the city. Shops, exchange offices or mini-manufactories began to appear in every house. And in the 19th century, Pinho experienced a short but turbulent period of economic prosperity. In 1824, the first bank in China, Zhi Sheng Chang, opened here. Pinyao is becoming a rich shopping center, and he had to protect himself. The wall, built in 1370, was dilapidated. Later, it was gradually restored, from the inside with packed clay, from the outside with the help of baked bricks. There are 3,797 Siheyuan in Pinyao City. These are such square courtyards, along the perimeter of which houses are located. There are no windows in the outer walls of these courtyards. Approximately 400 courtyards have been preserved almost in their original form. Most of the buildings have wooden floors and stone exterior walls. The roofs of the houses are covered with gray tiles. Some are decorated with stone columns. Those houses that are richer are decorated with decorative architectural superstructures and animal stucco.
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