Ancient Town Exploration 25【Dai County Confucius Temple: A small county in Shanxi with no buses, "National Treasure".

Dai County is located in Xinzhou City, in the north-central part of Shanxi Province. As the last city within Yanmenguan, the ancients would be outside the Great Wall once they left Dai County. Despite several wars, the overall structure of this county remains intact. The current county government is located where the Dai Prefecture Yamen was during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Yanmenguan in the sunset. Passing through the high and large city gate, you seem to have arrived at the "model room" of an ancient Chinese county. Architectural historian Liang Sicheng called it "a well-planned county". The city walls, city gates, bell towers, drum towers, and other defensive landmark buildings are all there, and some are even top-of-the-line in China. Within a one to two-hour walk, you can encounter three national treasure-level cultural relics. 📍Find the ancient charm: Shanxi Dai County Confucius Temple, an ancient building with a profound cultural heritage, quietly tells the vicissitudes of history. ⛱️Check-in spot: When you enter the Confucius Temple, the first thing you see is the solemn Dacheng Hall, which is a must-see photo spot. 🌄Travel strategy: It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid the peak of the crowd and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the ancient buildings. Why not follow a local guide and listen to the stories carved by the years. 🧳Preparation before departure: Bring comfortable walking shoes, prepare some lightweight sunscreen products, and a bottle of water to keep hydrated. ❤Recommended reason: Dai County Confucius Temple is not only a treasure trove of architectural art, but also an excellent place to experience traditional Chinese culture and Confucian thought. 🌟Highlights: There are many stone tablets in the Confucius Temple, each of which records the mark of history, and those exquisite wood carvings and stone carvings are even more breathtaking. 🍲Recommended food: After playing, you might as well taste the local snacks, such as Dai County pancakes, tofu brains, etc., and let your taste buds also take a journey through time and space. 💗Other tips: Some areas in the Confucius Temple may require additional tickets, it is recommended to check relevant information in advance. At the same time, respect cultural relics and do not touch or climb ancient buildings. Dai County Confucius Temple, a cultural sanctuary waiting for you to savor, let us embark on this journey through thousands of years together!