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milies with children traveling to Datong should definitely see the Nine Dragon Screen, which is listed as the fifth batch of national treasures

As one of the three most famous Nine Dragon Screens in China, it is the oldest in construction, the largest in scale, and the most artistically charming. The Datong Nine Dragon Screen is suitable for families with children to inspire them with art and craftsmanship during their trip to Datong. Families with children visiting Datong to see the Nine Dragon Screen can save these tips: 1. The Datong Nine Dragon Screen is 45.5 meters long and 8 meters high, with nine dragons evenly distributed. It is suitable for school-aged children to calculate the total area, making it a mathematical journey beyond the confines of humanities. 2. The nine dragons on the screen are symmetrically arranged. Between the dragons, there are auspicious clouds, mountains, pearls, and aquatic plants, breaking the monotony and adding just the right amount of decoration. 3. The form of the Datong Nine Dragon Screen refers to the description of dragons in the I Ching. The central dragon is called the 'main dragon,' with four pairs of dragons on either side. Next to the main dragon are the 'hidden dragons'; next to them are the 'visible dragons'; and next to those are the 'flying dragons,' with the 'soaring dragons' on the outermost sides. 4. The creators of the Datong Nine Dragon Screen were also from Shanxi, the father and son glass craftsmen of the Wu family from Huai Ren. Huai Ren and Jie Xiu are both known as cities of glass. Now, Jie Xiu is the main focus. 5. Tickets: Free, but reservation is required. 6. Recommended duration: 1 hour. Adults can guide their children to research and observe each detail. Don't forget to check out the Sumeru Throne and the sides. 6. Opposite is the Daiwang Mansion. It's newly renovated and has performances, which require a fee to watch. It's suitable for visiting in the evening. 7. Transportation: In the off-season, bus route 38 and others go directly there. During the peak season, traffic control is in place in the ancient city. Get off at Heyang South Gate and walk 1.3 kilometers to reach the destinatio
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