Yungang Grottoes | The Most Effort-Saving Guide! Must-See Highlights to Avoid Detours

As one of China's three major grottoes, my second visit to Yungang still left me speechless with amazement😱 The ambition of the Northern Wei Dynasty is all carved on these cliff walls. This effort-saving guide, summarized after some trial and error, guarantees you a relaxed and fulfilling visit!🥳🥳 🎫 Ticket Reservation ✅ Be sure to book in advance at "Yungang Grottoes" ✅ Peak season: Adults 120 RMB | Students 60 RMB ✅ Off-season: Adults 100 RMB | Students 50 RMB 🚗 Effort-Saving Route (Personally Tested as Best) The official route has too many and scattered spots. Suggestion: Take the electric cart right at the entrance (round trip 15 RMB) ➡️ Directly to the grotto cluster (the essence) ➡️ Visit caves 1-20 in order ➡️ Take the electric cart back at the Big Buddha in Cave 20 This saves at least 1 hour of energy! 📸 Must-Visit Grottoes Cave 5: The tallest Buddha statue in Yungang (17 meters) Cave 6: The "comic strip" story of Shakyamuni Cave 12: The "Music Cave" with heavenly musicians holding different instruments Cave 20: The iconic open-air Big Buddha (best photo spot) 💡 Practical Tips ▪️ Wear sports shoes! Lots of walking in the grotto area ▪️ Arrive before 9 AM to avoid tour group crowds ▪️ Off-season has fewer visitors, little waiting time ▪️ Flash photography is prohibited inside the grottoes ▪️ The food street at the exit is low in cost performance; better to dine back in the city Remember sun protection in summer and keep warm in winter. Standing before a 1,500-year-old Buddha statue, time seems to stand still at this moment. This awe is worth a special trip!