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Eye to eye with the Jin Dynasty's "Zhou Xun," her gaze holds all the compassion in the world

First stunning moment — when a divine face resembles a celebrity Her lowered brows and eyes are as gentle as water Her rounded face exudes solemnity with a touch of spirituality A divine replica of Zhou Xun’s ancient costume look❗ Second shock — compassion penetrates humanity When her compassionate gaze meets yours It’s like a warm light reaching straight to your heart All anxiety instantly soothed🌿 Legend has it she helps the world with kindness Simply pray sincerely And you will receive blessings of abundant harvests and wealth Third watchful eye — the tranquil barrier of Shan Hua Temple Standing still feels like time freezes Through the war-torn Liao and Jin eras And the flourishing incense of the Ming and Qing dynasties Only she always lowers her eyes and gazes gently Using tranquility that spans a thousand years To build a peaceful barrier for every lost soul 📍Inside Datong Ancient City · North side of the west section of Yongtai Gate Inner Street (Navigate 🧭 to Shan Hua Temple, get off and you’re there) 🎫 Admission: Free ⏰ Opening hours: ▫️ Summer (approx. May to October) | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ▫️ Winter (approx. November to April) | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (⚠️ Entry stops 30 minutes before closing) 📌 Lazy guide 1️⃣ In winter, prioritize the golden hour from 12:00 to 1:00 PM 2️⃣ Walkable within the ancient city, visit Huayan Temple along the way 3️⃣ Flash photography of the Buddha statue is prohibited 📲 Shot on HONOR Magic V5
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