Shanxi Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Datong in the Winter.

We stayed in Datong for 1 full day during January 2023. The temperature ranged between-10 and -20 so was pretty chilly and you need lots of layers. There are two main activities/ attractions in Datong, the Yungang Grottoes and The Hanging Temple. the Yungang Grottoes are close to the city about a 20min taxi from the centre and definitely worth a visit. The Hanging Temple is further away and requires a 1hr to 1hr and half taxi. Which our hotel helped organise. but this is definitely worth doing the Temple is just magical.#2023travelwish #datong

Yungang Grottoes

It’s a Buddhist cave-carving complex. All the statues are carved in caves or small grottoes. They are dated 5th and 6th centuries. It’s a UNESCO heritage and it’s amazingly beautiful! Statues really impress. Some of them are big like skyscrapers, some statues are very small, but cover the whole wall in the cave. The complex is big, you can walk around. There is a part with caves, but the other part of mountains is surrounded by beautiful natural landscape. You can walk in the park, or alone the river. You will spend at around 4 hours there, so food 🥢🥡 options are available on the territory. #bucketlistreboot

We visited these caves as well as the Longmen caves. Both are remarkable although Longmen has a greater “wow” factor. Keep in mind if you do go to Datong that it is a coal city and the air is often polluted. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Yungang grottoes is located near the city of Datong. It is a very common place for tourists who come to visit Datong, as it is easy to reach. Public bus will take around 40 minutes so it is quite convenient. Inside, you will see really massive statues from the history which are just beautiful. There is also a museum inside. #HalloTrip  

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...

Ping Yao Gu Cheng aka Ping Yao Ancient City. This ancient city is located in Ping Yao City, Shanxi province. I guess many people herd about this place, about this very famous city and germ of Shanxi Province (not Shaanxi). This is the one of the most well preserved ancient cities in China. Thriving through the centuries in the ancient time, it has survived twenty's century and appears in its unique and charming style in front of our eyes. I would like to emphasize this is real city, all buildings are really ancient, not the new made after 2000 year. Really, unique place. The city is presented by its ancient streets and everywhere small museum are ready to accept guests. Every building is a museum, ancient hall or rich family yard. There are a lot of special artifacts. Totally, the visiting requires two days to visit every small place. Ticket gives the access to every location. Each place in this city deserved separate introduction. #urbanexplorer#roadtrip#museumquest

ancient city of Pingyao. a nice short breather away from the typical hustle and bustle of China’s bigger cities. all the buildings have been painstakingly preserved and you get to enjoy being lost among its many alleys.

Pingyao is one of the old ancient city in China which is still very original and it is also one of the UNESCO world heritage site. This ancient city is surrounded by its outstanding city walls which were used by the guards to protect the city from enemies in the past. If you come here, try to find hotel inside the ancient town as it is a really nice area. You can also find many traditional restaurants and shops inside :) #HalloTrip

🇨🇳 • 《晋祠公园》(周) This park and its buildings

🇨🇳 • 《晋祠公园》(周) This park and its buildings is the “Museum of Chinese Constructions” throughout history, from 周 to 清. A Sublime place.

Come to Taiyuan, you can't help but come to Jinci. Jinci is located in the southwest of Taiyuan. It is a big park with beautiful scenery, pavilions and towers. The core area of Jinci is the Jinci Museum. There are three national treasures in the garden of this core area: the Madonna, the Temple, and the Cross Bridge. The temple is a combination of pavilions and temples. It is very unique and has been preserved for thousands of years. You will travel there for this purpose. There is also the oldest Zhou Bai, Tang Yan, who seems to tell the story of time. There is also the music of the Yuan Dynasty, which is vivid and vivid, and also provides a reference for studying the music regulation at that time. This time, I was visiting Jinci in the rain, but it has a charm compared to the rainy days.

Taiyuan's traffic lights have their own bicycle symbols

Taiyuan actually has special bicycle traffic lights, and as someone from the south, this is the first time I've seen them. It's easier to get around than I thought. 🍽 Dining Recommendations: Laojunying Snack Street: All snacks, the guokui is good, and the mung bean cake is also good, not too sweet. Xinghuatang: The yellow rice jelly is absolutely amazing, the best in the show; there's something like Buddha Jumps Over the Wall that's also good, I forgot the exact name; Slightly Plum can be ordered, there are several fillings, just choose one you like. There's a stage in the middle of the hall, and you can also see opera performances. Bingzhou Dapaidang: Taiyuan is also known as Bingzhou, so Bingzhou Dapaidang is Taiyuan Dapaidang. You must try the rock and roll oat noodles, the sweet and sour meatballs are also worth ordering, and I think the chicken shredded cold noodles are better than the stall's Liukou noodles. Lao Liu Steamed Dumplings·Halal Restaurant: You have to go in the morning, they're gone by noon, you should eat the Jiao Quan, which seems to be also called Ma Ye, it's basically flour mixed with brown sugar and then fried in hot oil. Recommended. Xiao Wang Breakfast: It seems to be opposite the Normal University, a place to eat Taiyuan breakfast, still have to eat Ma Ye. Old Taiyuan Restaurant: If you have enough time, you can go there, there are a lot of people, just look and order. Jin cuisine is mainly too large in portion, if there are many people, you can order a lot. ✅ Must Experience: Shanxi Museum Shanxi Bronze Museum Jinci Park Jin Merchant Museum Especially the first two, you can also collect stamps, very proud. Outside Jinci, a whole street is full of food, 15 yuan a cup of pomegranate juice is okay. 🚉 Travel Tips: Taiyuan is the same, just scan the code. Buy a bicycle card, and you can ride at will.

Places you can't miss when visiting Shanxi - Jinci Museum

Jinci, located at the foot of Xuanweng Mountain, 25 kilometers southwest of Taiyuan City, adjacent to Jinshui, is a temple built specifically to commemorate the founding prince of the Jin State, Tang Shuyu, and is also the holy land of the Jin State clan. There is a saying that goes, 'If you haven't set foot in Jinci, the trip to Taiyuan is in vain.' When you arrive at Jinci, the first thing that greets you is Jinci Park, a verdant paradise that is open to tourists free of charge, allowing you to enjoy yourself and feel the charm of nature in your spare time. Just a ten-minute walk through the park, and you will step into the main area of Jinci. Here, the 'Three Treasures' (Xian Hall, Fish Pond Flying Bridge, and Holy Mother Hall) and the 'Three Uniques' (Zhou Cypress, Nanlao Spring, and Clay Sculpture Painted Figures) are must-see attractions that every visitor should not miss.

When you step into Wutai Mountain, your feelings will be greatly improved. You feel refreshed, cool and cool, itchy your heart, the air is clear, your eyes are cool, the sky is so blue. The blue is thorough and thorough, and it is dotted with the white and white clouds. The heart is bursting with tears. Unconsciously, the tears soaked in the eyes, and the inexplicable excitement is beyond words. Inside and outside the temple, cigarettes are lingering, and there is a mysterious and solemn atmosphere everywhere. A group of people came and went again with piety and confusion. Throughout the Wutai Mountains, the rafts, the gullies, the valleys and rivers, the forests and the mountains, the basins and the mountains are interlaced, the temples and temples are intertwined with each other, the scenery is picturesque, the peculiar peaks and cliffs, the sturdy and ancient pines and cypresses, and the overflowing Yunshan foggy sea. The magnificent temple towers and the larchs strolling through the mountains are built into a splendid world, forming a beautiful place with bright colors, suitable for people to browse and summer.

Travel to Mount Wutai, the things you don't know

Hey, buddies👋, let's talk about my recent trip to Mount Wutai! This mysterious Buddhist holy land is not only surrounded by temples with an aura of immortality but also boasts breathtaking natural scenery.🏔️ Want to know how to perfectly conquer Mount Wutai? Let me tell you~ 🌟 On the first day, as you set foot on the land of Mount Wutai, don't forget to visit places like Bodhisattva Summit, Dai Liao Top, and Shuxiang Temple. The ancient temples and buildings will definitely transport you back to ancient times in a second!📸 🌟 On the second day, we should explore Wuye Temple to find out what's going on, where the incense is thriving, and there are many stories about the legendary Bodhisattva! Then, the historical atmosphere of Nanchan Temple will give you a feeling of time flowing backward.✨ 🌟 On the third day, continue our temple pilgrimage—Longquan Temple and Guanghua Temple are waiting for you. Don't forget to take some time to visit natural attractions like the East Tai Grassland and North Tai Longquan Cave, the beauty there is simply indescribable!🌳 🌟 On the fourth day, key temples like Xiantong Temple and Tayuan Temple are must-visits to feel the charm of the monastic culture. Participate in a temple event to experience the mysterious solemnity of Buddhist rituals.🧘‍♂️ As for transportation, it's about a 3-hour drive from Taiyuan. Self-driving or joining a tour group are both good choices, remember to book your hotel and car rental services in advance!🚗 Foodies, take note, the delicacies of Mount Wutai are not to be missed. Be sure to try the local snacks, which will definitely satisfy your taste buds!🍲 Finally, my buddies, do you have any special experiences or insights from your travels to Mount Wutai? See you in the comments section~ 🌈

Five-Day Tour of Mount Wutai, Explore the Mystery of Ancient Temples

Hey, travel enthusiasts! 👋 If you're fascinated by mysterious ancient temples and beautiful natural scenery, then a five-day tour of Mount Wutai is sure to satisfy you! Let me take you on a journey to uncover the treasures of this gem in Shanxi! 🔍 🚌 Day one, arrive at Mount Wutai. Remember to choose the right mode of transportation. After a direct flight to Taiyuan, you can take a bus or taxi, and if you're driving, be sure to stay safe~ Find a cozy place to stay at the foot of the mountain to recharge for the next day! 🏨 🏯 Day two, start your tour. The Wuye Temple and Manjusri Hall are must-visit sacred sites to feel the power of faith. Don't forget to visit the Nanchan Temple and Foguang Temple in the afternoon, where the collision of history and culture will bring you a full harvest! 📷 🌲 Day three, embrace nature. Mingyue Lake and the Baima Temple Forest Park await your exploration, with fresh air and stunning scenery that are simply a spiritual cleanse! 🌤️ 🕍 Day four, in-depth tour. Continue your Buddhist cultural journey at Guanghua Temple and Tayuan Temple, and take the opportunity to visit the surrounding villages to experience authentic rural life, which has its own unique charm! 🏞️ 🍽️ Day five, after satisfying your taste buds, start your journey home. That hearty breakfast at the hotel is the perfect full stop to your wonderful trip. Buddies, have you ever been to Mount Wutai? Are you, like me, deeply attracted by its beautiful scenery and profound cultural heritage? Share your Mount Wutai experiences in the comments! 🗺️

Perfect Guide for a Five-Day Tour of Mount Wutai

Hey, buddies! 👋 Let me take you on a journey to explore the mysterious Mount Wutai! This mountain range located in Shanxi is filled with ancient temples and magnificent natural scenery. ✈️ 🚗 To get to Mount Wutai, first consider your mode of transportation. Fly to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport, then take a bus or taxi, or drive yourself, but make sure your vehicle is suitable for mountain driving. 🚌 Upon arrival, find a cozy hotel or guesthouse at the foot of the mountain to rest overnight and recharge for the next day's itinerary. 🌙 🏯 On the second day, tour Mount Wutai. In the morning, visit the Wuye Temple and Manjusri Hall to experience the solemnity and mystery of Buddhist culture. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the mountain roads, and after lunch, don't miss the historic architecture of the Nanchan Temple and Foguang Temple. 🍽️ At night, choose a comfortable hotel to rest and conserve energy. 😴 🌲 On the third day, explore the natural scenery. Head to Mingyue Lake and Bai Ma Temple Forest Park to enjoy the tranquility of nature and take beautiful landscape photos. 📸 🏞️ On the fourth day, delve deeper into Mount Wutai. Visit temples such as Guanghua Temple and Tayuan Temple, visit small villages, and gain a deeper understanding of local culture. Experience rural life and feel the peace and harmony. 🌾 🛣️ On the fifth day, before leaving Mount Wutai, enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and reflect on this spiritual journey. 🥐 This trip to Mount Wutai has left a deep impression on me, with every step feeling like a journey deep into history. Are you ready to embark on an adventure to Mount Wutai? Discover more stories and landscapes, and I look forward to your sharing! 🧭

Mount Yun

Mount Yun Scenic Area is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, boasting abundant natural resources, cultural landscapes, and heritage. It is a rare comprehensive tourist area in southern Shanxi that combines sightseeing, leisure and entertainment, health and wellness retreats, folk experience, and cultural exchange. Real experience: Mount Yun has too many man-made attractions, and it's not advisable for the elderly and children to climb the mountain. The temple on the mountain is not as good as playing at the foot of the mountain. The cave dwelling courtyard accommodations in the scenic area are quite nice, with cozy rooms. The Eight Treasures Restaurant offers tasty dishes at reasonable prices. Initially, I thought the food inside the scenic area would be expensive, so I had lunch at a farmhouse outside, which was not only disappointing in taste but also more expensive. Dinner at the Eight Treasures Restaurant was delightful and reasonably priced. The ticket for the Millennium Ice Cave is expensive, but it's indeed worth a visit. The scenic area's highlight is its excellent service. Special commendation goes to a staff member who seemed to be in charge of the scenic shuttle bus. The shuttle service starts at 8 am, but since we arrived early, the driver started the bus just for the two of us and took us to the cable car station. Sometimes, enjoying a trip is not just about what you see; good service can also make you happy. In conclusion, Mount Yun is worth a visit.

The upcoming Yunqiu Mountain will be the ceiling of domestic travel

Not only does it boast lush greenery and tranquil, quaint villages, but it also features a 'hanging Taoist temple' that has withstood 700 years, truly a fairyland within a fairyland! 💡 Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area, formerly known as Kunlun Mountain, is the birthplace of Chinese agricultural civilization and the Twenty-Four Solar Terms. It is a sacred place where Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism converge, and is as renowned as Wudang Mountain, often referred to as 'Northern Yunqiu, Southern Wudang.' The area is complete with majestic mountains, perilous peaks, cascading waterfalls, unique rocks, clear springs, ravines, and streams. The scenery is beautiful, the atmosphere is grand, and the Taoist culture is profound, earning it the reputation of 'the most beautiful peak of Gushan' and 'the premier attraction of the Fen River'. 💡 Recommended attractions: Ta'erpo Ancient Village: Over 2500 years of history, a living fossil of residential architecture. Ice Cave Cluster: One of the three great ice cave wonders of the world, a dreamy fairyland. Fairy Valley: Dense vegetation, streams and waterfalls, a fairy-tale wonderland. Holy Mother Valley/Hulu Pond: Legends of the Eight Immortals, mysterious and unpredictable. Jade Emperor Summit: Climb high for a distant view, breathtaking scenery. Yulian Cave: A Taoist temple on the cliff, a natural marvel. 🍜 Food recommendations: Sauce beef, sliced beef noodles, stuffed intestine powder, oil tea, Xiangning oil cake, etc. 🏠 Accommodation recommendation: Kangjiaping Ancient Village Homestay, full of fairy charm. 🚗 Transportation guide: Fly/train to Linfen, then take a bus/taxi to the scenic area; if driving, navigate to Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area. 👉 Key point: Yunqiu Mountain is not only a visual feast but also a spiritual purification. A 5A-level scenic spot, it integrates natural beauty, cultural heritage, folk customs, and the charm of ancient villages. Save it now and plan your trip!

Set off with mom! Seize the day and head for the mountains and seas

💗Mother's Day is coming up, are you still worried about what gift to give? Why not take your mom on an impromptu trip! Destination recommendation: Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area, Xiangning County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province 🚗 It's accessible by self-driving from the surrounding areas of Taiyuan, Linfen, and Yuncheng. For high-speed rail 🚄, get off at Houma West Station and then take a taxi. 🎉Recommended reasons: ✅ The scenery of Yunqiu Mountain is beautiful in early summer, with clear mountains and waters, and a view at every step ✅ It meets mom's desire to take photos of flowers, with wisteria waterfalls at the tourist center and ice cave clusters, the flower bridge and trees in Shenxianyu, every place is super photogenic! ✅ The front mountain route is easy and not tiring, and one day is just enough for a visit 👣Route planning: Zhonghe Square--Take the shuttle bus directly to Shenxianyu Transfer Station in the direction of the front mountain--Shenxianyu--Thousand-year-old ancient village Ta'erpo--After visiting the ancient village, it is recommended to take a one-way electric cart to the ice cave cluster (ticket price is only $5 per person)--Yunqiu Mountain Ice Cave Cluster--After visiting the ice cave cluster, return the same way. Warm tips: ✅ Be sure to protect yourself from the sun, as the UV rays on the mountain are quite strong, it's best to bring a hat and 🕶️ sunglasses, not only for sun protection but also as photo props ✅ Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as there are quite a few steps in Shenxianyu. ✅ It is recommended to wear light-colored clothes, which are more photogenic😍

A day trip to Yunqiu Mountain in Linfen, my legs are sore

I hit the highway at 9 p.m. on April 30th, drove for four hours to reach the resort hotel at the foot of Yunqiu Mountain, and started climbing the mountain around 10 a.m. the next morning! As usual, we checked in outside the scenic area, a 5A-level tourist attraction, with an ancient costume parade right at the entrance, and there are performance activities in the big square at night. Not far away, you can take a cable car up the mountain. There are two sightseeing routes, from the front mountain to the back mountain. We chose to go from the back mountain to the front mountain. There are also two cable car lines; we took the shorter one. We climbed to the Ancestor's Peak first, then to the Jade Emperor's Peak. As the saying goes, it's easy to go up the mountain but hard to come down. My legs, calves, and knees hurt and trembled on the way down! My child really had a tough time, taking 24,000 steps in total but persevered throughout the journey. The perennial ice cave was also nice, enjoying the coolness in the early summer. We didn't want to cross the glass walkway, but it was a shortcut. Otherwise, we would have to walk an additional 162 kilometers, and we were too tired to go any further! The Ta'er ancient village at the bottom was really nice; my child liked it a lot. There was wine brewing, wedding folk performances, tofu grinding, and chili sauce making. It was a perfect day!