Traveling in Taiyuan｜Don’t just visit the ancient city! The village is great too!

If you come to Taiyuan to explore the ancient county town, some people say "the rebuilt site lacks charm"? Maybe you just haven't been to the right place. In fact, the true historical essence is hidden in Guchengying Village, just 1 kilometer from the ancient city! ✅ The culture of the Three Teachings blends here. I stayed here for three nights and had an amazing experience: ▫️ Stunning sunset: On the first night, I was surprised by both the strong wind and the breathtaking sunset ▫️ Warm morning sun: The following sunrises were gentle and healing, warming the whole village ▫️ Authentic snacks: The night snack street is short but full of stalls frequented by locals, with super authentic flavors! ✨ Don’t underestimate this small village; beneath it lies the ruins of the 2,000-year-old Jinyang Ancient City, truly the source of the "dragon vein"! Even more amazing is the "coexistence of three religions in one village": opposite the Jiulong Temple is a Catholic church, and when you look up while visiting the temple, you can see the church’s steeple; the tallest structure in the village is the Ashoka Pagoda, originally built in the Sui Dynasty and preserved from the Ming Dynasty, hidden inside Jinyuan No. 2 Middle School. Although you can’t enter, the mysterious pagoda tip is visible from afar. 💡 Travel tips: If you want to explore a quaint ancient town and enjoy shopping and eating, go to Taiyuan Ancient County Town; if you want to experience real history and slow down, Guchengying Village, 1 kilometer away, is a must-visit. If you plan to visit Jin Temple, Tianlong Mountain, Mount Tai, and the Ancient County Town, staying here is super convenient! You can deeply experience local life and easily connect to major attractions. The historical feel of Taiyuan really requires you to slow down and take a walk in Guchengying Village to truly understand it.