2025 Fenyang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Last year, I planned a trip to visit ancient buildings as a designer, and checked in at the following classic ancient buildings in Shanxi: Taiyuan: Jinci Temple, Qingyuan Confucian Temple, Tianlong Temple, Dou Dafu Temple, Shuangta Temple, Chunyang Palace Xinzhou: Drum Tower, Daizhou Confucian Temple, Foguang Temple, Nanchan Temple, Yanqing Temple, Hongfu Temple, Princess Temple, Yanshan Temple Datong: Yungang Grottoes, Huayan Temple, Shanhua Temple, Hanging Temple, Yong'an Temple, Yuanjue Temple Lvliang: Taifu Temple Shuozhou: Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, Chongfu Temple, Jingtusi Temple Jinzhong: Pingyao Ancient City, Houtu Temple, Zishou Temple, Zhenguo Temple, Shuanglin Temple, Jingxin Temple Ruicheng: Yongle Palace The twenty-day journey brought me so much shock. The aesthetics, wisdom, and craftsmanship of the ancients are all worth learning from! However, checking in at ancient buildings in Shanxi is not easy. There are many spots and they are scattered. It is recommended to drive by yourself. Some niche ancient buildings are not open to the public and require contacting cultural preservation personnel.

[Shanxi's Beauty: Fenyang, Five Sacred Mountains Procession, Hanging Sculptures] This is a place easily overlooked when traveling in Shanxi. In fact, when we visited, there were almost no other tourists. This is Taifu Temple, located in Xinghua Village, Shanxi's famous Fenjiu production area. The main hall enshrines Haotian Jade Emperor God, also known as the Jade Emperor. The building dates back to the Jin Dynasty, over 800 years ago. The bamboo and wood shrines and small wooden works are exquisite, masterpieces of the Ming Dynasty. However, the most noteworthy feature of Taifu Temple is the Ming Dynasty painted hanging sculptures in the east and west side halls. Over 500 years old, they are still vibrant and lifelike, truly breathtaking! West Side Hall (Five Sacred Mountains Hall): On the upper parts of the two gable walls, there are hanging sculptures depicting the procession of the Five Sacred Mountains and the Four Great Rivers. The design of the sculptures is ingenious and unique. The picture shows continuous mountain peaks and swirling auspicious clouds. The deities of the Five Sacred Mountains and Four Great Rivers ride in dragon carriages, palanquins, or on horseback, attended by servants holding umbrellas and fans, moving between the mountains, clouds, and mist. Tigers and leopards roam the forests, a green dragon conjures rain among the auspicious clouds, and figures like mountain ghosts and judges, each with their own unique expressions. The figures, animals, clouds, and rocks in the entire scene blend seamlessly, complementing each other, dynamic in stillness, still in motion, combining reality and illusion, vividly depicted, with diverse forms and rich variations. East Side Hall (Houtu Holy Mother Hall): Five rooms wide, seven purlins deep, with a four-pillar front porch structure and a single-eave suspension roof. Inside the hall, 35 painted sculptures are enshrined on the altar and the lower parts of the two gable walls. The back wall and the two gable walls are painted with murals of "Banquet Scenes," depicting life in the Holy Mother's palace. The gable walls are covered with hanging sculptures, showcasing scenes of the Holy Mother's "departure" and "return." Tips: Taifu Temple closes for lunch at 11:30 am and reopens at 3:00 pm.

Tomb M5 in the Fenyang Song-Jin Tombs is the tomb of Wang Li. Wang Li was a prominent landowner in the area during the Mingchang period of the Jin Dynasty (1195), and his name is also mentioned in the "Record of the Construction of the Jiaotan Altar at Taifu Temple" from the Cheng'an period of the Jin Dynasty (1200). The murals in Tomb M5 are rich and diverse. The "Incense Kitchen" and "Tea and Wine Area" murals are located on the northwest and northeast walls of the tomb, respectively. The tomb features numerous figures, including the elderly tomb owner and his wife, boys, girls, beautiful singing girls, honest male servants, fierce-looking door gods, and meticulous accountants. These figures have different identities, rich facial expressions, and diverse clothing. In the "Tea and Wine Area" mural, the tea-making scene is particularly striking. The depiction of tea making is unique, highlighting the specific actions of whisking the tea to a boil and frothing it. The male servants on either side of the tomb door in Tomb M5 hold different items: the servant on the east side holds a fan in his left hand, while the servant on the west side carries a money bag on his left shoulder. They face the tomb owner, reflecting the family workshop-style commercial economy of the time. The "Woman Opening the Door" motif in Tomb M5 is a common pattern found on tombs and pagodas since the Han Dynasty. The woman depicted in Tomb M5 is young and beautiful, half-concealed behind the door, as if about to emerge. This aligns with the custom of wealthy families in the Song-Jin period keeping female entertainers and singers. The money exchange scene and the early form of a bank depicted in Tomb M5 are among the most significant discoveries of this excavation. This mural, located in a prominent position within the tomb, features three figures: one woman and two men. Inside a fenced area, a man stands at a window, holding a small slip of paper and conversing with someone outside. Outside the fence, to the left, a man sits at a wooden table, writing. To the right of the wooden table, opposite the man, a woman walks forward, holding a string of copper coins. This scene provides valuable clues about the form of banks and the money exchange process during that time.

In 2008, during the construction of Xiaofen Avenue, a group of Bagua tombs from the Song and Jin Dynasties was unexpectedly discovered in Fenyang. Archaeologists quickly intervened and took protective excavation measures. However, due to the lack of safety conditions for tourism at the time, the tombs were not opened to the public. In the detailed introduction of the M2 tomb, we learn that the murals inside the tomb are symmetrically arranged along a central axis. On the main wall, the portraits of a couple are prominently displayed. They are framed within a three-bay door, with a large lintel above the door and a curtain hanging from the top, creating a solemn and mysterious atmosphere. Below the couple's portraits, there is a piece of furniture resembling an offering table, making the whole scene both confusing and fascinating. I have always believed that the main wall depicts the family shrine of the tomb owner or their parents, where descendants come to pay their respects during funerals. On either side of the couple's portraits, there are symmetrical patterns of two maidservants holding objects, symbolizing offerings and respect. Next, there are two corresponding door-opening scenes, one entering and one exiting, symbolizing the cycle and flow within the space. The figures in these door-opening scenes are quite large, nearly one meter in height, making them the largest high-relief door-opening scenes I have ever seen in a tomb. Unfortunately, the head of the front figure has been damaged. Finally, the murals in the tomb also depict the exterior of doors and windows, with a small cat carved in relief under the window, adding a lively and interesting touch. It is worth noting that there are no images of guards, such as door officials, but rather a movable tomb door with door nails. The entire tomb seems like a living room leading to another world, full of life and mystery.

Taoism is a native Chinese religion that formed in the 2nd century and has a history of over 1,700 years. Taifu Temple, located in Xinghuacun Town, Fenyang City, Luliang, Shanxi, is a Taoist site with rich content and outstanding architectural wisdom, composed of beautiful painted sculptures, hanging sculptures, and murals. The figures in the hall are three-dimensional and vivid, with meticulous depictions and bright colors. The existing main hall, the Haotian Jade Emperor Hall, is a Jin Dynasty structure, while the rest were built in the Ming Dynasty. Despite the passage of time, the architecture, sculptures, and murals have been well-preserved, retaining their essence and becoming a rare gem among Shanxi's religious architecture. Shanxi is undoubtedly a province rich in cultural relics. The ancients endowed this vast land with the most intelligent ideas, exquisite craftsmanship, unique aesthetics, and brilliant colors. Traveling around Shanxi, you will not only see mountains and rivers but also the wisdom of the ancients, which is forever admired and impossible to replicate. 📌TIPS: 📍Location: Search for Taifu Temple in navigation apps. 💰Tickets: Free 🅿️Parking: There is a free parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area. 🚎Transportation: Five buses go directly to the temple, or you can drive or take a taxi. 🟡️Nearby: Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area, 7 minutes by car, can be visited in one trip. 🟣️Local delicacies: ✅Fenyang Xuan'er Noodles ✅Jujube with Yellow Rice ✅Fenyang Old Tofu (paired with crispy pancakes, a must-try)

Visiting Baicaopo Tudi Temple was a surprise. After being shut out of Guashan Xuanzhong Temple and Yuko Houtu Temple, I found a Tudi Temple nearby on the map. It is located in Baicaopo Village and is called Baicaopo Longtian Tudi Temple. It is an ancient building from the Yuan Dynasty to the Republic of China. According to online reviews, the cultural relics protection staff is very friendly. The iron gate was locked, so I called the staff, who said he was having lunch and would come after eating. We drove there immediately. When we were near the destination, we heard a dog barking but didn't see any dogs. Looking up, we found the dog on the roof of a house. The door of the house opposite the Tudi Temple was open, so we went in and took a look. We startled an elderly couple, who warmly invited us to sit inside, saying it was too cold outside. They said their dog would bark when the staff came and offered us some washed hawthorns. Although the Tudi Temple is rough, the simple folk customs are like the hawthorns, making me feel the long-lost traditional Chinese rural customs in Shanxi again. How can you not love Shanxi?! After a while, the staff came on a small electric scooter. The Tudi Temple looks new after renovation. From south to north on the central axis, there are mainly a stage, an offering hall, and a Dragon King Hall, with three side halls on the east. The Dragon King Hall was first built in the Jin Dynasty and rebuilt in the Yuan Dynasty, while the others were built in the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. The inscription on the beam frame of the main hall of Baicaopo Longtian Tudi Temple records: "Built in the 5th year of the Cheng'an period of the Jin Dynasty (1200), repaired in the 27th year of the Zhizheng period of the Yuan Dynasty (1367)." From south to north on the central axis, there are mainly a stage, an offering hall, and a Dragon King Hall, with three side halls on the east. 📷Highlights: Dragon King Hall: First built in the Jin Dynasty and rebuilt in the Yuan Dynasty, while the others were built in the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. Offering Hall: The middle section of the architrave is carved with pavilions, flowers, and other patterns using high and low relief techniques. 📍Address: Baicaopo Village, Yudaohe Town, Fenyang City, Lüliang City 🎫Tickets: Free 🌟National Protection: The 7th batch of national key cultural relics protection units 🎈Opening Difficulty: Easy

"Fenyang Taifu Guan Colorful Sculpture" This is what a fairy should look like when she descends to earth💕 🌟Fenyang has more than just famous wines and apricot flowers. The ancient Taoist temples also contain the beauty of the country and the beauty of the moon. 🌟I borrowed a picture album from the library, "Fenyang Taifu Guancai Sculpture" by Zhejiang Photography Publishing House. When I opened the picture album, I was astonished. 🌟Delicate and unsullied, if there were a fairy, she would look like this. The male immortal's face is like a crown jade, he is majestic and majestic, and his appearance is majestic.

| A mysterious treasure from the depths of time. ✨Today, I want to share with you a super niche but absolutely stunning historical site - Taifu Temple. 📍It is located [specific address], far from the hustle and bustle, quietly telling the story of time. When you step into Taifu Temple, it is as if you have traveled back in time to ancient times. The exquisite architecture, with its carved beams and painted rafters, every detail shows the craftsmanship and wisdom of the ancients💯 The statues in the temple are solemn and majestic, and the murals are colorful, and although they have been through the wind and rain, they still retain the charm of the past. Walking in Taifu Temple, you can feel the weight of history, and your soul is deeply baptized. Whether you are a history and culture lover or a traveler looking for peace and unique experiences, Taifu Temple will not disappoint you. Come here and start an unforgettable journey through time! 🌟

Where is the tavern? The shepherd boy pointed to Xinghua Village. Many people come to Fenyang because of this poem. I originally wanted to go to the Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area for an industrial tour and visit the Fenjiu factory. However, this attraction is not convenient for individual tourists. I didn't want to wait for people to join the group and waste time, so I went to the Fenjiu Old Workshop Site instead. I feel that the historical atmosphere here is right. If Foshan organizes industrial tours, Jianlibao and Haitian are good choices. First, they are national brands, and second, they can be tasted. They are more interesting and interactive.

In Shanxi, there is actually an 800-year-old national treasure-level temple. No tickets are required but there are no tourists, quietly adding points to Shanxi's cultural tourism! Curious friends might ask, where exactly is this 800-year-old national treasure-level temple in Shanxi that doesn't require tickets but has no tourists? What unknown secrets does it hold? With these questions and curiosity, today we will talk about the Taifu Temple. Taifu Temple is located in Shangmiao Village, Xinghua Town, 17 kilometers northeast of Fenyang City, Lüliang, Shanxi Province. In the fifth year of Jin Cheng'an (1200), a jiao altar was established in the temple, and it was repaired during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The existing Haotian Jade Emperor Hall is an original structure from the Jin Dynasty, while the rest were built during the Ming Dynasty. Taifu Temple faces south, with a length of 177.5 meters from north to south and a width of 50 meters from east to west, covering an area of 8,875 square meters. It has two courtyards, with the central axis running from south to north including a screen wall, a paifang, a reverse stage (the lower level is the mountain gate, with Guan Yu Temple and Erlang Hall on both sides), and the Haotian Jade Emperor Hall (with Houtu Shengmu Hall and Wuyue Hall on both sides). On June 25, 2001, Taifu Temple was announced as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. A significant cultural relic protection unit, no tickets required but no tourists, quietly adding points to Shanxi's cultural tourism!

Have you ever seen a dragon? The largest existing mud-suspended coiled dragon sculpture in China, which I personally believe is the closest to a real dragon in appearance, is stunning in its exquisite detail. On the golden pillars of the main hall, there is a 'Two Dragons Playing with a Pearl' sculpture, which is vividly colored, exquisitely transparent, and lifelike, a masterpiece among coiled dragon sculptures.

🌸 Flowers are blooming everywhere, where should I go to enjoy the flowers first?||| This year's spring indeed arrived a bit late, and flowers all over Changchun have started to bloom one after another. Where can we go to enjoy the flowers in the near future (mid to late April)? Popular spots🔥🔥🔥 🌸 Jilin University Nanling Campus: The Jilin University Apricot Flower Festival will be held on April 21st. This year is the ninth edition, and I haven't been there yet. I heard there will be a series of activities and some stalls, which should be particularly lively. 🌸 Yitong River banks: On the west bank of the Yitong River, starting from Nanhu Avenue Zhihe Square to Satellite Road, there is a flower road lined with peach blossoms (peach trees) that have already started to bloom. Sakura Island is also here, but the flowers on the island will take a few more days. If you follow the road all the way past Satellite Road, you will reach the Industrial Trajectory Park, which is a nice camping site🏕️ 💐 Other flower viewing spots: Changchun Zoo and Botanical Garden Baihuayuan Xinghua Village Park …… 👏 Welcome to add more

💥Did you know? The public transportation system in Fenyang is completely free! For those of us who love shopping and exploring, this is such great news! It covers all the scenic spots and the train station within the city, making our visit to this ancient city both easy and economical!💐 🏰Fenyang, a city with a history of over 1700 years as a provincial capital, is truly a treasure trove! Every step you take is on the imprint of history, and every corner hides ancient stories. The Apricot Flower Village Fen Liquor Workshop, Taifu Temple, Wenfeng Pagoda... These historical sites are all worth savoring in detail. ✨Taifu Temple is a particularly low-key place, but once you enter, you will be deeply attracted by its charm. The Ming Dynasty glazed dragons and the colorful suspended clay sculptures are simply treasures of art! Although there are not many tourists usually, this is just perfect, as we can appreciate it quietly, undisturbed.😍 🌸Wenfeng Pagoda is even more a symbolic building of Fenyang. In spring, when the apricot blossoms are in full bloom, they form an interesting contrast with the Wenfeng Pagoda, like a vivid scroll of painting. Standing under the tower, it's as if you can hear the breath of history and feel the passage of time. 🎨There's also the Hou Tu Holy Mother Temple, which may not be very famous, but the Ming Dynasty murals inside are truly unique! The murals on the east, west, and north walls, such as 'Banquet Picture', 'Royal Inspection Picture', and 'Welcoming Picture', are each painted with meticulous brushwork and gold leaf, dazzling to the eyes and eliciting continuous admiration.🙌 🏯Of course, the Bao'en Temple, Christian Church, Fenyang Guandi Temple, and so on in the old streets of Fenyang are also must-visit spots. Especially the Fenyang Nanxun Building, did you know? This was a filming location for the movie 'Mountains May Depart'! Standing here, it feels as if you can experience the emotions and stories from the movie.🎥 💥Overall, the city of Fenyang not only has convenient transportation but also a profound historical heritage and rich cultural relics. Every visit brings new discoveries and new emotions. If you also love history and culture, you must come and see Fenyang!👣

The most beautiful apricot blossom forest in Shanxi is all in Apricot Blossom Village. 📢The sixth Fenjiu Apricot Blossom Festival has opened in the Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area. Fenjiu is a must-drink for all major events. I've been here several times and really love the aroma of the liquor in the air. This time, it's not just about sharing the fun, but also teaching everyone how to have fun here, without missing out on the culture and experience. Route: Tourist Center (buy tickets) ➡️ Take the electric car to Fenjiu Museum ➡️ Drunken Immortal Residence Shepherd Boy Points to Apricot Blossom Village ➡️ Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area Apricot Forest ➡️ Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area Drunken Immortal Tower ➡️ Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area China Fenjiu Calligraphy and Painting Academy ➡️ Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area Drunken Immortal Lake Fenjiu Museum: Here you can find the origin of brewing, the earliest brewing utensils (cultural relics), and the earliest form of Fenjiu. Fenjiu participated in the international brewing competition for the first time, and there are also ink treasures written by literati and poets. The most famous is that the Fenjiu Museum has works by four Aixinjueluo painters and calligraphers. I have previously introduced Qigong, Pu Jie, and Shaman Weng in detail. The fourth is Jin Yian. You can also watch the ancient brewing process of Fenjiu up close, as well as taste Baiyu Fenjiu, Rose Fenjiu, Bamboo Leaf Green, and Fenjiu. After leaving the museum and arriving at the Drunken Immortal Residence, you can see the most famous sculpture of the shepherd boy pointing to the Apricot Blossom Village, and you can also see the ancient well where Fenjiu was first brewed, as well as well water. The Fenjiu Apricot Blossom Festival also has performances. 🌸Next, it's time to take a lot of beautiful photos. Once you arrive at the Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area, it includes all the remaining attractions on my route map. This is a large park with apricot forests, lakes, grasslands, academies, and ancient buildings. The wind blows gently, and a rain of apricot blossoms falls, how romantic. 📷Photo spots: There are apricot forests here, you can step on the grass or sit on the grass, you can also take photos here with the kite, or in the pink scene set up here, walk and shoot all the way. 👗Outfit suggestions: You can wear pink clothes, full of spring atmosphere, or choose green tones, full of forest style, light-colored clothes can give a high-end magazine feel in minutes.👘 You can also transform into a Hanfu little sister, holding an oil-paper umbrella and walking in the apricot blossom rain, you are the heroine of the costume drama. 📍Location: Northwest 350 meters from the intersection of Taibai Road and Jiudu Avenue, Apricot Blossom Village Town, Fenyang City, Lvliang City, Shanxi Province Ticket: 60 🚗Driving: It takes about 1 hour to drive from Taiyuan on the highway

Shanxi not only has Fenjiu and mature vinegar, but also Fenyang Haotian Jade Emperor Tai Fu Temple. Shanxi Province, Fenyang City, Xinghua Village, during the Northern and Southern Dynasties period 1500 years ago. As a royal wine, Fenjiu was highly praised by Emperor Wu of Northern Qi. It was recorded in the Twenty-Four Histories, making Fenjiu famous overnight and earning it the reputation of being the earliest national wine. In addition to the national treasure Fenjiu with a history of 4000 years, Shanxi Fenyang also has many famous historical sites. In addition to the Nandong Tower built in the 13th year of Ming Hongzhi, and the Wenfeng Pagoda, which is the highest brick structure ancient pagoda in China, there is also the Haotian Yuhuang Tai Fu Temple, a Chinese key cultural relic protection unit from the Jin to Qing dynasties. The murals, colored sculptures, hanging sculptures, and steles of Taifu Temple in Fenyang, Shanxi contain rich Taoist content, and are also outstanding works of ancient Chinese art. Despite the wind and rain, they still shine brilliantly and occupy an important position in the ancient architecture of Shanxi.

The scenery is not necessarily abroad. Life does not have to be smashed. I look up and have a good shot. This is the beauty. This is life.

In the east of Luliang Mountain, on the west bank of the Weihe River, there is a small village known throughout the country. Her name is Jiajiazhuang.

Jiajiazhuang Ecological Park | Unexpected itinerary, no makeup on the road. The golf course has beautiful scenery, as well as a variety of amusement facilities, pure natural food workshops, Jia Street walk to see the folk customs, a good place for holiday and leisure. [Sad laughter] Its better to go back once in the weekend and change your clothes to carry your own pole.