[2025 Datong Attraction] Travel Guide for Datong Art Museum (Updated Oct)

This Datong flash tour plan originally didn't include this place. When passing by the museum, I saw this modern and fashionable building and decided to come and take a look. It turned out to be the Datong Art Museum, no wonder it has such an artistic atmosphere inside and out～ The sharp corner design is fashionable and simple, and it is also a beautiful scenery line in this ancient cultural capital. 📷The photo spots are mainly divided into the exterior and interior of the building, two completely different styles ❤️The exterior features a red sharp corner design under the blue sky and white clouds, with a circle of photo spots suitable for taking pictures. Pay attention to the angle of the sun to avoid shadows making people look dark👨🏿‍💼 ❤️The interior is a pure white building with a strong sense of geometry. The lines paired with the minimalist style are the feel I like. It is very suitable for shooting those spacious environment portraits. However, due to limited time this time, I couldn't appreciate the artworks one by one, which is a pity. It is recommended that friends who want to visit here reserve 1-2 hours, the exhibitions are still worth visiting. 🌈Datong Art Museum ⏰Summer 09:00-18:00 📱No need to book in advance, you can make a reservation at the entrance, and the tickets are free～

Yungang Grottoes + Ancient City Stroll Must-see attractions: Yungang Grottoes - A Millennium of Buddhist Art As one of the four major grottoes in China, the Buddha statues here are exquisitely carved, especially the Sakyamuni statue in Cave 5 and the open-air Buddha in Cave 20, which are truly awe-inspiring. It is recommended to rent an audio guide or hire a tour guide to gain an in-depth understanding of the Buddhist art of the Northern Wei Dynasty. Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple Huayan Temple is representative of Liao-Jin architecture. The Great Buddha Hall is magnificent, and the Huayan Pagoda offers a panoramic view of the ancient city. Staying at the same hostel allows you to overlook Huayan Temple, making for beautiful photos. Shanhua Temple is quieter than Huayan Temple, with well-preserved Liao Dynasty wooden structures, perfect for slow appreciation. In the evening, you can see the golden ancient city. At sunset, rent a bicycle or walk along the Datong Ancient City Wall, which is 7 km long and offers a panoramic view of the ancient city. When the lights come on at night, the city walls become even more magnificent.

Sorry Datong❗️Forgive me for only discovering your treasures today‼️ I regretted it immediately after returning, regretting why I went to Datong so late‼️‼️ . Datong, a treasure city in northern Shanxi, was the capital of Pingcheng during the Northern Wei Dynasty, the auxiliary capital of Xijing during the Liao and Jin Dynasties, and a frontier town during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. These periods have endowed this small city with a rich cultural and historical heritage. When the wind from the Northern Wei Dynasty 1600 years ago blows towards you, it's time to go to Datong! Discover the endless charm of this treasure city! . Don't rush, it's not too late to read these life tips before you go⬇️ ▪️ Be sure to get up early! Rush to Yungang Grottoes as soon as it opens to take a lifetime photo with the Buddha! Of course, the entire grotto is beautiful, so spend at least half a day to experience it. ▪️ Huayan Temple is a must-visit! The 1000-square-meter mural is breathtaking, the Buddha with exposed teeth is called the "Chinese Venus", and the largest existing glazed chiwen in China is also worth seeing. ▪️ The Datong Museum has many national treasure-level cultural relics, which you must not miss. ▪️ The Datong Art Museum is right next to the Datong Museum, so you can plan to visit both in one day. Both the exterior and interior design are very beautiful. ▪️ The old and trendy coexist in the small city of Datong, making it perfect for city walks. The emerging Southeast Yi district captures both the avant-garde and ancient aspects of Datong. Be sure to take a photo with the "Datong" cultural wall in Yongtai Mansion. ▪️ For those interested in history, I strongly recommend walking along the Datong section of the Chang No. 1 Tourist Highway to experience the well-preserved Ming city wall and feel the historical relics. ▪️ Don't miss the local specialty foods in Datong, such as millet jelly, cold noodles, assorted copper pot, and knife-cut noodles... ▪️ The cultural and creative products in various scenic spots in Datong are very beautiful. The lotus Buddha in the Art Museum, the Shancai Boy in Huayan Temple, and the side Buddha fridge magnet in Yungang Grottoes have all captivated me. ▪️ Hanging Temple: A must-visit place around Datong, on par with Yungang Grottoes. The 1500-year-old temple built on a cliff is a regret of mine this time because I couldn't get a ticket. I suggest everyone plan ahead. Datong is a must-visit! . 🔂 No detours, no wasted trips, 3️⃣ days 2️⃣ nights itinerary planning ① Yungang Grottoes - Hanging Temple - Datong Ancient City Night View ② Huayan Temple - Shanhua Temple - Drum Tower Food Experience - Southeast Yi City Walk ③ Chang No. 1 Tourist Highway - Datong Section - Datong Museum - Datong Art Museum

When you come to Datong, don't just visit the Yungang Grottoes and Datong Ancient City. You might as well visit the Datong Museum, Art Gallery, Library, etc. to feel the modern and fashionable atmosphere of this Northern Wei capital. ①Datong Museum Learn about the history and culture of Datong, including the vicissitudes of the times, Pingcheng, the capital of Wei, Xijing, Liao and Jin, etc. The exterior design of the museum is very cool, integrating elements of Datong's history and culture, volcanic groups, Longbi culture, and the spatial evolution of the Yungang Grottoes. It is surrounded by a spiral spatial structure, which is eye-catching. Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 ②Datong Art Museum The building itself is like a work of art, with a pyramidal geometric shape, and two pairs of pyramids lined up in a dynamic, gradually rising manner. The theme of the art museum is a fully underground structure, and the space design is amazing. It is a very popular Internet celebrity check-in spot. Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 ③Datong Library The design is inspired by the Yungang Grottoes, but it looks very modern and fashionable from the outside. The lobby is very shocking, surrounded by books arranged along the ramp, as if it is an art treasure house that witnesses the fusion of traditional Chinese culture and imported culture. Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 ④Datong Sports Center The design is inspired by the stunning natural landscape of the Loess Plateau. Each unit is magnificent and powerful, with a richer sense of hierarchy, making everyone passing by feel bright. 8:30-17:30 ⑤Datong Grand Theater The design is inspired by the Yungang Grottoes. From a distance, it looks like a rolling mountain range with grottoes scattered all over the hillside. Travel Tips These five venues are connected together and can be visited together. It takes about half a day to a whole day, especially the museums and art galleries. The aerial view is even better, as it allows you to intuitively feel the overall outline of the building.

Datong Art Museum is a large exhibition hall with a novel concept, complete functions, and the main building underground. Here is the guide to visiting the Datong Art Museum: Address: No. 508 Taihe Road, Pingcheng District, Datong City. Transportation: Take bus No. 65 and get off at "Art Museum West Gate Station". Opening hours: 9:00-17:00, closed on Mondays. Exhibition space: There are 2 floors in total, the main exhibition hall is on the underground floor, there are 6 exhibition halls, 90% of the exhibits are paintings. Cultural and creative shop: It is on the underground floor, near the entrance gate area, where you can stamp. Rest and catering: There are rest areas and coffee shops in the museum, providing dine-in services.