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

🌟 Jiyi Temple, also known as Yangwang Temple, is located in Yangwang Village, Yangwang Town, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. It is a temple with a long history and profound cultural heritage. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but according to inscriptions, it was rebuilt during the Yuan Dynasty (1264-1294). The temple mainly worships two historical figures, Houji and Boyi. Houji was an agricultural official during the Yao and Shun periods and was revered as the "God of Agriculture," while Boyi was famous for assisting Yu in controlling floods. The temple faces south, and the original complex included the mountain gate, offering pavilion, stage, and main hall, but now only the stage and main hall remain. In 2001, Jiyi Temple was listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit by the State Council. 🎫 Ticket price: CNY 20 per person ⌚ Opening hours: Jiyi Temple is open daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm ✅ Location: Yangwang Village, Yangwang Town, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province ☀ Personal experience: Walking into Jiyi Temple feels like traveling through time and space, immersing oneself in ancient agricultural civilization. Standing in front of the main hall, looking up at the three-colored glazed tile roof shining in the sunlight, a sense of awe arises. Inside the hall, the eye is drawn to the murals on the walls, colorful and lifelike, telling stories of Houji, Boyi, and ancient agricultural life. The characters in the murals, whether worshiping, working, or hunting, seem to convey their love for life and reverence for nature. In the details of the murals, many lively scenes can be found, such as farmers carrying hoes and holding grains, hunters with knives and bows. These images not only showcase the wisdom and diligence of ancient people but also reflect their longing and pursuit of a better life. Standing in front of these murals, I seem to hear their laughter while working and feel their anticipation for a bountiful harvest and gratitude to nature.

|A photo spot that maintains its historical appearance. Beichi Ji King Temple was built to commemorate Hou Ji, the ancestor of human agriculture. Beichi Ji King Temple is a north-facing courtyard with a south-facing entrance. The temple is grand, with a complete layout, simple design, and luxurious decorations, maintaining its original historical appearance. The main buildings include the Ji King Hall and the stage from the Ming Dynasty, as well as the Land Temple, east and west side halls, and ear halls from the Qing Dynasty. The layout and form of the buildings are very asymmetrical, with a hammer on the east and a mallet on the west. The Ji King Hall is the main hall, with three rooms, six rafters, a single-eave gable roof, glazed tile edges, glazed tile ridge decorations, three single-eave brackets under the front eaves, and a flat bracket in each room. The inner walls of the main hall of Beichi Ji King Temple have a large portrait of Chairman Mao and the "Three Old Articles"; the back wall of the stage has a brick carving shadow wall of about 9 square meters. Address: Beichi Village, Yangwang Town, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province Self-driving: Drive from the People's Government of Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province to Beichi Ji King Temple, about 30.5 km, about 59 minutes. Opening hours: Contact the cultural relics protection officer

|Check in at historical attractions. Jiangzhou Three Towers refers to the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and Music Tower. It is located on the high wall in the west of Xinjiang County, Yuncheng, Shanxi Province. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, there were many city towers in the prefecture and county towns, commonly known as Drum Towers. Only the three towers of Jiangzhou stand side by side, arranged in a north-south pattern, with the Bell Tower in the south, the Music Tower in the east, and the Drum Tower in the north. [The Bell Tower] was built in the Northern Song Dynasty and was rebuilt in the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. It is now a relic of the Ming Dynasty. Inside the tower hangs a 10,000-jin iron bell, which was cast in the third year of Jin Tiande (1151). It is the heaviest and oldest bell in the country. [The Music Tower] is a relic of the Ming Dynasty and was repaired in 1983. It has two floors, five rooms wide, and two rooms deep. [The Drum Tower] was built in the Zhizheng period of the Yuan Dynasty. The existing wooden structure is a relic of the Ming Dynasty. It was repaired and painted in 1994. Location: No. 1, Yapo Shang, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province 🚗Transportation: About 1 hour drive from [Yuncheng City] or [Linfen City]

|Brick carving art masterpieces. There is a Song and Jin ancient tomb on a slope next to Longxing Temple, which are tombs from the late Northern Song Dynasty and early Jin Dynasty. This is not the original site of the ancient tombs, but was discovered, excavated, and relocated here in 1996 from Duzhuang Village, Wanan Town, Xinjiang County, and Beisu Village, Zezhang Town. The brick carvings in the tomb are simply like the Twelve Girls Band! Twelve women with round faces, some dancing with flowing silk ribbons, some waving drumsticks, some playing the pipa, and some blowing the lusheng, panpipes, and flute, all with fluttering clothes, natural movements, and vivid expressions. The brick carving craftsmanship of that era 1,000 years ago had already reached such a high level! Address: Inside Longxing Temple, No. 2 Longxing Road, Jiang County (North Side) Tickets: CNY 3 to enter the ancient tomb

| See the most beautiful Guanyin statue. Fusheng Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty, and was repaired during the Song and Yuan Dynasties, and also during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The Amitabha Hall is a relic of the Yuan Dynasty, and it contains more than 30 painted and hanging sculptures from the Yuan and Ming Dynasties. Among them, the most beautiful hanging sculpture of Guanyin is particularly eye-catching. However, the head of the Arhat painted sculpture in the hall was stolen, and has been repaired in recent years. There is the "most beautiful Guanyin in China", Guanyin is behind the statue of Amitabha, lying on the door to look, the glass is also reflective, only to see the Guanyin's feet, the cute and lovely boy. The main hall is a double-eave Xieshan-style building, which enshrines the three saints of the West: Amitabha, Mahasthamaprapta, and Guanyin, all of which are original works when the hall was built. These statues are exquisitely crafted and have solemn expressions. It is particularly difficult for large clay sculptures to be preserved in the original site of the Buddha Hall. The whole group of statues is beautiful in shape, smooth in lines, harmonious in proportion, rich in color, and elegant in style, which can be traced back to the Tang and Song Dynasties. Address: Guangcun, 17 km northwest of Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province Transportation: Take bus No. 12 to Beisu Village, and then walk for 5 minutes to get there. Tickets: Free

|Simple beauty. Guangcun Jade Emperor Temple is located on a high hill in the northwest corner of Fusheng Temple, Zezhang Town, Xinjiang County. It is a cultural heritage site with a long history. According to the inscription, the temple was first built during the Yuan and Liao dynasties. The oldest existing building is the main hall from the Ming dynasty, which has high historical value. The main hall is the core building of Guangcun Jade Emperor Temple, showcasing the characteristics and style of Ming dynasty architecture. Guangcun Jade Emperor Temple is currently undergoing restoration. The entire main hall is simple and elegant, retaining the charm of history. There are no grand statues of Bodhisattvas or Buddhas inside, but the paintings on the beams give a sense of historical weight. Fusheng Temple is not far from Guangcun Jade Emperor Temple and can be visited as an additional attraction.

| The first Christian church in Shanxi. The cathedral of the Xinjiang (Yuncheng) Diocese is located on a high cliff at the end of Beijie Street in Xinjiang County. Xinjiang was the first place in Shanxi Province to receive Catholicism. In 1620 (the 48th year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty), Italian priest Giulio Aleni came to Jiangzhou and established the first Catholic church in Shanxi Province. Although Xinjiang Catholic Church is not as famous as the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Guangzhou or the Xujiahui Cathedral in Shanghai, and there are not many tourists visiting, it is the first Catholic church in Shanxi, and it is located in a county with a long history and many national-level protected ancient buildings, which makes it very significant. When visiting Longxing Temple and Jiangzhou Office in Xinjiang, you can also visit this niche attraction. Since the county is not large, you can walk to these attractions by following the navigation. Address: No. 18, Damendao, Longxing Town, Xinjiang County, Shanxi Province Tickets: Free

|An ancient temple with a long history. Baitai Temple, also known as Puhua Temple, is one of the earliest temples in the Hedong region. Most of the buildings in the temple were built during the Jin and Yuan dynasties. With a long history and prominent early style, the temple is home to statues from the Yuan and Ming dynasties, making it a rare and precious historical site. The main existing buildings include Fazang Pavilion, the east and west side halls, Shijia Hall, the rear main hall, and the west wing room. All other buildings have been destroyed. Enter Fazang Pavilion and you will see three clay statues of Buddha. The Medicine Buddha is enshrined in the middle, with the Sunlight Bodhisattva and Moonlight Bodhisattva on either side. These statues have plump skin and beautiful shapes. Each one exudes a solemn and sacred aura that will leave you in awe. Address: Over 200 meters southwest of Guangma Village, Quanzhang Township, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Transportation: Take a taxi from Yuncheng Zhangxiao Airport. The journey is about 90.4 km and takes about 1 hour and 57 minutes.

|Why the pagoda emits smoke. Longxing Temple in Xinjiang is laid out symmetrically along a central axis, with the following buildings from south to north: the mountain gate, 108 steps, Biluo Stele, Mahavira Hall, east and west side halls, Longxing Pagoda, and Song and Jin dynasty ancient tombs. Longxing Pagoda is a landmark building in Jiangzhou, and the ancient pagoda is famous mainly for the mysterious phenomenon of smoke rising from the pagoda. According to the 1941 "Stele Inscription on the Reconstruction of Longxing Temple in Xinjiang," in the first year of the Guangxu period (1875), "smoke rose from the top of the pagoda, straight up into the sky, as a sign of success in the imperial examinations." On the Mid-Autumn Festival in 1971, every day near dusk, wisps of blue smoke rose from the top of the pagoda, circling around the top of the pagoda, lasting for about half an hour before disappearing on its own. The smoke could be clearly seen from 300 to 400 meters away from the pagoda, and it continued for more than ten days before stopping, with no less than a thousand people watching every day. According to the Xinjiang County Museum, from August 21 to 28, 1993, for eight consecutive days, smoke rose from the pagoda every day near dusk, with varying durations, and the cause is still to be scientifically verified. In addition, the temple preserves the "Biluo Stele" and nine valuable steles from the Ming and Qing dynasties, as well as six stone lions. Below the steps southeast of the pagoda are two Song and Jin dynasty brick chamber tombs relocated in 1995. Address: No. 2 Longxing Road, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City Opening hours: Summer 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Winter 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Admission: Ticket price: CNY 10 per person; Pagoda ticket: CNY 5 per person; Ancient tomb ticket: CNY 3 per person; Guide fee: CNY 30 per time

Xinjiang County in Shanxi has preserved many ancient buildings. ‌Jiangzhou Office: Located in the northwest corner of Xinjiang County, it is a representative ancient government office building. ‌Xinjiang Ancient City: With a history of over 1,400 years, it still retains the Tang Dynasty style and has high research value. ‌Longxing Temple: Located in Xinjiang County, it is home to the famous Longxing Pagoda. ‌Catholic Church: Located in Xinjiang County, it is a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles, with Gothic spires and facade decorations, as well as traditional Chinese cultural elements and patterns. It is very beautiful.

|A record of ancient agricultural civilization. Jiyi Temple is a temple dedicated to Houji and Boyi. Legend has it that Houji was an agricultural official during the reign of Yao and Shun, the ancestor of the Zhou Dynasty, and the founder of Chinese agricultural civilization. He was worshiped as the "God of Agriculture" by later generations. Legend has it that Boyi was an official of Dayu, and the ancestor of the Ying family of the Qin royal family. His main achievement was "helping Dayu control the flood". Jiyi Temple was built in the Song and Jin Dynasties, and was rebuilt and expanded in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The theater and the main hall are relics of the Ming Dynasty. The murals of Jiyi Temple are treasures of ancient Chinese mural art. Most of the content is ancient Chinese myths and legends, praising the deeds of Dayu, Houji, and Boyi in teaching people to farm and benefiting the people. There are "Pilgrimage Map", "Houji Birth" Map, "Teaching People to Farm" Map, including "Burning Map", "Plowing and Harvesting Map", "Logging Map", "Hunting Map" and other contents. It shows the indomitable spirit of the ancient people in conquering natural disasters. There are more than 400 people, gods, and ghosts in all the murals, interspersed with landscapes, trees, flowers, birds, and beasts. They are integrated, with clear layers and novel artistic ideas. They are masterpieces of ancient painting art. Address: S232 (Linxia Line), Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province Transportation: Take Xinjiang Bus No. 16, get off at Nantou Village Station, and walk to the destination Opening hours: 08:00-17:00

Visiting late at night is a bit abrupt, and I can't help but feel a little nervous. Speaking of Taoist holy places, the temple is a place to worship immortals, and its sacredness and solemnity are awe-inspiring. Xiangu Temple in Cuiling Village, Gujiao Town, was built in the early Yuan Dynasty, and after many vicissitudes, it was rebuilt in its original form during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty. Although it is not large, it is famous for its imitation wood brick carvings, which are extremely rare. The temple enshrines Xiangu Tongzhenzi, and its solemnity is awe-inspiring. Xiangu Tongzhenzi, whose surname is Ma and whose name is Shouming, is known as Tongzhen. Her life story is recorded in the twelfth volume of the Guangxu edition of the "Zhi Li Jiangzhou Zhi" (Annals of Jiangzhou, Zhili). As for her era, the stele says it was the early Yuan Dynasty, while the Guangxu County Annals places it in the Southern Song Dynasty, which may be the mystery of history. She was originally from Xizhou, but the stele and the county annals are divided into Xixian and Yonghe, adding to her legendary color. Xiangu practiced Taoism and was compassionate, often saving people from suffering. She once built the Fengxian Palace here to worship the gods and pray for the people. Behind the statue in the center of the temple is a beautiful brick carving of Xiangu holding a peach, symbolizing her ability to grant longevity and health to the people. In the hearts of the local villagers, Xiangu Tongzhenzi is no less important than the Medicine King Sun Simiao. Although the statue on the altar is newly sculpted, it is lifelike, as if it can see through all the suffering in the world. On either side of the side doors stand two maids, holding pomegranates and peaches, with their upper bodies exposed, graceful in shape, adding a touch of vitality to the temple. Although the late-night visit was a bit of a disturbance, I felt honored to be shocked by such a sacred and solemn temple.

A small temple in a small alley in Xinjiang, Yuncheng, which looks very inconspicuous, is actually a national treasure from the Yuan Dynasty! The Sanguan Temple was built in the first year of the Zhizheng period of the Yuan Dynasty (1341), and was rebuilt in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It used to be called the Gourd Temple, but unfortunately, the big stone gourd in front of the door has been destroyed. Does this remind you of anything? The staff said that this is the prototype of the Gourd Temple in "Dream of the Red Chamber". The two clay sculptures on the left side of the entrance are so damaged that they are unrecognizable (Figure 8), but they are a bit cute and adorable. In fact, two of the statues in the hall are replicas of their original appearance. Do you think they look a bit like they used to? There are also many exquisite Yuan Dynasty clay sculptures in the hall. The faces of the main sculptures of the "Heaven, Earth, and Water" statues have been restored, but due to poor craftsmanship, they appear stiff and clumsy. On the contrary, several small statues may not have been restored because they were not valued, and they retain their original charm and are very vivid. The folds and sleeves of the painted sculptures are beautiful, and the luster of the mineral pigments can still be faintly seen, which is incomparable to chemical pigments. Address: Sanguan Temple, Xinjiang, Yuncheng, Shanxi It just opened on May 1 this year, so don't miss it! You can take photos, but don't use the flash.

Longxing Temple (Photos 1–10) is not far from the Jangzhou Office and the Catholic Church. It was built in the Tang Dynasty and was originally called Biluo Temple. Zhao Kuangyin, the first emperor of the Song Dynasty, once lived here and renamed it Longxing Temple. It is a national protected site and the Yuncheng Annual Tourism Pass is accepted. Main attractions include: Biluo Stele (Photo 3), a Tang Dynasty stele with unique calligraphy, a national first-class cultural relic and calligraphy treasure. Yuan Dynasty painted sculptures in the Mahavira Hall (Photo 5). Longxing Pagoda (Photo 7), a landmark of Jangzhou, also known as "Jangzhou Pagoda," was built in the Tang Dynasty and rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. You can climb the pagoda for a distant view. Each floor has a four-character inscription. Song and Jin Dynasty brick-carved tombs (Photos 8–10), moved from elsewhere, two in total, small and exquisite, with a separate charge of CNY 5, and an old man as a part-time guide. There are two "Women Opening the Door" carvings, which are very interesting. Jangzhou Confucian Temple (Photos 11–17), a national protected site and the Yuncheng Annual Tourism Pass is accepted. The existing main buildings are relics of the Ming Dynasty. The glazed brick carvings on the outer wall of the Dacheng Hall are very beautiful (Photo 17), but unfortunately, some are damaged.

Although Xinjiang is a county, it has many ancient buildings and national treasures. Jiangzhou Office Scenic Area is in the center of the county, and the scenic area is quite large, including the following parts: Photos 1–5: Jiangzhou Three Towers, namely Le Tower (Photo 2), Drum Tower (Photo 3), and Bell Tower (Photo 4). Photo 5 is a photo of the three towers together. The Bell Tower requires a fee to enter. Photo 6: City God Temple, a modern building. Photo 7: The archway in front of Jiangzhou Office. Photos 8–14: Jiangzhou Office, a national treasure, and the Yuncheng Tourism Annual Pass can be used. Among them, Jiangzhou Hall (Photo 10) is a Yuan Dynasty building and is the largest state office hall in China. The column base (Photo 12) is a Tang Dynasty relic. Photos 15–18: Jiangshouju Garden, the back garden of the state office, is the only existing Sui Dynasty garden in China. Photo 15 is the door from Jiangzhou Office to Jiangshouju Garden. It was originally a painting of a tiger and leopard, but now the painting is gone and replaced with a stone carving. Photos 19–20: Xinjiang Catholic Church. Built in 1937, it is the first Catholic church in Shanxi. It is a 10-minute walk from the north gate of Jiangshouju Garden. The highlight is the combination of Chinese and Western styles, as it is both a Gothic building and has a Chinese-style roof.

Fusheng Temple is located in Guangcun, northwest of Xinjiang County, Yuncheng. It was built in the Tang Dynasty, and the existing buildings are from the Yuan and Ming Dynasties. It is a national protected site and free to visit. The most interesting part of Fusheng Temple is the sculptures in the Amitabha Hall. The front is the Three Saints of the West (Figure 9), a Yuan Dynasty statue. The Four Heavenly Kings and Eighteen Arhats (Figures 10 and 11) on both sides are from the Ming Dynasty. The most exquisite are the Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Kings, and children on the back (Figures 1, 12–16), all from the Yuan Dynasty. Especially Guanyin, which can be compared with the seated Guanyin in Longxing Temple in Zhengding. The first floor of the rear hall (Figure 17) is the Three Buddha Cave, which also has Ming Dynasty Buddha sculptures, but unfortunately, it is not open due to maintenance.

Fusheng Temple in Yuncheng, Shanxi, is home to the most beautiful Guanyin of a thousand years, as well as the prototype of the Ming King in the Black Wukong game. Located in Guangcun Village, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, it is a historic Buddhist temple that dates back to the Tian Tong period of the Northern Qi Dynasty. It was built by the order of Emperor Taizong Li Shimin during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty and was named "Fusheng Temple" in the third year of the Dading period of the Jin Dynasty. It was rebuilt and expanded during the Song and Yuan Dynasties and later, witnessing the prosperity and inheritance of Buddhist culture. The temple is rigorously laid out, facing south. The buildings along the central axis include the Mountain Gate, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Amitabha Hall, the Three Buddha Caves, and the Sutra Library, while the Bell and Drum Towers, the Three Saints Hall, the East and West Side Rooms, and the Side Rooms are located on both sides.

Fusheng Temple is located in Guangcun, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng, Shanxi Province. It was founded during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. Fusheng Temple was overhauled in the 11th year of Hongzhi in the Ming Dynasty. Fusheng Temple as a whole is a national treasure temple famous for its colorful sculptures from the Yuan Dynasty, especially the "most beautiful Guanyin crossing the sea". Along the central axis of the temple complex, there are mountain gates, Tianwang Hall, Amitabha Hall, Three Buddha Cave, Sutra Pavilion, etc. Among them, the Amitabha Hall is located on a 5-meter-high heavy platform. There are colorful sculptures from the Yuan Dynasty in the hall. The Amitabha Buddha is in the center, and the standing statues of Guanyin and Mahasthamaprapta are on the left and right. On the back of the main Buddha statue, there is a colorful hanging sculpture of Guanyin Crossing the Sea from the Yuan Dynasty. , surrounded by benevolent boys, Ming kings and donors, etc., all of which were original works when the temple was built. On both sides of the main Buddha statue are the Four Heavenly Kings and the Eighteen Arhats. Statues of Bodhisattva, boy and Arhat. Each statue is a national treasure and every sight is breathtakingly beautiful. [Tour Tips] Fusheng Temple is currently open to the public free of charge, because cultural protection may be closed sometimes, so we need to pay attention to its opening status temporarily. Guangcun, where Fusheng Temple is located, is a historical and cultural village worth strolling and savoring.

In Shanxi, I thought the national key cultural relics protection units were enough to amaze me. However, a city-level cultural relic protection unit hidden in the soil cliff, Huguo Shanqing Temple, shocked me again. Huguo Shanqing Temple is located in Xiguan Village, Chengguan Town, Xinjiang County. Its history can be traced back to the 34th year of the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty (1606 AD). At that time, it was built by imperial edict and was rebuilt during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty. However, in 1958, most of the temple was demolished due to the construction of the Houxi Railway. During the turbulent years of 1966, it suffered severe looting, and none of the statues in the temple were spared. Despite this, the existing suspended gold dragon reliefs on the golden pillars in the main hall have shown extraordinary vitality with their enduring colors and exquisite craftsmanship. These golden dragons seem to be flying in the air, vivid and lifelike, with bright colors and exquisite details, making them the most beautiful works among the coiled dragons. They are not only breathtaking but also perfectly embody the four words "small, delicate, exquisite, and unique," making people admire the wisdom and craftsmanship of the ancients.

🏰🌳 Introduction Fusheng Temple, a hidden gem in Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, is not only a national key cultural relic protection unit, but also a popular check-in spot due to the popularity of the game "Black Myth: Wukong." 🔥🐒 Location Located in Guangcun, 17 km northwest of Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, it is easily accessible by car from Xinjiang County. Opening Hours Open from 8:00 to 18:00. It is recommended to set off early to avoid missing the wonderful attractions. Main Attractions 🌟 1. Amitabha Hall: The essence of Yuan Dynasty architecture, with Yuan Dynasty colored sculptures, including Amitabha Buddha, Guanyin, and Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva, as well as the Four Heavenly Kings and Eighteen Arhats added in the Ming Dynasty. 2. Guanyin Crossing the Sea: Known as "China's Most Beautiful Bodhisattva," its hanging sculpture group is exquisite and visually impactful. 3. Three Buddha Cave: Located on the lower level of the Sutra Pavilion, it houses the Three Buddhas (Shakyamuni, Dipankara, Amitabha) and attendant Bodhisattvas, all Ming Dynasty works. Travel Tips 💡 - Clothing: Comfortable shoes are recommended as walking is required. - Photography: A paradise for photography enthusiasts, but please note that flash may not be allowed in some areas. - Cultural Experience: Learning some Buddhist culture in advance will enhance your visit. - Protect Cultural Relics: Please follow the rules, do not touch the relics, and help protect these valuable cultural heritages. Conclusion Fusheng Temple is not just a simple trip, but a cultural journey through time and space. 🌌🌉 Whether you are interested in history, architecture, or religious culture, you will leave with a full heart. Come to Fusheng Temple and start your exploration journey! 🏃‍♂️💨 Transportation 🚗 - Self-driving: Navigate to "Fusheng Temple, Guangcun, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province." There is a parking lot in front of the temple. - Bus: Take a bus from Xinjiang County to Guangcun, and walk to the destination after getting off. 📍🌟

Fusheng Temple is located in Guang Village, Zezhang Town, Xinjiang County, a national historical and cultural village. It was first built during the Tang Dynasty and was ordered to be built by Emperor Taizong Li Shimin. It was later named Fusheng Temple in the third year of the Jin Dynasty. The buildings on the central axis, such as the mountain gate, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Amitabha Hall, and the rear hall, form a four-entry courtyard, especially the hanging sculptures in the Amitabha Hall, which are even more breathtaking. Recommended index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: Guang Village, Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. 🚌Transportation: It is recommended to drive or charter a car. 💸Tickets: Free, no need to make an appointment in advance. ⏰Opening hours: 08:00-17:30, it is recommended to visit for 1-2 hours.

||。Not Europe! 16 National Protected Sites, This Little-Known Shanxi City || After the popularity of Black Myth: Wukong, many hidden gems in Shanxi should be discovered, and "Xinjiang, Yuncheng" is one of them. It was once the capital of the Jin State and one of the six historical and cultural cities in Shanxi (the other five are Datong, Pingyao, Daixian, Qixian, and Taiyuan). The first Gothic Catholic Church in Shanxi and one of the four major Gothic Catholic Churches in China is located here. You can easily walk around the county town and see all the essence of ancient architecture. There are also some surprises nearby, such as the only agricultural mural in China at Jikui Temple and the most beautiful Guanyin statue at Fusheng Temple. 🗺 City Walk, about 4 kilometers, walking tour takes about 4 hours Longxing Temple➠Xinjiang Catholic Church➠Jiangzhou Hall➠Jiangzhou Three Floors➠Three Officials Temple➠Jiangzhou Confucian Temple➠Longxing Temple ❶Longxing Temple The landmark building of Xinjiang, built in the Tang Dynasty, has left many national treasures after several dynasties. The Bi Luo Stele, Yuan Dynasty statues, and the Longxing Temple Pagoda rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty are the three highlights of Longxing Temple. There are also two relocated brick-carved tombs and a 10 yuan entrance fee. ❷Xinjiang Catholic Church Xinjiang is the earliest place in Shanxi where Catholicism was introduced, dating back to 1620. The contrasting Chinese-style building next to the church is the former Ming Palace. You can visit during daily mass. ❸Jiangzhou Hall The use of column reduction and relocation techniques makes the hall very spacious and bright. Archaeological discoveries in front of the hall reveal cultural layers from the Tang Dynasty onwards, covered with tempered glass. The rough pillars and ruins of the Yuan Dynasty echo with modern technology, which is very interesting. The newly built City God Temple is next door. ❹Jiangzhou Three Floors The Drum Tower, Bell Tower, and Music Tower are located on a slope next to Jiangzhou Hall. This area is being planned as the new ancient city of Xinjiang. It is less crowded and more pleasant on non-holidays. ❺Three Officials Temple Cao Xueqin once lived in Xinjiang. The Three Officials Temple is believed to be the prototype of the Gourd Temple in Cao Xueqin's Dream of the Red Chamber. The ancient building houses 14 Yuan Dynasty polychrome sculptures. It was once closed to the public, but is now open again! ❻Jiangzhou Confucian Temple The double-eaved hip-and-gable roofed Dacheng Hall is very beautiful. Here, you have walked through the ancient architectural remains of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Catholicism in Xinjiang. 🗺 Nearby Highlights Fusheng Temple: Admire a beautiful collection of Yuan and Ming polychrome sculptures, including the most beautiful Guanyin statue, the dynamic Ming King, and the graceful Bodhisattva attendants. Jikui Temple: Here is the only known agricultural mural in China, showing a farmer subduing a locust spirit as tall as a man. Unfortunately, Jikui Temple is closed after being open for seven days during National Day. It is currently under construction and will soon be open again. 🔖 Practical Tips 🍁 Autumn is the best season to travel to Xinjiang. The weather is clear, and you can easily take photos of Longxing Temple Pagoda and the Catholic Church together. I recommend having a hot pot in Xinjiang after a day of travel, it's so comfortable! 🚄 Take a high-speed train from Yuncheng North Station to Houma West Station, and transfer to bus No. 36 to reach Xinjiang.

🏯Located in YunCheng, Shanxi Province, China, FuSheng Temple is a historic Buddhist temple and the inspiration for the online game "Black Myth: Wukong". Want to take a trip to learn about Buddhist culture and mythology? This FuSheng Temple travel guide will provide you with detailed information!🌊🌟 📍📍【Step 1: How to Get There】📍📍 🛫From YunCheng city center, you can choose to drive yourself, take public transportation, or take a taxi to FuSheng Temple. Driving and taking public transportation both require a longer travel time, while taking a taxi offers a more convenient service.🚗🛳️ 🌺🌺【Step 2: Visiting FuSheng Temple】🌺🌺 📸FuSheng Temple has a wealth of Buddhist culture and mythological landscapes. You can stroll through the temple, admiring its exquisite Buddhist architecture and surrounding scenery. You can also visit the temple's Buddha statues and murals to learn about Buddhist culture and the story of "Black Myth: Wukong".🏞️📸 🌿🌿【Step 3: Buddhist Culture】🌿🌿 🏮FuSheng Temple is a historic Buddhist temple with many ancient Buddha statues, murals, and Buddhist relics. Visit these relics to learn about Buddhist culture and faith.🏛️📚 🍽️🍽️【Step 4: Tasting Local Cuisine】🍽️🍽️ 🍴Near FuSheng Temple, there are many local specialties, such as Shanxi noodles and Buddhist vegetarian dishes. Try the local specialties to experience Shanxi's culinary culture.🍹🥘 🛏️🛏️【Step 5: Accommodation Recommendations】🛏️🛏️ 🏨Near FuSheng Temple, there are many hotels and guesthouses offering comfortable accommodation. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during peak tourist season.🌙🏞️ 🌟🌟【Conclusion】🌟🌟 🏯FuSheng Temple is a mythical place in YunCheng. Its culture and beauty will surely leave a deep impression on you. We hope this guide will help you plan an unforgettable trip to FuSheng Temple.🛫🌍

During our trip to Shanxi, we spent most of the day in the car🚗... Until I went to Xinjiang, This treasure town on the edge of Yuncheng not only hides 16 national treasures, It also gave us a full sense of relaxation, I think this is the most suitable city for citywalk in Shanxi🏙️~ If you travel to Shanxi, be sure to leave a day for Xinjiang... - 📈Route suggestions: Fusheng Temple⛩️⇨Xinjiang Confucian Temple⇨Longxing Temple⇨Sanguan Temple⇨Jiangzhou Department Scenic Area (Jiangzhou Third Floor⇨Chenghuang Temple⇨Jiangzhou Lobby⇨Jiang Shouju Garden)⇨Catholic Church⛪ - 🚗About transportation: ✔🚅Yuncheng North or Linfen West-Houma North Station (about 20 minutes by high-speed rail), take a taxi about 8 kilometers from the high-speed rail station to the Confucian Temple (it is recommended to use online taxi-hailing, which is half cheaper than a taxi); ✔🚗Taking a taxi in the city is cheap, starting at HKD5 for 2 kilometers; - 🌇About the scenic spot: ①⛩️Fusheng Temple: 20 kilometers away from the city｜Black Myth·Wukong filming location｜Aspect: The most beautiful colored sculpture of Guanyin crossing the sea; ②⛩️Xinjiang Confucian Temple: 🎫HKD10｜Ming Dynasty architecture, the first of the three Jin Confucian temples; ③Longxing Temple: 🎫HKD10, first built in the Tang Dynasty | HKD5 allows you to climb the Longxing Pagoda and overlook the panoramic view of Xinjiang (it is not recommended to go up, the tower is very narrow and requires both hands and feet); ④⛩️Sanguan Temple: HKD0｜Wenbao Small Temple of the Yuan Dynasty｜worships the Heavenly Officials, the Earth Officials, and the Water Officials; ⑤🏯Jiangzhou Department Scenic Area: ☞Jiangzhou third floor: HKD0, Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and Music Tower｜are not allowed to go upstairs; ☞Chenghuang Temple: HKD0, a newly built Qing Dynasty style building; ☞Jiangzhou Lobby + Jiangshouju Garden: HKD40｜The only existing Sui Dynasty state capital garden in my country; ⑥⛪Xinjiang Catholic Church: HKD0｜Gothic architecture like a castle🏰｜You will be invited to attend mass in a friendly manner; - 🍲About food: Xinjiang hot pot is a specialty of Shannan region, (different from Sichuan hot pot). There are crispy meat and meatballs in the copper pot, with vermicelli, cabbage🥬, kelp, and bean skin. The staple food is usually eaten with steamed buns; (personal taste It can be full, but it can’t be said to be delicious😂😂) - 🏨About the hotel: Xinjiangcheng is not a big area and there are not many choices for hotels. It is recommended to stay in Linfen or Yuncheng for a day trip; Longxing Temple Xinjiang Catholic Church Jiangzhou Confucian Temple

If you come to the small town of Xinjiang, walking on the bustling county center street, looking far away, the first thing that comes into your eyes is the Longxing Pagoda standing on the towering high wall! · Longxing Pagoda, also known as "Jiangzhou Pagoda", is located behind Longxing Temple on the high cliff at the end of North Street in Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City. It is a landmark building of Jiangzhou Ancient City! This tower was built in the Tang Dynasty, originally eight levels high. During the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, due to the collapse of the old age, the outer skin was re-wrapped and the height was increased to the current thirteen levels. The tower is octagonal and about 40 meters high! · What is even more amazing and puzzling is that there is a thousand-year-old mystery of "smoke from the top of the tower" around this ancient tower. According to records, the tower has appeared 6 times in history. The phenomenon of "smoking" is recorded in the "Reconstruction of Xinjiang Longxing Temple Stele" in the temple: "Guangxu Yihai (1875 AD), the top of the tower smokes, and it is unanimously agreed that Qingyun goes straight up." Since entering modern times, this phenomenon has not stopped. In 1937, 1971, and 1976, the most recent one was in 1993 and lasted for several days. There were tens of thousands of viewers (see the last picture)! What the hell is going on? There are different opinions. Some people say it is smoke, and some people say it is a group of small insects. Someone once climbed to the top of the tower to observe the reason but it was unsuccessful! This mystery that has been shrouded in people's hearts for thousands of years has not yet been solved! · The legend of the legend gives the millennium pagoda a mysterious color, so over the past thousands of years, there have been many tourists and incense guests and explorers, and it has also become a unique talk after the small town of Xinjiang tea and dinner! So why don't you come and find out! I believe that if this phenomenon is encountered again now, the mystery will be revealed soon💪 · PS: This is still a rare ancient tower that can be ascended! You can even explore the outside of the tower and overlook the panoramic view of Jiangzhou Ancient City · 📝Xinjiang Jiangzhou Ancient City Visiting Ancient Route Recommendation: Jiangzhou Sanlou (Le Tower, Drum Tower, Bell Tower)➡️Xinjiang Chenghuang Temple➡️Jiangzhou Shu (Jiangzhou Hall, Jiangshou Juyuan Pond)➡️Xinjiang Cathedral➡️Longxing Temple➡️Sanguan Temple➡️Xinjiang Confucian Temple · ———𝐓𝐈𝐏𝐒——— 🚗Yuncheng to Xinjiang self-driving 1.5 hours 🚄The nearest high-speed rail station in Xinjiang is Houma West Station, 25 minutes from Yuncheng 🚌Houma West Station Bus 36 Road to Xinjiang, recommended taxi 25 yuan 🏃🏻The distances between various attractions in Xinjiang Ancient City are relatively close🉑️citywalk 🎫Longxing Temple is free, and the tower is 5 yuan 🥢Come to Xinjiang, you must have a Jiangzhou hot pot

Fusheng Temple is located in Guangcun, a historical and cultural village in Xinjiang County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. It was founded in the Tang Dynasty and was rebuilt in the 11th year of the Hongzhi period of the Ming Dynasty. Fusheng Temple covers an area of 5,000 square meters and is arranged along a central axis. It has well-preserved mountain gates, Heavenly King Hall, Amitabha Hall, Three Buddha Cave, and Sutra Depository. In particular, the Amitabha Hall, Sutra Depository, and Three Buddha Cave are relics from the Yuan Dynasty. The other buildings are also Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings with a history of hundreds of years. Heavenly King Hall It is three rooms wide and has a single-eave hip and gable roof. Amitabha Hall It is the main hall of the temple. The exquisite double-eave hip and gable roof is a relic from the Yuan Dynasty. The hall enshrines the "Three Saints of the West", but the most famous is the suspended Guanyin crossing the sea on the back, which is known as the "most beautiful Guanyin in China". Transportation: Xinjiang Bus No. 12, get off at Guangcun Station, fare: CNY 5, about 40 minutes per bus Admission: Free

San Guan Temple, also known as Gourd Temple, is located at the west entrance of Hanjia Lane, Xinjiang County, Shanxi Province. It was built in the first year of the Yuan Dynasty (1341) and is a temple dedicated to the Taoist Three Pure Ones. The existing buildings include the Xian Hall and the Main Hall, both of which were built in the Yuan Dynasty. The Xian Hall is one room wide and two rooms deep, with a cross-hipped roof and six wooden doors on the front. The main hall is two rooms wide and three rooms deep, with four single eaves and a hanging mountain roof. The hall houses 15 colored sculptures from the Yuan Dynasty, which are of great historical and artistic value. On June 25, 2006, San Guan Temple was listed as the sixth batch of national key cultural relics protection units.

Sanguan Temple, commonly known as Hulu Temple. I don't know if Cao Xueqin ever came here, and Jia Yucun lived in Hulu Temple. Hulu Temple has no Hulu monks, but two or three enthusiastic cultural protection sisters. 📸Sanguan Temple Wooden structure·Only the Xian Hall and the main hall are left, built in the Yuan Dynasty, the Xian Hall has a cross-hipped roof, and the main hall has a single-eave overhanging gable roof, and the two mountains are five-flower gable walls. Statue·The Xian Hall displays the statues damaged by the heavy rain in Shanxi in August 2022. I don't know how many cultural relics didn't survive at that time. The main hall has two 1:1 restored statues. I wonder if you can tell which one is the restored one? Eleven colored clay sculptures of gods, maids, etc., with fat bodies, short proportions, and slightly confused expressions. Tickets🎫: Free Transportation🚌: Xinjiang County has a train station, with few trains, the neighboring city Houma high-speed rail is very convenient, and there are many public buses in the two places Nearby ancient buildings🐝: Jiangzhou Shu Scenic Area, Longxing Temple, within walking distance ✍🏻️Off-topic Starting from the Hanging Temple, there is a question: Why do the eyes of Taoist gods and immortals look up? It is completely opposite to Buddhism's looking down at all beings.

Passing through Xinjiang County in Yuncheng, Shanxi, we stopped by Fusheng Temple, the filming location of Black Myth. Unexpectedly, we received all kinds of unexpected benefits: free tickets, free guides, free cultural and creative prints, can you believe it?! I have to admit, Shanxi is too friendly to destiny people! 👉 Fusheng Temple The entrance is low-key and unremarkable, but inside the temple hides the legendary most beautiful Guanyin statue. The entire wall is a relief sculpture themed on the Sea-Crossing Guanyin, and the Ming King from Black Myth is wielding a sword right next to Guanyin. Who says you can only see relief sculptures in Xiaoxitian of Xixian? The relief sculptures in Fusheng Temple are completely beautiful and unique in style! You think visiting Fusheng Temple is all there is in the small town of Xinjiang County? Jiangzhou Grand Hall/Jiyi Temple/Baitai Temple/Longxiang Guan Emperor Temple/Qiaogoutou Jade Emperor Temple/Sanguan Temple/Xinjiang Longxing Temple/Beichi Ji King Temple/Jiangzhou Confucian Temple/Quanzhang Guan Emperor Temple/Shousheng Temple are all national protected cultural relics. The 1.5 days we reserved were not enough to see these dozen ancient buildings, so we can only leave it for next time~ 🥢 Xinsheng Noodle House The carb lovers are completely controlled by Shanxi's noodle houses. A large portion of stir-fried knife-cut noodles costs only 11 yuan, and the portion is astonishingly large. Two people can barely finish it by sharing!

| The Millennium Dream of Baitai Temple. 🌿🏰 Exploring Ancient Temples | The Millennium Dream of Baitai Temple 🌿🏰 🌟 Recommended Rating: ★★★★☆ 🎟️ Ticket: Free, no need for complicated introduction letters, just go! 🕒 Tour Duration: About 1 hour, perfect for your leisurely afternoon 🕗 Opening Hours: From 8 AM to 5 PM, capture the most beautiful light and shadow of the ancient temple 🚗 Transportation: Self-drive or charter, making the journey more free and easy 🌾 Hidden in the fields is a thousand-year-old temple that has weathered the vicissitudes of time—Baitai Temple. It is located on a high platform of earth mounds, surrounded by endless crops, as if telling endless stories. 🔥 Must-see Highlights: 1️⃣ Three Drips Water Fajang Pavilion: As soon as you enter, you are greeted by this magnificent building. Built in the Jin Dynasty and renovated in the Yuan Dynasty, it is built against the earth cliff, with three layers of dripping eaves and two stories high. The design of the hanging mountain top makes one marvel at its exquisite structure. 🌧️ On rainy days, every drop of water looks particularly charming. Standing on the second floor, looking out at the countryside, the tranquility and beauty are simply beyond words. Inside the pavilion, there are three clay-colored Buddha statues enshrined, with the Medicine Buddha in the center, the Sunlight Bodhisattva and the Moonlight Bodhisattva on either side. Each statue has plump skin and beautiful shapes, making them excellent works of Yuan Dynasty sculpture. 2️⃣ Shakyamuni Hall: Rebuilt during the Mingchang period of the Jin Dynasty, it has a single eave hip roof and brick carved ridge decorations, simple and solemn. 3️⃣ Amitabha Hall (Rear Main Hall): Rebuilt in the 15th year of Zhizheng in the Yuan Dynasty (1355), it has a single eave hanging mountain roof, simple dougong brackets, and an ancient charm. 🌳 On the large moon platform in front of the main hall, there used to be three octagonal scripture pillars from the Song Dynasty. Now, only the bases of the pillars can be seen. The Tang Dynasty statue relic pagoda has also disappeared, which is regrettable. On both sides of the moon platform, there are two thousand-year-old ancient Tang locust trees. Although they have weathered the storms, they are still lush and full of vitality. ⚠️ Theft History: Baitai Temple was robbed in 1993, 1994, and 2002. The most serious incident was in 2002 when precious cultural relics were plundered and have not been recovered to this day. This is a painful part of its history. 📸 Come and capture this unique historical charm, and let the millennium story of Baitai Temple shine again through your lens!