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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Pianguan [2025]
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Yungang Grottoes
4.8
/5
28088 reviews
8.9
From £ 12.38
Based on 991 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0352-7992622
Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll through the grottoes and explore Forty Caves
59,000+ stone sculptures inside caves
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The Yungang Grottoes are truly breathtaking! The Buddha statues carved into the rock walls are exquisitely carved, with lifelike details, seemingly telling stories from thousands of years ago. The magnificent grottoes showcase the masterful craftsmanship of ancient artisans. Each Buddha statue exudes a solemnity and sacredness, leaving one marveling at the richness of history and the allure of art.
Visiting the Yungang Grottoes requires a good level of stamina. During peak tourist season, the area is crowded, and some grottoes even have to wait in line to enter. I followed the guide's instructions and took my time exploring the area, which was quite enjoyable.
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
12347 reviews
8.6
From £ 8.26
Based on 119 reviews
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4006088608
Address: In Jinci Park, Jinyuan District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Growing Buddhist Relics Tower overlooking Jinci's panorama
Jinci's Three Treasures showcase ancient architectural charm
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Entering the garden, a sense of time and space washes over you. The profound and ancient scenery invites a sigh of admiration for the wisdom and ingenuity of our ancestors. Walking slowly and carefully with awe, the slanting wind and drizzle cannot conceal a sense of melancholy. So many memories of the past are scattered among the flowers, plants, carved railings and painted buildings. The feeling of helplessness of picking up flowers in the morning and picking them up in the evening embodies the saying, "The carved railings and jade steps should still be there, only their faces have changed." The passage of history is ultimately just the passing dust of time and space, each brick and tile telling the story of joys and sorrows.
Enter the Jinci Museum through the beautiful park. The exquisite architecture and vivid clay sculptures make people linger. There are rest corridors everywhere in the scenic area, which is very friendly to the elderly and children.
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.5
/5
19679 reviews
8.6
From £ 12.69
Based on 1,380 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0354-5690000
Address: No. 58 Zhaobi South Street, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Enjoy stunning sunset views from the city wall in the evening
World-class photography exhibition
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In Pingyao, some people like the old city of Pingyao, the outline of the strong is more thick and deep in the sunset; some people like the noisy Ming and Qing streets, people come and go, and all kinds of specialties. Some people say Pingyao has deteriorated. From a gentle and beautiful girl, Tingting Yuli, she became a social flower who always flattered tourists. Suggestion to avoid pits: shopping should be cautious and avoid falling into the pit. The dates I bought in the ancient city looked amazing at the time. I took them home and found that I didn't dare to eat them at all. I threw them all away.
It's worth a visit. As long as you have enough time, you can take a good walk around. There are photo studios all over the street. Find a professional one, put on various clothes, and take some beautiful photos as souvenirs!
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Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
4.8
/5
13424 reviews
8.4
From £ 4.96
Based on 181 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0349-5088889
Address: Northwest corner of Yingxian city, Shuozhou city
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
11-foot Buddha statue inside
Panoramic views of nature & history
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To see the Nine-Storied Liao Pagoda, you can take a look at Professor Wang Nan of Tsinghua University’s “Thousand-Year Wooden Pagoda” in advance. After you have an understanding of the internal structure, you can look at the exterior to get a real feel for the inside and outside.
It's worth a visit! We encountered a huge traffic jam in Taiyuan and almost missed the first floor tour. Fortunately, it was delayed for half an hour until 6:30, which made it worth my rush. It's definitely worth a visit. Please ask for an explanation to help you experience it better.
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Xuankong Temple
4.7
/5
8921 reviews
8.4
From £ 3.00
Based on 789 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0352-8327795
Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the southeastern suburb of Wuyuan County, Datong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Admire Exquisite Wood Carved Murals Along the Plank Road
Cliffside's breathtaking architecture
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Luggage storage at the Hanging Temple is inconvenient. Taxis only go to the entrance, and you still have to walk over a kilometer to the visitor center with your suitcase. I recommend leaving your luggage at the Hengshan Visitor Center or at your hotel and taking a taxi there. For those visiting Hengshan and the Hanging Temple, I recommend buying a shuttle bus for 20 yuan per person. However, for those who don't visit Hengshan and only want to visit the Hanging Temple, the service is less friendly. Taxis won't let you into the parking lot, even if it's empty. The parking lot is about 500 to 600 meters from the visitor center, which is quite uncomfortable with your suitcase. I recommend setting up luggage storage at the entrance. Alternatively, you can get a round-trip ticket from Hengshan to the Hanging Temple for a cheaper price, as not everyone wants to visit Hengshan.
I am very satisfied with the management of the scenic area. It is very orderly and there is no traffic jam when entering and exiting. It feels great in all aspects. Generally speaking, it is very good and cautious. It is indeed very shocking and good.
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Whistling Dune Bay
4.3
/5
4512 reviews
8.3
From £ 12.38
Based on 81 reviews
Xiangshawan | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-878-5550
Address: Dalad, Ordos, Inner Mongolia, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Breathtaking desert views & panorama
Camel rides in the desert
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Children are free of charge, and people over 60 are also free of charge. The round-trip cable car is 50 yuan. We caught up with the heavy rain, and the scenic spot gave us raincoats. We passed directly without ticket inspection. It is a responsible scenic spot.
For city kids, the desert is still fun. The projects inside are very good, but the queue time is a bit long and it rained heavily in the desert. Otherwise, we could have played for a while longer, so we were forced to close the business.
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Dazhao Temple
4.7
/5
7309 reviews
8.3
From £ 3.61
Based on 138 reviews
Dazhao Temple / Saishang old street | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0471 630 3154
Address: Dazhao Street, Yuquan District, Hohhot City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
10-yard golden dragon & mural
Grand blessing ceremony on Lantern Festival
Saved by 297 users4621 positive reviews
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With over 400 years of history, Hohhot's Dazhao Temple (also known as the "Wulian Temple" or "Silver Buddha Temple") is one of the most famous Tibetan Buddhist temples in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia. Construction began in 1579, the seventh year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty. The plaque hanging at the gate reads, "The First Spring of the Nine Frontiers." Legend has it that Emperor Kangxi bestowed this plaque upon the spring, which his horse had discovered was sweet. I only dared to check in at the entrance, wearing traditional princess clothing. Once inside, I respected the temple's history and culture. [Namaste]
Overall, it's worth a visit, as it's one of the landmarks of Hohhot, Inner Mongolia. Dazhao Temple (Wuliang Temple in Chinese, Yikzhao in Mongolian) is a Gelugpa monastery in Yuquan District, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia. Founded in 1579, the seventh year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, it is renowned for its "three unique wonders": its silver Buddha statues, dragon carvings, and murals. In 2006, it was designated a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Site and is now a National 4A-level tourist attraction. Construction was overseen by Altan Khan, leader of the Tumed tribe of Mongolia, and completed in 1580. It is the oldest Yellow Sect monastery in Hohhot and is known as the "First Zhao" (Mountain South). During the Qing Dynasty, due to the residence of Emperor Kangxi, it was revered as an "imperial temple" and the system of reincarnated Living Buddhas was abolished, making it one of the few temples in Mongolia without a Living Buddha. These three unique treasures are worth a visit.
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Huitengxile Huanghua Valley
4.3
/5
2710 reviews
8.2
From £ 10.11
Huitengxile Grassland | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-0474-400
Address: Phaeton Siler Grassland, Chayouzhong Banner, Wulanchabu City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Saved by 128 users1833 positive reviews
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I entered the scenic area from the South Gate and left from the South Gate after using various means of transportation. I bought a pass, but didn't have time to see the Aobao meeting. The whole journey took about four hours, which is highly recommended.
The scenery is super beautiful, the air is super good, very cool, you can ride a horse to feel the summer wind and let yourself go. It is worth a visit, eat the meat of the hand, drink milk tea, it is a worthwhile trip,
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Huayan Monastery
4.8
/5
8872 reviews
8.1
From £ 5.16
Based on 146 reviews
Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0352-2042001
Address: No. 459 Xia Sipo Street, Datong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Saved by 130 users7110 positive reviews
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In addition to several free attractions in Datong Ancient City, the most beautiful one is Huayan Temple, with exquisite murals, statues of people, and the Huayan Underground Palace to visit. There is also the famous Oriental Venus.
Families, Huayan Temple is truly worth a visit!
This ancient temple, built in the seventh year of the Chongxi reign of the Liao Dynasty, is one of the earliest and most well-preserved Liao and Jin Dynasty temple complexes still in existence. Its scale and architectural craftsmanship are truly breathtaking. Step inside and you'll be captivated by the temple's meticulous layout. The Main Hall of the Upper Temple is one of the largest Buddhist halls of the Liao and Jin dynasties. Its 4.5-meter-tall glazed gargoyles are the largest in ancient Chinese architecture. The Qing Dynasty murals within the hall are also exquisite, second only to those in the Yongle Palace in Yuncheng. The Bodhisattva Hall of the Lower Temple houses over thirty Liao Dynasty statues, each remarkably lifelike. The "Oriental Venus," a bodhisattva with clasped hands and bared teeth, is particularly captivating, with her voluptuous figure and smile captivatingly beautiful.
Huayan Temple's treasures extend far beyond these. Beneath the Huayan Pagoda lies an underground golden hall constructed from hundreds of tons of pure copper, where thousands of Buddha statues shimmer in a majestic and awe-inspiring atmosphere. The scenic area is also full of innovative features. For example, the cup sleeves at the Huayan Temple Cafe feature AR technology, allowing you to scan and learn about the temple's history. This is quite interesting.
Huayan Temple truly combines history, culture, artistic charm, and innovative experiences, making it an unforgettable destination!
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Wutai Mountain
4.6
/5
8016 reviews
8.1
From £ 5.16
Based on 439 reviews
Wuye Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone 18634384269
Address: 205 Provincial Rd, Wutai Xian, Xinzhou Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China, 035515
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
Pilgrimage to five unique peaks
Panoramic view of Mount Wutai
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If you have faith, go to Mount Wutai. If you like taking photos, go to Mount Wutai. If you hike, you must climb to the Big Snail Peak. Climb the 1,008 steps to see all the other mountains. The mountain is in the clouds, the temple is in the mountain, and you are in the temple.
🌿 August Zhangzhou Wutai Mountain Travel Review 🌿 1️⃣ The climate is pleasant, the summer resort Wutai Mountain has a high altitude, and the average temperature in August is between 10℃-20℃, and the maximum temperature rarely exceeds 25℃. It is a great choice for summer summer in North China. 2️⃣ The Buddhist culture is deep as the head of China's four famous Buddhist mountains, and Wutai Mountain has a rich Buddhist cultural heritage. Xiantong Temple, Tayuan Temple, Bodhisattva Ding and other temples have a long history and magnificent architecture, which is a good place to feel Buddhist culture. 3️⃣ Wutai Mountain is composed of a series of mountains and peaks. The top of the five platforms has a wide view and spectacular scenery. Dongtai Wanghaifeng can watch the sunrise and clouds. Beitai Yedoufeng is the highest peak in North China, and it has snow all year round. 4️⃣ Convenient transportation from Taiyuan Wusu Airport by bus to Wutai Mountain Scenic Area, about 3 hours by car; from Beijing Liuliqiao by long-distance bus, about 5 hours by car, convenient transportation. 5️⃣ Rich activities - Tour to Taiwan: You can choose to walk five Taiwans, the whole journey is about 50 kilometers, it takes 2-3 days to experience a deep pilgrimage. - Zen beauty hotel: The top of the mountain temple can hang orders to stay and experience the temple life; there are many Zen homestays to choose from at the foot of the mountain. 6️⃣ Practical Tips - Tickets: 135 yuan in peak season, 118 yuan in off-season, half price for students and the elderly. - Accommodation: It is recommended to book in advance, especially in peak season. - Food: The price of food and beverages in the scenic area is high, it is recommended to bring some dry food and water. 🌟 In summary, Wutai Mountain is a place that integrates natural scenery and Buddhist culture. Whether it is summer vacation, pilgrimage or hiking, it can meet your needs.
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