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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do in Yuncheng [2025]
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Guanque Tower
4.5
/5
3103 reviews
7.6
From PHP 396.83
Based on 7 reviews
70.4 km from downtown
Phone 0359—8485381
Address: 852 County Rd, Yongji Shi, Yuncheng Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-1.5 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Yuncheng
Highlights:
360° panoramic view
360° view of surroundings
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Because of the famous ancient poem, this attraction is a must-see with children. The biggest problem is that there is no shade in the square. It is a long way to the Stork Tower, and my skin is almost sunburned.
I have longed for the well-known Stork Tower for many years, and finally my wish came true. The high-rise building rises from the ground and stands on the bank of the Yellow River. I hope that every hardworking person with a dream can reach a higher level.
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Yongle Palace
4.7
/5
1220 reviews
7.0
From PHP 429.26
Based on 7 reviews
44.5 km from downtown
Phone 0359-3011491
Address: About 2 kilometers north of Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Young team’s 9-year relocation miracle
Vast architecture & exquisite murals
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The murals in Yongle Palace are the biggest highlight of this trip to Shanxi. The lines are open and closed, the expressions of the characters are varied, and the explanation teacher is also very professional (you must ask for an explanation)!
The teacher is very patient and explains in detail. It is difficult to understand so many details and history without explanation. It is very suitable for children.
I highly recommend everyone to visit Yongle Palace. The murals are extremely shocking, but it’s a pity that you can’t take pictures.
I am also very grateful to the teacher for recommending Ruicheng’s food, which is quite delicious!
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Yuncheng Guan Gong Hometown Cultural Tourism Scenic Area
4.7
/5
2289 reviews
6.8
Based on 17 reviews
19.4 km from downtown
Phone 0359-2808369
Address: 239 Provincial Rd, Yanhu Qu, Yuncheng Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Rebuilt Qing Dynasty Wumiao site
Four cypress trees form dragon
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At the Guandi Temple, you'll experience the exquisite architecture and contemporary feel of the ancient architecture. Don't miss the exquisitely carved screen wall at the entrance. The temple is extensive, and the Imperial Garden, just off the main road, has a long corridor. If you're not in the sun, you can explore it if you have time.
There are many Guandi Temples. The Guandi Temple in Jiezhou Town, Yuncheng, Shanxi Province is the earliest, largest, most advanced, and best-preserved Guandi Temple in China. It is well-deserved to be called the ancestor of Guandi Temples!
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Pujiu Temple
4.4
/5
1131 reviews
6.4
From PHP 428.58
Based on 16 reviews
64.7 km from downtown
Phone 0359-8485263
Address: Yingshang, Xixiang Village, Puzhou Town, Yongji City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Echoing frog sounds at Yingying Tower
The Romance of the West Chamber
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It is mainly the love story of Zhang Sheng and Cui Yingying. There are pictures with stories surrounding the Yingying Tower, which is quite clever, but the cost-effectiveness of the entire scenic area is not particularly high.
Famous for the drama "Romance of the Western Chamber," it has become a holy place for love. "No temple in the world talks about love except Puji Temple in Shanxi." Yingying Pagoda is one of the most famous pagodas in China, and the other buildings are similar to other temples.
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Li's Grand Courtyard
4.7
/5
980 reviews
6.2
From PHP 428.58
38.9 km from downtown
Phone 0359-4823333
Address: Wanrong, Yuncheng, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Exquisite brick & stone carvings
Opera: Li Family Courtyard Story
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The scenic area is quite large and it takes some time to visit it all. If you want to learn about the historical allusions, it is better to hire a tour guide. Otherwise, if you wander around by yourself, you will know nothing and just wander around and take pictures.
I bought a Yuncheng tourist card for 128 yuan per person for one year. The tickets for Yuncheng attractions are basically 60 yuan. I didn't lose money after visiting two of them. This time I went to Guandi Temple again, and it felt very good.
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Yuncheng Salt Lake
4.3
/5
1080 reviews
6.2
From PHP 1468.26
Based on 25 reviews
4.8 km from downtown
Phone 0359-8966737
Address: Yanhu, Yuncheng, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
No.1 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Yuncheng
Highlights:
One of three major salt lakes
Rusty hot springs, always warm
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On the weekend, I came to Yuncheng Salt Lake with anticipation. When I stepped into the scenic area, the view suddenly opened up, and a sparkling lake came into view. The lake water sparkled dazzlingly under the sunshine, as if it was a bright gem inlaid by nature on the earth.
Walking along the lake, the lake water presents a unique color. Some places show a deep blue, like a miniature of the sea; some places are light green, as if they were gently painted by nature's brush. The salt crystals by the lake sparkled in the sun, like countless diamonds scattered on the shore, and they made a crisp sound when stepped on, which is quite interesting.
I couldn't help but take off my shoes and step into the lake. The lake water was cool and clear, gently caressing my feet, bringing a touch of comfort. In the distance, some tourists were taking pictures, and some were playing by the salt lake, and laughter echoed over the lake.
Yuncheng Salt Lake not only has charming natural scenery, but also contains rich historical and cultural heritage. Here, I seemed to travel through time and space, and felt the love and cherishment that people from ancient times to the present have had for this magical land. This trip to the salt lake brought me a lot of happiness and unforgettable memories, and also made me more in awe of the magic and greatness of nature.
There are many different opinions about whether Yuncheng is called Salt Lake or Salt Pond, but no matter what, it represents the same area. The area is equally beautiful and can give everyone many surprises, especially at sunset.
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Great Ladder Cliff of The Yellow River
4.7
/5
153 reviews
6.0
From PHP 460.32
81.7 km from downtown
Phone 0359-8675333
Address: Banpo Village, Xiahua Township, Hejin City, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Seven Mile Gallery's seasonal beauty
Hanging ladder from Northern Wei
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At the entrance of the Yellow River Ladder Cliff Scenic Area, a staff member gave a bottle of purified water and climbed up the ladder cliff. This is a wall-hanging ladder artificially excavated during the Northern Wei Dynasty. It has 365 steps and a vertical height difference of about 99 meters. It used to be an ancient military plank road. There are many tourist routes and ticket options, which can be decided according to the tourists' personal physical strength.
Ladder Cliff is really a 5A scenic spot with rich facilities and good services. I had a lot of fun. The weather will be a bit hot in summer, so be careful of heat stroke. The parking lot at the entrance is also free, which is highly recommended.
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Feiyunlou Scenic Area in Wanrong County
4.9
/5
153 reviews
6.0
From PHP 79.37
46 km from downtown
Phone 0359-4527977
Address: Wanrong, Yuncheng, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Unique design & aesthetic appeal
23-foot, three-story pagoda structure
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This is a very cost-effective attraction. The ticket price is only a few yuan. You can see the pinnacle of Chinese wooden structure. The structure is complicated and looks a bit like fireworks. It is worth a visit.
The Feiyun Tower of Wanrong Dongyue Temple, the south tower and the north tower, is as famous as the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda. The entire structure is a mortise and tenon structure without any iron nails. However, as time goes by, the former glory has gradually faded in the long river of time. It is suitable for those who are slow to travel, come here to see
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Houtu Temple
4.8
/5
193 reviews
5.8
59.2 km from downtown
Phone 救援电话：0359-4873580
Address: Bank of the Yellow River, Miaoqian Village, Ronghe Town, Wanrong County, Yuncheng City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Explore Chinese heritage by Yellow River
Zhang Yi's ancient path remains
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I arrived at Hou Tu Temple at noon. The sun was dim and the trees and grass were dim, which made the historical sites even more quiet. There was no sound and few shadows, which was a good place to listen to the voice of history quietly. The Chinese-shaped stage was empty with only carved beams left. The corridor under the Autumn Wind Tower seemed to echo the footsteps of a thousand years. It was a pity that I couldn't go up to the Autumn Wind Tower to overlook the Yellow River.
Heaven and earth, mountains and rivers, standing on the Autumn Wind Tower, looking west to the Yellow River, east to Qi and Lu, this is a place of eternal beauty. No wonder Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty wrote "Ode to the Autumn Wind" here, and Emperor Zhenzong of the Song Dynasty came here to worship heaven and earth, all because the sky is high and the clouds are far away, and the air you breathe is the air of history.
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Temple of Prince Guangren
4.3
/5
70 reviews
5.6
From PHP 107.15
44.1 km from downtown
Address: Four kilometers north of Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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As an ancient building enthusiast who likes in-depth tours, this one-day tour in Yuncheng was beyond my expectations! The driver Xiao Ma not only drove steadily, but was also a "walking encyclopedia". The atmosphere of Guangrenwang Temple, the suspended caisson of Guandi Temple, the ancient poetry of Guanque Tower, and the legend of "Romance of the West Chamber" in Puji Temple were all told by him vividly and interestingly, and even I was fascinated!
At noon, I recommend Dongwa braised pork, which is soft and tasty, and the steamed bun with squid soup is delicious! Xiao Ma also recommended cold dishes and king dishes, and the average person was 30 and ate very satisfyingly! What touched me most was that he took the initiative to take us to Fengling Ancient Ferry, saying that this is the hidden perspective to see the Yellow River, with few people and beautiful scenery, and it feels great to take pictures.
There was no shopping throughout the trip, toilet paper and mineral water were prepared in the car, and the air-conditioning temperature was comfortable. Xiao Ma also adjusted the itinerary according to the weather to avoid the scorching sun. The service was so considerate! Such a driver and guide has both cultural heritage and life temperature, highly recommended! Great! Next time I will come to Yuncheng, the first national treasure city!
It's a really small scenic spot, very close to Yongle Palace, with convenient parking. There is only one main temple in the scenic spot, which is dedicated to King Guangren and the four masters of wind, rain, thunder and lightning. Opposite is the stage. But after all, it is a Tang structure, and this alone is enough! The scenic spot is said to be built with the assistance of Vanke, and it really has the style of a sales office! The service is enthusiastic. I bought tickets for two adults and two children online in advance, and the ticket inspector also let me refund one child's ticket. I have to give it a thumbs up. The weather is too hot, so I can't calm down and take a look!
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