Why do 99% of people complain about Xiangtangshan Grottoes?

1. Attraction introduction 🌟 Xiangtangshan Grottoes is located in Fengfeng Mining District, Handan City, Hebei Province. It is one of the famous Buddhist grottoes in China. It was first built during the Northern Qi Dynasty, and was expanded during the Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties. There are 16 grottoes and more than 4,000 Buddha statues. The grottoes are divided into North Xiangtang, South Xiangtang, and Shuiyu Temple (Small Xiangtang). North Xiangtang is the largest and best-preserved. 2. Opening hours North Xiangtang: 08:00–17:00⏰ South Xiangtang: 08:00–17:00⏰ Shuiyu Temple: Open only on the 1st and 15th of each lunar month. 3. Ticket prices North Xiangtang: CNY 60 (half price for students)💰 South Xiangtang: CNY 15💰 Shuiyu Temple: Free, but only open at specific times. 4. Transportation guide North Xiangtang: Navigate to "North Xiangtang Grottoes Parking Lot". Parking fee: CNY 20🚗. You can also take Bus 66 from Handan City to Handan West Bus Station, transfer to Bus 805 to Fengfeng Mining District, and then transfer to Bus 2. South Xiangtang: Located near the urban area of Fengfeng Mining District, it is easily accessible. Navigate directly to the site📍. Shuiyu Temple: Located about 10 km north of Fengfeng Mining District. It is recommended to drive there🚗. 5. Tour route North Xiangtang: Area in front of the mountain: Visit ancient buildings such as Changle Temple and Song Pagoda to experience the weight of history. Grotto area: The main grottoes include Kejing Cave, Shijia Cave, and Dafuo Cave. Each grotto has its own unique charm. Mountain top and back of the mountain: Enjoy the natural scenery and visit Xianren Cave (an additional CNY 3 ticket is required). South Xiangtang: The grottoes are divided into two levels, with a total of 7 main grottoes, including Huayan Cave, Bore Cave, and Qianfo Cave. Each one is worth savoring. Shuiyu Temple: Small in scale, it is divided into east and west caves. The Buddha statues are mainly from the Tang and Song Dynasties, and have a strong sense of history. 6. Tour suggestions Time arrangement: It is recommended to spend 3–4 hours at North Xiangtang and about 2 hours at South Xiangtang. ⏰ Physical preparation: North Xiangtang requires climbing. It is recommended that tourists with good physical strength walk, or take an electric car. 🚶‍♂️ Notes: Photography is prohibited in the grottoes. Please protect the cultural relics and take care of these precious cultural heritages. ⚠️ 7. Food recommendations North Xiangtang: There are starch sausages outside the scenic area, CNY 10 for 3, which taste very good. 🍜 South Xiangtang: There are local snacks and restaurants near the scenic area, where you can taste local specialties. 🍽️