2026 Yangqu Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in July)

Taiyuan is great, but I really won’t come back casually 😭 (just returned with a full, honest guide to avoid pitfalls) Here’s a fair and honest take! Taiyuan is a low-key northern ancient city with deep cultural roots It has the thousand-year-old Jin Temple charm, magnificent ancient county town night views, and rich Sanjin history Carb-rich food smells amazing, prices are friendly, and the people are very down-to-earth But after just finishing the trip, I finally understand the saying: Taiyuan is great, but I really don’t want to come a second time It’s not that it’s not beautiful! It’s just exhausting, too dry, terrible transportation, tourist streets full of traps, and attractions too spread out! Here’s a no-ad, fully tested, super detailed Taiyuan pitfall avoidance guide Covering all the tourist traps, hidden scams, pointless attractions, and transportation and food pitfalls in one go! Sisters planning to visit Taiyuan must save this!! 🌿 First, the honest truth: all the reasons Taiyuan deserves praise Putting aside all the complaints, Taiyuan is seriously underrated! ✅ Legendary historical depth Jin Temple, ancient county town, and museum all showcase thousands of years of history. Architecture lovers will be thrilled ✅ The carb paradise lives up to its name Knife-cut noodles, sauced noodles, tou nao, braised noodles, oat noodles, pancakes—any small local shop is delicious ✅ Overall low prices Compared to other provincial capitals, food, lodging, and daily expenses are very affordable ✅ Relaxed pace No crowds or noise, the city is quiet and steady, perfect for slow relaxation, exploring history, and enjoying food If you love history, enjoy noodles, and prefer a laid-back trip, Taiyuan is definitely a hidden gem! But! Ordinary tourists, lazy travelers, those who hate dryness, hassle, or traffic jams should think twice!! ❌ Real reasons to reconsider | Taiyuan’s 5 biggest frustrations 1. Attractions are extremely spread out, spending half the day on the road Taiyuan is really scattered!! The best sights are mostly in the suburbs Jin Temple, Taiyuan ancient county town, and botanical garden are all far from downtown The subway has only two lines, which don’t cover the distant attractions Buses are slow, require multiple transfers, and one-way trips often take an hour A day of sightseeing means half the time traveling and half sightseeing It’s exhausting and seriously reduces the experience 2. Northern dryness hits hard, southern visitors struggle Taiyuan is a super dry city Strong winds, heavy dust, and ridiculously dry air On day one: sore throat, peeling nose, chapped lips, tight skin Without good moisturizing, the whole trip is uncomfortable!! 3. Transportation is full of traps, traffic jams + tourist scams Downtown is gridlocked during rush hours The road to Jin Temple is jammed daily, parking is hard, and lines are long Taxi queues during peak times start at 30 minutes The worst are unlicensed cars and scam taxis at attractions Some taxis don’t use meters, overcharge, and push kickback restaurants Low-price roadside touts and package car sales are all traps, new tourists get ripped off easily 4. Tourist streets are major disappointments, all mass-produced Liuxiang and Food Street are famous In reality: nationwide chain snacks, overpriced, average taste Locals rarely go, purely commercial tourist streets 5. Strict reservations! Popular attractions are hard to get tickets for Shanxi Museum and Jin Temple require advance booking No chance of tickets if you go last minute Many people travel far only to be turned away, very frustrating ⚠️ Must avoid in Taiyuan | pointless attractions + hidden scams (learned the hard way) ❶ Liuxiang & Food Street | only walk through, don’t eat or spend money Taiyuan’s biggest tourist trap! ❌ Serious price gouging, mass-produced taste, average hygiene ❌ Most so-called “Taiyuan specialties” are just rebranded wholesale goods ❌ Crowded and overly commercial, no local vibe at all ✅ Right way: just take photos passing by, for authentic food head straight to old local shops in residential areas! ❷ Qinglong ancient town | very pointless, don’t go out of your way Many shops are empty, repairs are average, very little to do Scenery is ordinary, far away, wasting time and money If short on time, just cut it from your itinerary! ❸ All “fast passes, backdoor tickets, private guides” at Jin Temple entrance are fake Many touts at the entrance claim no reservation needed, shortcuts, cheap entry ❌ All scams! No backdoor access at all ❌ Low-price private guides force shopping, waste time, shorten tours ✅ Only reliable option: official booking + official guide ❹ Don’t buy “handmade old Chen vinegar” from roadside vendors Loose, homemade, freshly brewed vinegar Mostly blended vinegar, poor taste, impure, and expensive For souvenirs, trust official supermarket brands! ✅ Truly worth visiting! Taiyuan must-see hidden gems (no traps) 1. Jin Temple ✨ the ultimate reason to visit Taiyuan! One of China’s most complete ancient gardens Thousand-year-old buildings, Song dynasty maid statues, ancient trees and springs, full of cultural depth History and architecture lovers will be amazed! 💡 Important tips ✅ Book at least 3 days in advance ✅ Don’t take roadside unlicensed cars, use city buses or official ride-hailing ✅ Take the electric shuttle only as needed, don’t fall for full-package scams ✅ Be sure to listen to the guide! Otherwise, you won’t understand the essence, just looking at buildings 2. Taiyuan ancient county town | stunning night views, free and amazing Daytime is simple and grand, with great blue brick alleys to explore At night, the lights are truly breathtaking! Thousands of lights, ancient walls with shadows, perfect for photos 💡 Tips ✅ No need to buy tickets for many small paid spots, the free outer area is enough to explore ✅ No need for electric shuttles, the core area is perfect for walking 3. Shanxi Museum | free and full of knowledge A must-visit in Taiyuan! All of Sanjin’s thousand-year history is condensed here Bronze ware, ancient architecture relics, murals are stunning Great for slowing down, learning, and soaking it all in 💡 Note Closed on Mondays! Book in advance! 4. Shuangta Temple | Taiyuan landmark An old Taiyuan symbol, simple and solemn The towers are photogenic, and climbing up offers a city view Great for those who like off-the-beaten-path sites and quiet photos 🍜 Taiyuan food | local hidden must-eats + avoid list ✅ Must-try authentic Taiyuan flavors (no traps) Knife-cut noodles, sauced noodles, braised noodles, oat noodles, tou nao, lamb offal soup, fried pork, stuffed pancakes Taiyuan noodles are a no-brainer, any small local shop in residential areas is delicious! ❌ Absolutely avoid 1. Liuxiang and Food Street overpriced tourist snacks 2. So-called “authentic Chen vinegar and beef specialties” at attraction entrances 3. Most “local old brands” recommended by taxis are kickback shops 🚗 Transportation, lodging, and travel pitfall avoidance Transportation 1. Use ride-hailing for suburban attractions, avoid roadside taxis 2. Avoid Jin Temple direction during peak hours, traffic is terrible 3. If driving, find official parking in advance, fines for illegal parking are heavy 4. Never take roadside unlicensed cars or low-price package cars Lodging ✅ Best choice: Xinghualing and Yingze districts downtown Lots of food, convenient transportation, close to everywhere ❌ Avoid guesthouses near attractions: overpriced, poor facilities, remote and inconvenient Must-bring items (most important for Taiyuan!) Taiyuan is very dry!! ✅ Lip balm, body lotion, moisturizer, hydrating spray ✅ Masks (wind and dust protection) ✅ Drink plenty of water! Stay hydrated throughout! 📝 Reliable 3-day, 2-night Taiyuan itinerary (not tiring, no detours, all highlights) Day 1: Arrive in Taiyuan → carb-rich food feast downtown → Shanxi Museum → night walk Day 2: Full day deep tour of Jin Temple ancient buildings → return downtown for authentic noodles Day 3: Leisurely stroll Taiyuan ancient county town → check in at Shuangta Temple → eat at local old shop → return trip 💥 Final honest words Taiyuan is truly a steady, rich, culturally deep city with incredibly comforting food It has no influencer filters, no exaggeration, no hype Quietly hiding the thousand-year Sanjin civilization But why say it’s great but won’t come again? Because: Attractions are too far, transportation is a hassle, climate is too dry, tourist traps are many, traveling is exhausting Suitable for: history lovers, carb fans, laid-back travelers, and those who enjoy quiet old towns Not suitable for: those chasing trendy photo spots, who hate fatigue or dryness, rushing itineraries, or love crowds As long as you book ahead, avoid scams, streamline your itinerary, and moisturize well, Taiyuan is definitely worth a serious visit✨

Looking for a quiet, secluded spot near Taiyuan to unwind and enjoy a peaceful, slow-paced getaway? Look no further than Qinglong Ancient Town! Since its reopening, the town has been remarkably uncrowded, free from crowds and commercial noise – a perfect haven for solitary wandering and relaxation. It retains its well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty street layout, with ancient courtyards and lanes featuring traditional gray bricks and tiles. A stroll through the town allows you to immerse yourself in the unique charm and tranquility of a northern Chinese town, with a retro atmosphere at every turn. What's most delightful is the town's thoughtful design. Several exhibition halls showcasing agricultural culture and intangible cultural heritage are meticulously arranged, with detailed and thoughtful exhibits that fully demonstrate the local folk customs and historical heritage – all free to visit. Bonus! Entrance to the entire ancient town is free, and parking is also free for those driving. No need to rush or squeeze into crowds, you can stroll alone through the ancient streets, examine old objects, and appreciate old history. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a peaceful and leisurely time. It is the top choice for short trips around Taiyuan to relax and unwind.

Who would have thought! Fantawild in Taiyuan is really perfect for a family self-driving trip! Ancient-style park + parent-child activities + stunning performances, a one-stop worry-free place to entertain the kids. Drive straight there, easy parking, personally tested to be fun and not tiring. After reading this, just go for it ✅ 📍Address: No.1 Huaqiang Middle Road, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City 🚗 Self-driving 30-40 minutes direct from downtown, navigate to "Fantawild Oriental Heritage Taiyuan" Huge parking lot, 10 RMB/day for small cars, park anywhere without stress. Arrive early to park near the entrance, so kids walk less! ⏰ Opening hours Weekdays: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Holidays/Summer: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (with night sessions + fireworks show, definitely a must-go!) 🎫 Ticket prices (2026 latest) Adult ticket: 280 RMB/person Children 1.1-1.4 meters: 199 RMB/person Children under 1.1 meters: Free ✅ Ticket purchase advice: Buy in advance via Fantawild Travel APP/official mini program, no need to exchange tickets, just scan ID to enter, saves time and effort 📸 Must-visit photo spots for families 1. Park entrance archway Take photos right when you enter, ancient-style architecture + Fantawild logo, grand and photogenic, perfect for family group shots 2. Qingyun Town The whole street is decorated with red lanterns and ancient-style shops. Great for daytime traditional Chinese style photos, and at night the lighting creates a fairy tale atmosphere, every shot looks magical 3. Shenzhou Tower Ancient-style drop tower building, with a classical look. Stand in front for panoramic shots, very photogenic. Even more stunning when lit up at night 4. Boonie Bears themed area Full of beloved characters like Bear Big, Bear Two, and Bald Qiang, very cartoonish and cute. Kids look adorable posing anywhere here 5. Wishing Tree / Lantern Corridor Full of atmosphere, gentle and photogenic, perfect for warm parent-child photos 6. Night fireworks show When fireworks bloom with the park buildings as the backdrop, capture a family photo, romantic and unforgettable 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Must-try family-friendly rides (suitable for young kids, not intense) ✅ Nuwa Mends the Sky 4D immersive experience, ride a small car following Nuwa to grab colorful stones. Fun story, not scary, kids love it ✅ Fly With You Suspended dome theater, 8 minutes flying over the beautiful landscapes of China, visually stunning, suitable for the whole family, highly recommended! ✅ Boonie Bears Theater Cartoon animation + live interaction, kids stay glued the whole time, a perfect way to relax while entertaining the kids ✅ Idiom Fairy Tales Drift on a small boat watching cartoon idiom stories, slow-paced and perfect for young toddlers, also educational ✅ Jiuzhou Charm Giant screen movie telling Chinese history, stunning visuals, an easy way to introduce history to kids ✅ Mini Roller Coaster / Carousel Gentle and not intense, satisfies kids’ desire for rides, very safe 💣 Family trip pitfalls to avoid (learned the hard way) 1. Definitely download the Fantawild Travel APP! Check real-time queue times, show schedules, and navigation to avoid wasting time wandering 2. Don’t wear sandals or skirts with kids! Many rides are inconvenient for those. Wear comfortable sneakers for easy walking 3. Water rides (Kunlun Adventure, Dayu Controls the Water) prohibit disposable raincoats! The park rents raincoats for 14 RMB each, better to bring your own long non-slip raincoat to save money and be practical 4. Don’t buy snacks or toys at the entrance! Prices inside the park are high, bring a small amount of snacks and warm water, no checks at entry 5. Visit off-peak! Rush to popular rides (Nuwa Mends the Sky, Fly With You) right at opening, do indoor rides first then outdoor, avoid the noon crowd peak 6. Must-haves with kids: stroller (rentable in park but better to bring your own), sunscreen, sun hat, wet wipes, mosquito repellent 7. For meals, try Jiuzhou Food Garden, more variety and better value. Avoid random stalls, expensive and not filling 💰 Estimated budget for a family of three 🔹 Tickets: 280×2 + 199 = 759 RMB 🔹 Parking: 10 RMB 🔹 Meals: Eating inside the park, about 60-70 RMB per person, around 200 RMB for three 🔹 Snacks/toys/extra expenses: 100 RMB 🔹 Total: about 1070 RMB (If you skip extra toys and simplify meals, you can keep it under 1000 RMB, great value) 💡 Tips Don’t try to do every ride with kids, focus on a relaxed and comfortable experience Play rides during the day, watch fireworks at night, fully immerse in the park’s joy Self-driving back is convenient, just drive home when tired, super hassle-free

Make the most of spring and enjoy nearby scenery✨ One-day tours near Taiyuan suburbs, encounter seas of flowers, and fully enjoy leisurely moments. ✅ Recommended One-Day Routes 🌸 Flower Viewing & Family Photo Line · Yuquan Mountain Suburban Forest Park · Taiyuan Botanical Garden + Jinyang Lake 🏯 Cultural Heritage & History Line · Jinci Museum · Taiyuan Ancient County Town · Qinglong Ancient Town 🏞️ Mountain Outdoors & Nature Line · Meng Mountain + Tianlong Mountain · Tai Mountain Longquan Temple · Fen River Second Reservoir Trip Highlights ✅ Choose from flower viewing, culture, or outdoor routes ✅ Relaxed and easy, suitable for all ages ✅ Pure sightseeing with no shopping stops, deep exploration ✅ Direct car hire, worry-free and comfortable 🚗 Advantages of Car Hire ✅ Exclusive vehicle, stop and go freely, flexible and convenient ✅ Stress-free throughout, no need to squeeze into buses or find parking ✅ Comfortable and safe, perfect for kids and elders ✅ One-stop service, travel with peace of mind 💡 Friendly Reminders 1. Large temperature difference between morning and evening, dress accordingly 2. Protect against sun and stay hydrated, bring necessary items 3. Take good care of elders and children, pay attention to safety 4. Travel civilly and protect the environment 5. Travel safely and enjoy your trip 🔗 Click the link below for more details

Today I arrived at the Dawang Temple, one of the "Ancient Temple Troupes" in Yangqu County, Shanxi Province. In "The Orphan of Zhao," King Zhao Wu ruled the Jin State and was deeply loved for his outstanding achievements. Near the cave where he was hidden as a child, there is a dripping cliff. Ancient people believed he could bring clouds and rain, so the folk worshiped him as the Rain God, respectfully calling him "Cangshan Dawang" or "Great King God." The Dawang Temple was rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty, and currently, only one main hall remains. The west wall features the West Palace painting (the Great King finishes spreading rain and returns to the palace to be welcomed by officials), while the east wall shows the patrol and rain-spreading scene (various deities performing the rain-spreading process). I discovered one of the deities, whose four eyes met mine, sparking curiosity, so I researched and found out. This deity is called the Four-Eyed God, dressed in a long robe, wearing a Confucian headscarf, holding a carpenter’s ruler, and most notably, having four eyes, which makes people feel dizzy and unable to look at him for long. During the Dragon King's rain-spreading, the Four-Eyed God's main duty was to measure the range and depth of the rain, supervising the Dragon King's rainfall work from a technical perspective—similar to today's meteorological department, often announcing rainfall amounts and coverage after the rain. This post is for friends who have seen this deity but don’t know who he is. Feel free to show it off and enjoy. ✅ Itinerary continuously updated... ✅ If you have questions, feel free to comment; I will answer all! ✅ Follow me to unlock more travel tips & off-the-beaten-path experiences!

On the evening of the Lantern Festival (the 15th day of the first lunar month) in 2026, Taiyuan Fantawild will present the "Fireworks Blessings for Reunion" themed fireworks show, with the display starting around 9 PM. As the currently announced Lantern Festival fireworks event in Taiyuan, this fireworks display features a visual effect like a cascading galaxy, creating a festive and joyful atmosphere of reunion. Alongside the national trend grand parade, multiple special performances, and interactive games, it offers an immersive holiday experience. The park is full of spring vitality and lively as ever, perfect for family outings, romantic dates, or friends hanging out together. Come to Taiyuan Fantawild to enjoy the brilliant chapter of the Lantern Festival night sky and add a romantic finale to your Spring Festival!

Fantawild Adventure Taiyuan will reopen on February 10, 2026! The park features a 10,000-square-meter immersive real snow space, launching an ice and snow carnival experience. Enjoy a 100-meter high-speed snow slide, ice and snow octopus, an 8-meter giant snow sculpture of a dumpling, a starlight fantasy crystal ball, and interactive scenes with elf snow foxes, creating a pure white dreamland with a soft light filter effect—perfect for best friends checking in, couples taking photos, and families playing in the snow. On Valentine's Day, February 14, and from the first to the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, a fleet of a thousand drones will take to the sky for a spectacular starry show; the New Year’s fantasy parade combines the Boonie Bears family with intangible cultural heritage fish lanterns, and the Journey to the West-themed lantern displays illuminate mythical characters' stories. The "Fu" character New Year wealth blessing event will also launch simultaneously, where visitors can interact with NPCs to win special ingots and bring in good luck for the new year. Come to Fantawild Taiyuan and catch this winter romance and festive surprise!

Complete Guide to Yangqu, Shanxi 🚀【Shocking Reveal】Do you know about Yangqu, this "hidden gem" county? Explore Shanxi's hidden treasure in one day!🔥 Hey, friends! Do you think Shanxi is only about Pingyao Ancient City and Qiao Family Courtyard? Actually, Shanxi's "hidden" treasures are far richer than you imagine! Today, I want to take you to a little-known place—Yangqu County! Here, you’ll find not only a long history and culture but also charming natural scenery and authentic Shanxi cuisine that will definitely thrill you!🌟 1. Highlights: Why must you visit Yangqu?✨ On this ancient land of Shanxi, Yangqu is like a dazzling pearl, quietly hiding endless surprises! It’s not crowded, yet it has the purest cultural atmosphere and the most authentic rural charm. Whether you love exploring ancient sites or pursuing natural beauty, Yangqu can satisfy you! Plus, it’s conveniently accessible, making it an ideal choice for a short trip!🚗💨 2. Top 3 Must-Visit Attractions🎯 1. Yangqu Ancient City Ruins—Travel Through a Thousand Years of History Why go? This was once an important transportation hub, with well-preserved ruins full of historical charm. Highlights: Ancient city walls, old streets, cultural relic exhibitions—feel the prosperity of a thousand years ago. Tip: The soft morning light is the best time for photos, don’t forget your camera📸! 2. Nanzhai Village—One of Shanxi’s Most Beautiful Villages Why go? It preserves the most original folk customs, with blue bricks and gray tiles, simple and elegant. Highlights: Traditional handicrafts, farmhouse experiences, rural scenery. Tip: Take an early morning walk through the village alleys to experience the most authentic rural life, and don’t forget to taste the local farmhouse dishes🌾. 3. Yangqu Great Buddha Temple—A Perfect Place for Peaceful Meditation Why go? It offers not only a long Buddhist cultural history but also a tranquil natural environment. Highlights: The Great Buddha statue, ancient temples, meditation experiences. Tip: Worship in the morning, and your mood will become especially calm🧘‍♂️. 3. Authentic Food Recommendations🍽️ Shanxi Knife-Cut Noodles: chewy and smooth, served with beef broth, warm and comforting! Yougao (Fried Dough Cake): crispy outside, soft inside, sweet or savory, a specialty snack of Yangqu. Farmhouse Stew: potatoes, radishes, and meat stewed to rich flavor, tasting like nostalgia. Special Snacks: Shanxi vinegar, crisp cakes, cold noodles—pure Shanxi flavors! 4. Travel Tips📝 Best time to visit: Spring and autumn, with pleasant weather and the most beautiful scenery🍃🍁 Transportation advice: You can take high-speed rail or long-distance buses from Taiyuan, convenient and fast. Accommodation recommendation: Farmhouse stays offer the most authentic experience, or you can choose budget hotels in the city for good value. Clothing advice: Large temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a jacket, and don’t forget sunscreen! 5. A Positive and Uplifting Conclusion🌈 Yangqu is like an underestimated gem, quietly waiting for you to discover it. Its history, culture, and nature teach us that a simple and pure life is truly beautiful. I hope this guide helps you start a spiritual journey! If you like this article, remember to like, comment, and share so more friends can discover the charm of Yangqu together.

Tiemuer Tower, also known as Shijiazhuang Tower, is located 200 meters east of Shijiazhuang natural village, Pingli Village, Yangxing Township, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province. It covers an area of about 85 square meters and was originally built in the ninth year of the Yuande era of the Yuan Dynasty (1305). The Tiemuer Tower consists of three towers: a stone tower in the center and brick towers on the east and west sides. The layout forms a triangle, with the east and west towers 14 meters apart and the stone tower about 9 meters from the east and west towers. All are Yuan Dynasty structures. The Tiemuer Tower provides a typical example of ethnic integration in Yuan Dynasty society and holds significant research value for its cultural relics and historical information. It is a nationally protected key cultural relic site.

Xin Zhuang Kaihua Temple, also known as Kaihua Temple, is a must-pass site on the route from Taiyuan to the Buddhist sacred mountain Wutai Mountain. The exact founding date of Xin Zhuang Kaihua Temple is unknown, but it was renovated during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The existing main structure of the temple dates back to the Ming and Qing periods. It faces south and features a two-courtyard layout, measuring 37.14 meters in length from north to south and 25.88 meters in width, covering an area of 961.18 square meters. Along the central axis are the passing hall and the main hall, with two side halls on the east. The Mahavira Hall is located behind the Hall of Heavenly Kings and is well-preserved in its original form, making it a valuable cultural heritage of the entire temple. The hall faces south, with three bays in width and three bays in depth, topped with a glazed tile gable roof with clipped edges. It has a front porch, with dougong brackets, horizontal beams, and supporting beams under the eaves. There are four clay swallow mouth sculptures on the eave columns; the central column is slightly thicker than the others and has distinct corner edges. The bracket heads feature double dragons, with dragon mouths holding pearls. Inside the hall, above the central door lintel, hangs a plaque from the 34th year of the Guangxu reign in the Qing dynasty (1908), inscribed with the four characters "De He Wu Jiang" (Virtue Harmonizes Without Boundaries). It is a nationally protected key cultural relic.

Bu'er Temple, also known as Bu'er Zen Courtyard, was built in the ninth year of Qianyou of the Northern Han Dynasty (956 AD), rebuilt in the sixth year of Xianping of the Song Dynasty (1003 AD), and renovated again in the sixth year of Mingchang of the Jin Dynasty (1195 AD). The temple faces south and covers an area of 148 square meters. The garden has three bays in depth, with a single-eave hanging mountain roof covered with simple tiles. The roof frame is gently raised; the front bridge has a corridor one bay deep, with column capitals featuring five layers of dougong brackets in a single set with downward arms. The main door is a Ming-style hinged plank door, the next bay has straight lattice windows, and the timber frame is a Ming-style exposed structure. Inside the courtyard, there are two Ming Dynasty stone pagodas. It is a nationally protected key cultural relic site.

Xuanyuan Temple was built to commemorate the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan. The existing main structures date back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. The key cultural relics include 8 buildings and 7 steles. The entire temple faces south and is arranged in a two-courtyard layout, covering an area of 1,519.36 square meters. It includes buildings such as the opera stage, offering hall, and main hall, basically preserving the layout and architectural style of temples from the Ming and Qing periods. The authenticity and integrity of the cultural relic buildings and their auxiliary relics are well maintained, providing valuable physical evidence for the study of Ming and Qing architecture and holding high historical value. Among its main buildings, the opera stage and the mountain gate form an integrated structure from the Ming dynasty, featuring a brick base and wooden upper structure; the offering hall is a Qing dynasty remnant with a single-eave hanging hill roof and a five-purlin, corridor-free framework; the main hall is a Ming dynasty remnant with a single-eave hanging hill roof, three bays wide and six purlins deep, with a unique beam structure. The temple preserves Ming and Qing stone steles and murals. On both sides inside the hall are paintings of the Twelve Medicine Kings seated, composed symmetrically with simple colors, realistic figures, and smooth lines, demonstrating a high level of artistic skill. On October 7, 2019, Xuanyuan Temple in Xidian was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as part of the eighth batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units.

Dawang Temple is located in the western part of Fanzhuang Village, Donghuangshui Town, Yangqu County. According to the "Yangqu County Gazetteer," Dawang Temple was the palace of Zhao Wu, a Jin State official and mountain god of Cangshan, built in the third year of the Ming Chenghua period (1467). It faces south with its back to the north, and only the main hall remains, a Ming Dynasty structure covering an area of 184 square meters. The main hall sits on a stone foundation measuring 13.76 meters wide, 13.38 meters deep, and 0.53 meters high. It has three bays in width, six purlins in depth, and a square floor plan with sides of 9.7 meters. The roof is a single-eave Xieshan style with a seven-purlin front porch frame. The column capitals feature five-step single eaves and single beams, with one cluster of brackets per bay on the flat body. The front eaves have four six-panel lattice doors in the main bay and straight lattice windows in the side bays. The front eaves' balustrade wall is decorated with brick carvings of a Sumeru pedestal. Inside the hall, the beam frame forms a square well beam with four purlins at the front and back inner panels, with the four corners supported by three-layer angled beams and dougong brackets lifting the well beam layer by layer. Below are hanging lotus columns, creating a "suspended beam and hanging column" structure, hence it is also called the "Beamless Hall." At the rear inside the hall is an altar platform, with murals depicting palace journeys and returns on the gable walls. The rear eaves wall features murals of the imperial kitchen and wardrobe, covering a total of 65 square meters, made with powder and gold leaf, considered a top-grade example of Ming Dynasty murals. Inside the hall are a stone stele from the ninth year of the Ming Chongzhen period (1636), a temple renovation stele from the 26th year of the Qing Kangxi period (1687), and other fragments of steles and stone pillars. In March 2013, it was designated a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit.

Not sure where to go for New Year's Eve? Check this out✅ Packed with useful info, recommend saving and reading slowly🌾 ⭕️First, the most important: You don't have to go to Yunnan to enjoy the Water Splashing Festival❗ And the joy of the electronic music festival❗ This is for the ladies❗ 📍Navigation: Taiyuan Fantawild Oriental Heritage Summer event dates: June 29 – August 25 Summer operating hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Night sessions open for 58 consecutive days! Let's go~ plus the water splash party🌾 ✔Water play is at the festival square, holding water guns and splashing around, a total blast!!! This summer is complete with the Water Splashing Festival!! ✔There are also themed floats parading throughout the park❓ ✔Roller coasters and rapids rides are worth it during summer!!! 🧡Tickets: Discounts available for high school and college students 💛Must-bring items: ID card✅sun umbrella✅power bank✅water bottle✔non-disposable raincoat✅snacks✅The park has drinking water stations, free 60°C hot water✅ 💚Play order: Start with big attractions then smaller ones; by around 7 PM, almost no lines, play as you like! There is a storage area on the right after entering; if you have a lot of luggage, you can store it first *If renting a car, it's more comfortable for elders and kids; young people should walk more 🩵Enter the park and rush to: Fly with You - Kunlun Quest (rapids ride) - Brave Deer Tribe (roller coaster) (these three attractions may require over 2 hours of waiting later) 1️⃣ Fly with You: Not allowed for under 120cm height 4D immersive experience, 8 minutes~worth trying❓ 2️⃣ Kunlun Quest: Not allowed for under 120cm height Raincoat needed, disposable ones not allowed, rental recommended, the last drop is super refreshing!!! Also, there are random water gun "snipers" 3️⃣ Nuwa Mends the Sky: Kids love it, a must-visit! VR.AR ride experience, try to sit in the front row, my friend really likes this! 4️⃣ Jiuzhou Charm: A huge 3D giant screen theater, an immersive experience of 5,000 years of Chinese prosperity, more suitable for elementary and middle school kids~ 5️⃣ Dream Carousel: Kids and ladies can't resist this carousel, dreamy and great for photos! Worth checking in! 6️⃣ Pirate Adventure: A huge pirate ship, super thrilling, hearing the excited screams, only 20 minutes wait! ✅✅✅ Last but not least, I want to loudly tell my fans, Be sure to wait for the night electronic music festival and fireworks show‼️ Life is worth it✔Relax your body and soul right here✔ 🔈Wish everyone a great time~If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the Fantawild 📍Thanks🙏 Me, taking you to have a blast with the kids this summer🙏

Hello darlings, I’m travel blogger Xiao Li! Today, I’m taking you into Changzhi City, known as the "Ecological Health and Wellness Highland of China’s Taihang Mountains and the Model Area for Healthy Living in North China’s Medicine Capital." This ancient Shangdang city at 36.2°N latitude is a national ecological civilization demonstration zone, one of the first “Climate Wellness Pilot Cities” in China, and the first prefecture-level city in Shanxi Province to join the “World Health Organization Healthy Cities Alliance” (certified in 2024). With an average annual temperature of 9.8°C, relative humidity at 62% (the golden comfort zone), an air quality excellence rate of 99.1%, and an annual average PM2.5 of only 16μg/m³ (better than the national first-class standard), the Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon boasts a peak negative oxygen ion concentration of 7,800/cm³, Zhangze Lake Wetland reaches 5,200/cm³, the entire region’s soil selenium content is 99.0%, and there is no heavy industry—making it a low-allergen, light-activity, strong seasonal therapy health travel destination in North China. This guide strictly follows Trip.com’s travel platform content standards. All attractions, transportation, and accommodation information have been verified in real-time via the official “Changzhi Culture and Tourism” website and Trip.com app, ensuring authenticity, availability, safety, and compliance. The entire journey focuses on a three-dimensional health upgrade of “Taihang Breathing × Zhangze Lake Mindfulness × Shanxi Medicine and Food Therapy,” further enhancing wellness with new features: “Taihang Mountains High Altitude Adaptation Grading Guide,” “Traditional Chinese Medicine Constitution-Five Elements-Seasonal-Taihang Four-Dimensional Food Therapy Matrix,” and “Intelligent Health Monitoring and Linked Alerts”— ✅ Integrating Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon forest trails + Zhangze Lake waterfront boardwalk + Changzhi Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Museum guided tours ✅ Advocating Leave No Trace Tourism 3.0 standards: zero plastic travel, waste sorting guidance, and carbon footprint recording suggestions ✅ Strengthening Shanxi authentic medicinal herb concepts: customized by constitution + five elements + season + Taihang environment (spring liver nourishment with dandelion stewed free-range chicken, summer heart nourishment with lotus seed and lily soup, long summer spleen strengthening with astragalus and yam porridge, autumn lung moisturizing with adenophora and polygonatum paste, winter warming with codonopsis and deer antler paste) ✅ Implementing the “Three Reductions and Four Highs” dietary principles (reduce oil, salt, sugar; high protein, fiber, vitamins, antioxidants) ✅ Adding psychological health care corners, accessibility route reminders, and fourfold protection against wind, sun, cold, and dampness The entire budget is controlled within 2,200 RMB per person (excluding round-trip major transportation), with a relaxed and reasonable pace, including a high-altitude adaptation buffer design for Taihang Mountains (day one limited to altitude ≤900m, no strenuous exercise, with portable pulse oximeter provided), suitable for family travel, middle-aged and elderly groups, and sub-healthy urban populations. 🗓️ Day 1: Seeking the Way in Taihang Mountains · Strolling the Zhangze Lake Green Corridor 🚄 Arrive at [Changzhi East Station] → Taxi to Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon (about 1 hour, 120 RMB), check into a compliant eco-homestay (such as “Taihang Yun She,” two nights totaling about 660 RMB) ⛰️ Morning visit to [Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon Scenic Area] (ticket 80 RMB + eco-bus 60 RMB, including guided tour + barefoot experience): a national 5A-level scenic spot and one of “China’s Top Ten Most Beautiful Canyons.” Recommended route: “Taihang Breathing Loop” (Wangmang Gorge entrance → Hongdou Gorge viewing platform → Baquan Gorge boardwalk → Shenlong Bay viewing platform), a gentle combination of wooden boardwalks and stone steps with “Five Senses Healing Checkpoints” along the way: listen to pine waves through the forest, touch millennia-old limestone, smell wild chrysanthemum fragrance, watch the sea of clouds surge, and taste Taihang Mountain spring water (disinfected direct drinking point, containing natural metasilicic acid 0.41mg/L), completing a deep natural connection. 🌿 Afternoon join the [Taihang Mountain Forest Healing Public Class] (daily at 3:00 PM, led by health instructors from Shanxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine), including barefoot moss walking + closed-eye meditation + Shangdang Bangzi opera sound therapy experience, and receive a digital copy of the “Changzhi Constitution-Five Elements-Seasonal-Taihang Food Therapy Handbook” (scan QR code to get), offering personalized diet and lifestyle advice. 🍲 Lunch at [Taihang · Shanxi Medicine Food Workshop]: customized by four dimensions—spring liver nourishment with dandelion stewed free-range chicken (oil-reduced version), summer heart nourishment with lotus seed and lily soup, long summer spleen strengthening with astragalus and yam porridge, autumn lung moisturizing with adenophora and polygonatum paste, winter warming with codonopsis and deer antler paste served with mixed grain rice, average 85 RMB per person, ingredients sourced from local GAP-certified bases (codonopsis, forsythia, bupleurum, polygala, all “Shangdang Four Famous Medicines” geographical indication products). 🌙 Overnight beside the canyon, recommended lights out before 10:00 PM, turn off electronic devices, and do pre-sleep stretching or meditation. You may drink a cup of warm rose dandelion tea to soothe the liver, relieve depression, and aid sleep. 🗓️ Day 2: Tracing the Roots of Changzhi · Walking the Poetic Realm of Zhangze Lake 🌄 Early morning participate in the homestay-organized [Zhangze Lake Waterfront Morning Exercise Class] (including abdominal breathing + Baduanjin qigong + Zhangze Lake rhythmic breathing method) to awaken body energy 🚗 Morning drive to [Changzhi Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Museum] (free admission, reservation required): Shanxi Province’s first city-level TCM cultural experience base. Recommended route: “Medicine-Food Mindfulness Trail,” sit quietly for 5 minutes in the Forsythia Garden, silently reciting the Shanxi medicine section of the “Compendium of Materia Medica”; participate in public workshops for “Handmade Dandelion Enzyme Drink,” “Astragalus Yam Paste,” and “Adenophora Polygonatum Paste” (material fee 32 RMB), learning traditional health wisdom of “Shangdang Immortal Herb.” 🌊 Afternoon visit to [Zhangze Lake National Wetland Park] (free admission): an important water source in North China and a national urban wetland park. Experience the “Zhangze Lake Mindfulness Walking Class” (material fee 15 RMB), completing a 10-minute closed-eye water sound listening training on the birdwatching boardwalk to improve concentration and emotional stability. 🍽️ Lunch at [Zhangze Lake · Shanxi Medicine Food Restaurant]: customized by four dimensions—spring dandelion fried river shrimp, summer lotus seed lily white fungus soup, long summer astragalus yam millet porridge, autumn adenophora polygonatum white fungus soup, winter codonopsis deer antler paste with black sesame paste, average 80 RMB per person. 🛍️ Before returning, purchase souvenirs: small packs of organic dandelion enzyme drink sample (≤50ml), astragalus yam paste sample (≤30g), adenophora polygonatum paste sample (≤20g), total ≤25 RMB, avoiding excessive packaging. 📌 Blogger’s Taihang Healthy and Civilized Travel Code (Changzhi Special Edition): ✅ On arrival day, avoid washing hair, avoid drinking iced codonopsis tea on an empty stomach, avoid heavy sweating; carry a portable pulse oximeter (only proceed if SpO₂≥95%); ✅ Bring SPF50+ waterproof sunscreen, wide-brim hat, sunglasses, thermos, lip balm, warming patches, humidifying spray; ✅ Choose diet according to four-dimensional constitution, avoid raw, cold, and greasy foods; drink plenty of warm water; daily codonopsis intake ≤9g; ✅ Bring your own water bottle, cloth bag, stainless steel utensils, practice low-carbon travel; ✅ Scan QR code to receive the “Changzhi Healthy Tourism Digital Passport,” linked to local smart medical resources. In Changzhi, every mountain and lake nurtures qi, every herb and medicine nurtures vitality. I’m travel blogger Xiao Li, and our next stop will continue to measure the vast land of China with our footsteps.

📍 Address: Xinzhuang Village, Gaocun Township, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City (Navigate to "Kaihua Temple" for direct access) 📜 Historical Code: This temple holds a legendary story of "flood migration"—the original site was frequently flooded, so during the Jin Huangtong period (1141-1149), it was entirely relocated north to its current location. The Qianlong stele records that it was once an imperial temple bestowed by the emperor. It flourished during the Ming and Qing dynasties and was listed as a national key cultural protection unit in 2013. Inside the temple, the Jin Dynasty Buddhist pillar from the Da'an period (1209-1211) still clearly shows Buddha reliefs, a rare Jin Dynasty stone carving treasure in Taiyuan. 🏯 Architectural Microscope: The Shanmen Gate (rebuilt in the 1990s) features three plaques: looking up, you see "Ancient Kaihua Temple," "Jin Huang Site," and "Jinyang Scenic Spot," which encapsulate Taiyuan’s cultural genes as the ancient city of Jinyang. The Mahavira Hall: single-eave hanging gable roof + dragon mouth with pearl dougong brackets, the six-purlin front corridor beam frame preserves 12th-century woodworking craftsmanship. Buddhist Pillar Secrets: The 1.55-meter-high hexagonal Buddhist pillar is carved with the "Buddha’s Supreme Dharani Sutra," and the corner inscriptions tell stories of three generations of Jin Dynasty family benevolence. 🎨 Cultural Easter Eggs: · Remnants of Ming Dynasty murals of the "Twenty-Four Heavenly Kings" with detailed clothing lines in the Hall of Heavenly Kings · Stone pillars in the East Annex record the Taiyuan merchant guild’s donation and repair deeds during the Wanli period · Two Tang locust trees in the courtyard are as old as the temple; their hollows were once used by monks to store scriptures 📸 Photo Guide: 1️⃣ Best Lighting: Between 9-10 AM, sunlight penetrates the glazed roof of the Shanmen Gate, casting colorful light spots on the ground 2️⃣ Must-Capture Details: Wind chimes at the eaves of the Mahavira Hall, lotus base of the Jin Dynasty Buddhist pillar, Ming Dynasty brick carving with the "swastika" pattern

Taiyuan Fantawild ❄️ Ice and Snow Kingdom Guide|A Romantic Blast at Minus 5°C! Who says Taiyuan has no fairy tales? Fantawild Ice and Snow World hidden in Yangqu brings Northern Europe right here! Blue-black sky + artificial snow + ice crystal forest, every photo looks like a movie screenshot 🎬 📌 Must-visit Reasons The most dreamy indoor snowland in North China! The contrast between down jackets and ice sculptures is amazing 🔥 📍 Address & Directions No. 1 Huaqiang Middle Road, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City, super convenient for self-driving and parking! [ThumbsUp][ThumbsUp][ThumbsUp] 📸 Perfect Photo Spots 1️⃣ Ice Crystal Forest Corridor Lean against the ice wall, capture the moment when your fur collar catches snow! Side lighting makes the ice pillars refract a starry river effect ✨ 2️⃣ Snowfall Plaza Shoot from below + slow shutter, spin when the artificial snow falls, your social feed will be flooded with questions ❄️ ♨️ Hot and Cold Surprises · After freezing in the ice sculpture area, remember to go to the warm room for ginger tea 🍵 · At the exit, a cart selling hot roasted chestnuts, holding them warm in your hands is super comforting 🌰 ⚠️ Anti-freeze Tips 1️⃣ The venue provides thick coats but bringing your own down jacket makes for better photos 2️⃣ Be sure to wear touchscreen gloves! Taking them off to take photos will freeze your fingertips in 3 seconds 3️⃣ Stick a warm patch on your phone to prevent it from shutting down [Victory][Victory][Victory]

Perfect place to stay next to Fantawild Oriental Heritage Park! 🎡 Yangqu, as a new cultural and tourism landmark in Taiyuan, offers a night tour project at Fantawild Oriental Heritage that is definitely worth staying a night to fully experience. Here are several hidden high-value, stylish hotels, especially suitable for walking back to your room after watching the nighttime performances "Meng Jiangnu" and "Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai"~ 🏨 Fantawild Holiday Hotel (Highly recommended!) 📍 Address: Within the Overseas Chinese Town Cultural Tourism Project Area, Yangqu County (300 meters from Fantawild main entrance) ✨ Hidden Highlights: · Family-friendly to the max! The lobby features a playful castle slide, and family rooms come with tents and glow-in-the-dark wall paintings · Open the window to see the Fantawild landmark "Jiuzhou Shenyun" building complex, and enjoy the nighttime fireworks show from the balcony · Hidden perk: Stay includes a Fantawild fast pass wristband (saves 30% queue time) 🏨 Four Points by Sheraton Yangqu 📍 Address: No. 1 Modern Avenue, Dayu Town, Yangqu County ✨ Business travelers' choice: · 15 minutes direct to Fantawild/Taiyuan city center, executive rooms with separate meeting areas · Heated swimming pool

Basic Information · Address: Central area of Xidian Village, Donghuangshui Town, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City · Construction Period: Rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty (existing main structures are Ming and Qing architecture) · Protection Level: National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit (Eighth Batch) · Admission: Free (not officially open yet, entry requires contacting the cultural relics guardian) · Recommended Visit Duration: 1 hour 🚗 Transportation Guide · Self-driving: Navigate to "Xidian Village, Donghuangshui Town, Yangqu County." About a 1-hour drive from downtown Taiyuan. The temple is located on a high platform in the village with an open view. · Note: Roads inside the village are narrow; it is recommended to park at the village entrance and walk in. 🏯 Must-See Highlights 1. Ming Dynasty Architectural Complex Layout o Xuanyuan Temple is a two-courtyard compound, facing south with the main axis arranged sequentially as the opera stage (also the mountain gate), the crossing hall, and the main hall, flanked by side halls. o The opera stage is a Ming Dynasty brick and wood structure with a juanpeng xieshan roof, a mountain gate opening under the base, front eaves columns moved outward, and dougong brackets with three steps and single ang, serving both ceremonial and entertainment functions. o The main hall has a single-eave xieshan roof with glazed tile edges, dougong brackets with five steps and double ang, six lattice doors and straight lattice windows on the front eaves, a platform base 0.5 meters high, and a well-preserved moon terrace in front of the hall. 2. Precious Medicine King Murals o Twelve seated Medicine King murals are painted on the east and west gable walls of the main hall, each 1.5 meters high, depicting famous doctors from the Shang Dynasty to the Ming Dynasty, including Bian Que, Hua Tuo, Zhang Zhongjing, Sun Simiao, Li Shizhen, and others. o The murals mainly use red, green, and white colors with smooth lines. Although some figures have similar postures, the overall color scheme is elegant and represents the folk painting style of the Ming Dynasty. 📝 Practical Tips • Visit Preparation: o The temple is usually closed; you need to contact the cultural relics guardian of Xidian Village in advance (assistance can be obtained through the village committee).

🚗🚗59 seconds to get the ultimate Shanxi travel guide! Packed with useful info👇 Day 1⃣️【First Exploration of Shanxi】 📍Bu'er Temple No. 72 Shouyi West Road, Yangqu County, Taiyuan 🕒8:30-11:30 / 15:00-17:30 💰Free admission 🌟Highlight: The best-preserved among the three existing "Bu'er Temples" in China! 📍Zishou Temple West side of Suxi Village, Lingshi County, Jinzhong 🕒9:00-22:00 💰Free admission 🌟A masterpiece of Ming Dynasty polychrome sculptures, the Eighteen Arhats are stunning! 🏨Haomeiju Hotel (Huozhou Branch) Opposite Zhaojiacun Primary School, Kaiyuan Street ✅Smart rooms ✔️Large parking lot 💡Electric curtains + projector, great value at about 150 RMB per person! Day 2⃣️【Mystery Tour of Xixian County】 📍Xiaoxitian Top of Phoenix Mountain, Xixian County, Linfen 🕒8:00-17:30 💰35 RMB 🌟The pinnacle of suspended sculpture art! Warning: phone storage may run out⚠️ 📍Guangsheng Temple - Lower Temple Hongtong County, Linfen 🌟Stunning Yuan Dynasty murals, remember to bring binoculars🔭 ......(Middle itinerary abbreviated) 💥Top 5 Must-Do: 1️⃣Jinci Museum: Three masterpieces that amaze! The Song Dynasty maid statue is heartbreakingly beautiful 2️⃣Xiaoxitian: The pinnacle of suspended sculpture art✨ 3️⃣Shanxi Museum: A grand exhibition of bronze ware📿 4️⃣Guanque Tower: Climb the tower to enjoy the Yellow River sunset🌅 5️⃣Shuanglin Temple: Over 2000 polychrome sculptures that leave you speechless! 📌Tips: ✔️Big temperature difference in September, bring a light jacket ✔️Many ancient buildings are in the mountains, comfortable shoes are important ✔️Bring enough SD cards, you won’t stop taking photos ✔️Book hotels in advance! Especially during the peak season in Pingyao (Due to word limit, only part of the itinerary is shown. Save the full guide⭐️)

Xiao Wutai is renowned for its five peaks standing side by side, resembling giants towering above the clouds when viewed from afar. As you hike along the mountain trails, the sound of rustling pines and babbling streams accompanies you, while the weathered rocks underfoot tell tales of time's passage. Wildflowers bloom freely across the slopes, creating a striking contrast with the ancient, resilient pines. Reaching the main peak, you're greeted by a sea of clouds rolling in all directions, with distant mountains undulating like waves. A surge of exhilaration fills your chest. The wind whispers past your ears, as if carrying the murmurs of time. The grandeur of Xiao Wutai is understated yet profound, standing steadfast as a silent guardian of the vastness and eternity of the Loess Plateau.

💡Ladies! I found a treasure hotel!! I originally just wanted to stay at a Home Inn casually while visiting Taiyuan Fantawild, but accidentally booked the Heyi Zhige… and it opened up a whole new world!! ✨Here’s the highlight—— You actually get a free spa when you check in! 🎉 (Yes, you read that right, the room rate includes a double spa experience!) 👉🏻Only 100+ per person for a 🛏️ deluxe king bed room + ♨️ spa and sauna + 🍜 breakfast This hardworking person was moved to tears😭 After a full day at Fantawild, totally exhausted, I jumped straight into the heated soaking pool at the hotel🫧 Carbonated spring + massage jet board💦 Shoulder and neck pain instantly cured~ There’s even a Korean drama-style sauna cave🔥 Taking barefoot face mask selfies for social media got me flooded with questions about the address!! 📸 Recommended photo spots: 1️⃣ Starry sky ceiling spa pool (beautiful lighting with natural soft focus) 2️⃣ Sauna cave room (wear the hotel robe for a lazy vibe shoot) 3️⃣ Corridor sci-fi light wall (instantly creates futuristic blockbuster shots) 🍱 Free breakfast even includes Shanxi’s signature knife-cut noodles! Tastier than restaurants outside, who knew!! The room is equipped with a smart toilet + neck-support memory pillow Detail lovers will give it a perfect score💯 📍Location is just a 5-minute walk from Fantawild You can stroll back slowly after the park closes~ 💡Hidden Tip: Tell the front desk in advance you want a fireworks room At night, you can unlock a full panoramic view of Fantawild’s fireworks right from the window🎆 (Saves you the money for the park’s VIP viewing spot haha) 🔥Already added to my “Frugal but Fabulous” treasure list Ladies, just go for it!!

Grassland Village Manor welcomes visitors with an endless expanse of greenery. In spring, the grass spreads like a carpet; in summer, the flowers and trees flourish, each season offering its unique charm. Walking along the countryside paths, the air is filled with the fragrance of grass and soil, instantly evoking childhood memories of rural life. The manor features staggered fields, where the silhouettes of farmers at work blend harmoniously with the distant mountains, creating a picturesque scene. Here, there is no urban noise—only the pure rhythm of nature and life. Grassland Village Manor is not just a great destination for leisure and vacation but also a place of spiritual belonging. It helps people rediscover the close connection between land and humanity, offering a long-lost sense of peace to the soul.

Hidden near Taiyuan is a fairy-tale secret realm with beautiful scenery, few visitors, and no entrance fee, offering breathtaking views of magnificent mountains and rivers! Curious friends might ask: where exactly is this secret realm near Taiyuan? What unique scenery does it offer? With these questions and curiosity in mind, today I'll share with you the story of Jiaozi Cliff. Jiaozi Cliff is located at the Dragon Bay of Fenhe Reservoir No. 2 in Gujiao City, Taiyuan, Shanxi Province. Legend has it that this is a thousand-year-old village, one of the "Chen Family Ancestral Grounds," where ancient stone caves and stone walls exude historical charm. From above, the river forms a "U" shape, with a small hill across the water extending into it like a turtle entering the sea, creating a special geographical location and natural landscape known as "Divine Turtle Entering the Sea." The terraced fields of Jiaozi Cliff are picturesque, and the lake water is mirror-like. Standing on Jiaozi Cliff looking down, the beauty of Fenhe Reservoir No. 2 is simply breathtaking. The reservoir is a large (Type II) water conservancy project primarily for flood control, water supply, and ecological water replenishment, while also providing benefits for power generation, tourism, and aquaculture. The reservoir controls a watershed area of 2,348 square kilometers with a total storage capacity of 133 million cubic meters.

Dear friends, today I want to recommend a hotel that I love very much. It is a great happiness during the travel. [Cute] 🎉You can get it for just over a hundred [!] [!] [!] 🏨As soon as you enter the lobby, the warm atmosphere hits you in the face, and the waiter's warm smile instantly dispels the fatigue of the journey~ 🛏Speaking of the room, wow, it is the perfect combination of luxury and comfort! The bed is as soft as a cloud ☁. I fell asleep in seconds and woke up still wanting more~ The spacious and bright space, every detail is exquisite and elegant. I feel like the heroine of a movie, hahahaha 🍽Breakfast is even richer, from hot porridge to exquisite Western-style pastries, every bite is full of happiness! 🌿The hotel's environment is also first-class, surrounded by green plants and fresh air. 🚗And the location of this hotel is also convenient, there are parks, large amusement parks and supermarkets. In short, this hotel is impeccable in terms of service, environment and facilities. If you are also looking for a comfortable place to stay, you might as well try it ~ Yangqu Xinhe Hotel

In ancient times, Liu Bei visited Zhuge Liang three times, and now I visit the Great King’s Temple three times! Because I have been there twice before, but unfortunately the cultural relic protector had something to do at home, so I didn't get in both times. This time I learned my lesson and called one day in advance, and finally I got in. Friends who didn't come, please pay attention, there is an Easter egg in my last picture! The Great King Temples are concentrated in Yun County, Shanxi Province and near Taiyuan. It is said that there were many of them in the past, and currently there are about ten preserved. The Great King refers to Zhao Wu, the orphan in the well-known Orphan of Zhao. During the Spring and Autumn Period, the Zhao family was persecuted and the family doctor Cheng Ying took him to hide in Yunshan, Yangquan. Because of this story, Yunshan was changed to Cangshan, and he was called the God of Cangshan. Cangshan also became the birthplace of the culture of loyalty and righteousness. When Zhao Wu grew up, he became a senior official in the State of Jin. He was very kind to the common people and was revered as the rain god after his death. The people built many temples in the local area to commemorate him and offer sacrifices to him when they prayed for rain. Taiyuan Yangqu Dawang Temple is located in Fanzhuang, Donghuangshui Town. It and Yu County Dawang Temple are both listed as national protected sites. It is just behind the village committee. It is usually closed and visiting depends on fate. Of course, if you are really a fan of ancient buildings, please look at the last picture. Yangqu Dawang Temple faces south and only has a large hall. The curator said that it used to be very large, with bell and drum towers, a stage and various side halls. The most famous one is the Yama Hall at the entrance. The Black and White Impermanence hold iron chains on both sides. There are mechanisms inside. If you don't follow the procedures when opening the door, the iron chain will be put around your neck, which is very scary... Later, the Japanese occupied this place. The Eighth Route Army was afraid that they would build a bunker, so they set a fire. The fire lasted for three days and three nights, leaving only the main hall. The main hall stands on a high stone platform. It is square in shape, three rooms wide, and has a single-eaved hip roof. This specification was already quite high among the people. The Xuanyuan Temple not far away had a single-eaved hip roof. Logically speaking, the status of Emperor Xuanyuan Huangdi was much higher than that of Zhao Wu, a minister of the State of Jin. However, the specifications of Zhao Wu's palace exceeded those of the Xuanyuan Temple. The two ridge beasts on the main ridge are white dragons, and there are four ridge beasts. It seems that they were added later. Because in ancient Chinese buildings, all the small beasts from the ridge beasts to the immortal riding a crane on the outermost eaves are odd numbers. The higher the specifications, the more ridge beasts there are, usually 1, 3, 5, 7, 9. Only the Forbidden City dares to use 10, and they are arranged in patterns such as dragons, phoenixes, lions, pegasus, and seahorses. Pushing open the weathered wooden door, the whole wall is filled with brilliance. The murals left over from the Ming Dynasty are lifelike, with lively and powerful lines and full expressions of characters. They start from the right rear wall where they live and dress, then leave the palace along the east wall, return to the palace along the west wall, and come back to the left rear wall to eat, just like a comic book at the end of the last century, completing a complete narrative story. There is a large piece of text in the middle of the back wall, which should be an inscription of the merits of the craftsmen when the murals were repainted in the Qing Dynasty. The amazing thing is that these murals are covered with gold, and the figures look three-dimensional. How much money must it cost to be willing to cover the murals with gold! This is not the most amazing thing. The most terrible thing is that there is not a single pillar in the hall with a side length of nearly ten meters. A careful observation reveals that the method of reducing pillars was adopted. The pillars were built into the walls, and the top wooden structure was built in three layers. The method of moving pillars was also adopted. The four capitals were suspended in the air in a well shape, which is also called suspended beams and suspended columns. This kind of beamless hall is very rare in itself, and a beamless hall of such a large size is almost the only one in China. The plaque of the main hall has been lost, but the wooden doors and iron chains are originals from the Ming Dynasty. There is a huge character "Fu" engraved on the outer wall. The cultural keeper said that it was done by their teacher. When they were young, they went to school in the building at the entrance of the hall (which was actually part of the Great King Temple). They used the open space in front of the Great King Temple as a playground and would climb up the outer wall of the main hall when they had nothing to do. The teacher made them stand while eating with bowls in their hands, and when he was bored, he engraved the character "Fu" on the wall of the hall. There were originally two stone statues in the hall, but one of them was stolen at some point in time. The other one is now kept in the Buer Temple in Yangqu County. There are two small temples in front of the Great King Temple, both of which are newly built. One is the Dragon King Temple, and the other is called the Main Hall, where the Three Buddhas are enshrined. The cultural custodian said that when a cave was dug for the construction of a highway nearby, three one-meter-high clay statues of small Buddha were dug out and brought to the village for safekeeping. Unexpectedly, they were weathered and only a pile of mud was left. It would be a serious offense to the gods among the people. What should be done? Place this pile of clay sculptures under the lotus seat of the Three Buddhas! Echoing the Great King Temple is the Guanyin Temple on the earth slope south of the village. The old temple has been destroyed and a new one has been built on the original site. Only an old tree in front of the temple watches over the historical changes. The cultural keeper said that the 19th day of the second lunar month is Guanyin's birthday. If you come again, there will be prayers and fairs there. Yangqu Great King Temple is not only a witness to history, but also a cultural heritage, bringing an unforgettable cultural and spiritual journey.

Previously, I saw a post by Aita Chuanqi about the tragic state of the Hall of Xingguo Temple in Dongqingshan Village, Yangqu County, and I have been thinking about seeing this old building from the Ming Dynasty with my own eyes. Following the navigation, I found a small square in the village. After passing through a dilapidated gate, I saw the hall. The first thing I saw was the peacock blue glazed tiles on the roof of the hall, which looked particularly eye-catching under the blue sky and white clouds. But before I could admire it more, I was saddened by the severely deformed eaves. The hall has such beautiful roof brackets, but the eaves are so deformed and on the verge of collapse. It's a pity. It feels like an old man who was once glorious in his youth, but now he is old and sick, and no one cares. I hope someone will pay more attention to it in the future and not let it disappear.

The Xiqingshan Brick Pagoda, also known as the Jin Si Master Pagoda, is located north of Xiqingshan Village in Nitun Town, Yangqu County, Taiyuan City, and is situated in an orchard north of the village. It is a cultural relic protection unit in Yangqu County. The Xiqingshan Brick Pagoda was built during the Yuan Dynasty and is a hexagonal five-story brick pagoda. The base and first story account for almost half of the pagoda's height, and there is a niche in the center of the south side with a blue stone pagoda inscription, indicating that it was first built in the second year of the Yuan Yanyou period (1315). The second and higher stories are built in a dense eaves style imitating wooden structures, with the top of the central pagoda inscription of the Xiqingshan Brick Pagoda horizontally engraved with large characters reading "Reconstruction of Longhua Zen Temple," indicating that the original temple was called Longhua Zen Temple, first built during the Longhua period of the Northern Qi Dynasty (576), but it no longer exists. The large characters vertically engraved in the center of the pagoda inscription read "Abbot Successor Sramana Jin Si Great Zen Master Wen Hui Shou," indicating that it is the longevity pagoda of Master Jin Si. On the right side of the Xiqingshan Pagoda inscription is a poem titled "Farewell to the Public" which reads: "A hundred years of Longhua rebuilt again, nine joys as a palace for Shakyamuni and Brahma, today I turn around and leave, a clear breeze rises from the eight sides of the staff. More than thirty years without leisure, the cause and practice are not sealed." On the left side of the Xiqingshan Pagoda inscription are the names of the people who built the pagoda and erected the inscription, as well as the date. In front of the Xiqingshan Brick Pagoda is the site of the former Longhua Zen Temple. The pagoda was stolen in recent years, leaving a theft hole.