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Datong14.3 km from downtownHighlights:Walk the wooden corridors of Hanging Temple, where mortise-and-tenon structures bloom on cliffs like aerial palaces. Trace millennium-old chisel marks on Cloud Ridge Buddhas’ robes, gaze at Kumarajiva’s sutra fragments from the Silk Road. When sunset gilds the Nine Dragon Wall, feel the deities in Yongle Temple murals come alive. Every tile in this "open-air sculpture museum" whispers tales of ethnic fusion from Northern Wei to Liao and Jin dynasties.Yungang Grottoes Guided Tour:Explore this 1,500-year-old grotto complex with expert guides. From the open-air Buddha in Cave 20 to the "Buddhist story murals" in Cave 6, decipher the evolution of Northern Wei sculpture styles from vigorous to elegant, understanding the perfect integration of Chinese and foreign carving techniques. Yungang Grottoes+Other Attractions:After visiting Yungang Grottoes in the morning, continue to discover Huayan Temple's Liao wooden structure, Shanhua Temple's Jin dynasty painted sculptures, or ascend the ancient city wall for panoramic views. This one-day itinerary connects architectural masterpieces from different dynasties, deeply experiencing Datong's historical significance as an imperial capital and strategic fortress. Datong Museum Guided Tour:Systematically understand Datong's civilization evolution through exhibitions like "Dai County History," "Northern Wei Pingcheng," and "Liao & Jin Western Capital." Before the treasure of Sima Jinlong Tomb's lacquer screen paintings, learn about Northern Wei aristocracy life; in the glazed chiwen exhibition, trace the evolution of dragon-shaped roof decorations.
5 attractionHuayan Monastery8.1
Yungang Grottoes8.9
Datong.Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area1.8 km from downtownHighlights:In the midst of a thousand-year-old temple, the interwoven scenes of flying apsaras and Buddhist paradise, adorned with vermilion, lapis lazuli, and gold foil, infuse the photos with a sense of solemnity and spirituality. Photographers capture the light, while tourists gently touch the traces of history.3 attractionYungang Grottoes8.9
Huayan Monastery8.1