Datong Ancient City

Every Brick and Tile Tells a Story‼️Datong Ancient City Check-in Guide🏯 This millennium-old city, built during the Northern Wei period, is steeped in history and cultural heritage. Strolling through it feels like traveling through time～ 🌟Must-Visit Attractions 🏯【Drum Tower】 The landmark building at the center of the ancient city. Climb the Drum Tower for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city! The night lighting is also beautiful~ Address: Center of Sipailou, Datong Ancient City 🕌【Huayan Temple】 The largest existing Liao and Jin dynasty temple in China. The Chiwen (mythical roof ornament) on the Mahavira Hall is a towering 4.5 meters tall! Ticket: 50 RMB (half price for students) 🏛【Nine-Dragon Wall】 Four times larger than the Nine-Dragon Wall in Beihai Park, Beijing. The colorful glazed tiles sparkle brilliantly under the sunlight. Best time to shoot: 10-11 AM 🛕【Shanhua Temple】 A free-to-visit ancient Liao dynasty temple. The well-preserved sculptures in the Hall of Heavenly Kings are stunning. Hidden gem: The ancient trees inside the temple are perfect for Hanfu photoshoots. 🍜Foodie Checklist • Zini 369 Coarse Grain Season: A Jin cuisine restaurant with a great atmosphere • Longjuxiang Shaomai Restaurant: A century-old brand famous for its intangible cultural heritage shaomai • Shunyi Liangfen: A local specialty snack with a chewy and smooth texture • Fengling Pavilion: The Hundred-Flower Shaomai praised even by Empress Dowager Cixi 📸Exclusive Photo Tips 1️⃣ The light and shadows on East and West Drum Tower Streets at dusk are stunning 2️⃣ The red walls at the City Wall Ruins Park make for great photos 3️⃣ The atmosphere under the ancient trees at Shanhua Temple is perfect 4️⃣ Encounter the beauty of ancient architecture around the corners of Huayan Temple 💡Tips: 1. Renting Hanfu for photos inside the ancient city is recommended (about 100 RMB/set) 2. Many shops close after 8 PM 3. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit; be sure to wear sun protection in summer 4. Bicycles can be rented on the city walls for a tour (30 RMB/hour)