To appreciate ancient Chinese architecture, one must visit Shanxi, and a trip to Yuncheng is a must

🏞️ A journey through ancient buildings, captivated by the beauty of China! 💖 😌 The years I spent living in Taiyuan have deepened my love for Shanxi like a fine wine that gets better with age. 🍷 Whenever Shanxi is mentioned, I feel a sense of 'unfinished business' regret. 😭 This summer, I finally fulfilled my dream and set foot on this land rich in historical charm once again, feeling fortunate—what a blessing it is to be born in China! 🎉 🚩 My trip to Yuncheng was not only about the splendor of Yongle Palace, 💎 but the Guandi Temple in Jiezhou was another gem in my heart. 🌟 Holding that exquisite fridge magnet, 🎁 I couldn't help but marvel at the charm and thoughtfulness of cultural and creative products. 👏 1️⃣📜 Guandi Temple in Jiezhou This temple, built during the Sui Dynasty, has withstood the test of time and revealed its new beauty in the 52nd year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty (1713). 🌺 Stepping inside, it's as if I'm traveling through time, conversing with the ancients. 👥 2️⃣🏛️ Sworn Brotherhood Garden The tall archway stands like a guardian of history, 🛡️ witnessing the deep bond and loyalty between Guan Yu and his brothers. 👬 Each stone brick and carving seems to tell the tales of their bravery. 🗡️ 3️⃣🐉 Four Dragons Screen The four dragons on the glazed screen are vividly depicted, soaring through the clouds. 🐲 Each piece of glaze shines with the splendor of the Xuande period of the Ming Dynasty. ✨ 4️⃣🏰 Chongning Hall The grand hall is majestic and imposing. 🏛️ The 26 stone-carved dragon columns, with ascending and descending dragons intertwined with auspicious clouds, are both rough and delicate, stunningly beautiful. 😍 5️⃣🌼 Spring and Autumn Pavilion The chrysanthemum caisson on the second floor is breathtaking. 👀 The components, all connected by mortise and tenon, form a blooming chrysanthemum. 🌸 It is said that it used to rotate with the wind, as if the chrysanthemum swayed gracefully in the breeze. 🌬️ 📍 Address: No. 145, Wuyi Road, Jiezhou Town, Yancheng District, Yuncheng City 📍 🚘 If you also love ancient architecture and history, then this is a place you definitely cannot miss! 👀🎈