As a thousand-year-old ancient capital, what are the scenic spots worth visiting in Datong, Shanxi?

Datong has a long history and there are many scenic spots to visit. The following scenic spots are of high value:

1. Yungang Grottoes

This is a Buddhist grotto that was excavated during the Northern Wei Dynasty. Now it is one of the four major Buddhist grottoes in China. After several dynasties' renovation, it presents different styles of wonders. In addition to the giant Buddha statues with different shapes in the cave, Yungang Grottoes also have many Buddha statues of different sizes on the cave walls, with more than 59,000 existing, and its caves stretch for one kilometer, which is an epic project of Buddhism.

2. Huayan Temple

Located in Datong City, it was built in Liao Dynasty and is a temple with the nature of a royal ancestral temple. Because of the surname "Huang", its building scale is very grand. Looking at Huayan Temple from a height is like looking at a magnificent palace complex.

Huayan Temple is the largest and most well-preserved temple complex in Liao Dynasty in China. Even if you are not a Buddhist, it is very satisfying to visit temples and see buildings.

3. Shanhua Temple

The area is slightly smaller than Huayan Temple, but its popularity is not worse than Huayan Temple. This temple was built in Tang Dynasty and Liao Dynasty. The overall architectural style of the temple is diversified. The back garden of this temple is a bit like the classical gardens in the south of the Yangtze River, which is picturesque and can be called a must.

4. Datong Ancient City Wall

This tower is very distinctive and reproduces the ancient architectural style. There is no pollution in Datong, and the scenery of the tower reflected by the stars and the moon at night is particularly beautiful!

5. Mount Hengshan Hanging Temple

Beiyue, the most representative building complex in Hengshan Mountain, all hangs on the cliff and looks extremely dangerous. Walking on the floor, listening to the creaking sound of the floor, the feeling of danger is even worse. Hanging Temple is a temple with three religions in one, which is well worth visiting!