What are the fun places in Pingyao?

Pingyao Ancient City Tourist Attractions: South Street is the central axis of Pingyao Ancient City, starting from the intersection of East and West Streets in the north to the East Gate (Yingxunmen) in the south, with Gushi Tower running through the north and south. There are many ancient and traditional shops on both sides of the street, making it the most prosperous traditional commercial street. During the Qing Dynasty, Nanjie controlled more than 50% of China's financial institutions. Known as Wall Street in China. West Street, extending to Xiaximen (Fengyimen) in the west, intersects with the northern ends of East and South Streets, and forms a straight main street with East Street. China's famous first bank was born on the West Street of the ancient city. The bank number is , and it is known as the first financial street of the Qing Dynasty. The Japanese merchant bank was founded in the fourth year of Daoguang (1824 AD). The site covers an area of ??2324 square meters, with compact land and distinct functions. After a century of vicissitudes, he achieved brilliant achievements. He took the lead in national finance, created the national banking industry in China, and once controlled the economic lifeline of the entire Qing Dynasty in the 19th century. Its branches are located in more than 30 cities and important commercial ports in China, and as far away as Europe, the United States, Southeast Asia and other countries, and are known as the link between the world. After the Rishang Bank was established, Jiexiu, Taigu, and Qixian followed suit. East Street, from the east to the Lower East Gate (Qinhan Gate), intersects with the northern ends of West and South Streets, forming a straight main street with West Street. North Street, from the north gate (archway gate) to the middle section of Nantong West Street. Eight streets and seventy-two centipede lanes have their own names, some of which are named after nearby buildings or eye-catching signs, such as Yamen Street, Shuyuan Street, Jiaochang Lane, Helanqiao Lane, Flagpole Street, Sanyan Jing Street, Zhaobi South Street, Xiaochayuan Lane, etc. Some are named after temples, such as Miaowen Street, Chenghuang Temple Street, Luohan Temple Street, Huoshen Temple Street, Guandi Temple Street, Zhenwu Temple Street, Wudaomiao Street, etc. Some are named after local big houses, such as Zhao Juren Street, Leijiayuan Street, Songmenghuai Lane, Yanjia Lane, Jijia Lane, Guojia Lane, Jiafan Street, Shaojia Lane, Majia Lane, etc. There is a relatively closed building in the northeast corner of the ancient city. The city is similar to the square in the ancient city. The four nearby streets are named Dongbijingbao, Zhongbijingbao, Xibijingbao and Waibao Street respectively. There are also some streets and lanes whose names cannot be explored so far, such as Renyi Street, Tianshui Lane, Douya Street, Huludu Lane, etc.

How to cost-effectively take a one-day trip to Pingyao Ancient City from Taiyuan

The most cost-effective way to go to Pingyao Ancient City in Taiyuan is to go with a travel agency! Shanxi Friendship International Travel Agency’s one-day tour of Pingyao Ancient City and Qiao Family Courtyard costs 200 yuan per person, which is the cheapest way.

If you go by yourself, the round-trip fare is about 80-90 yuan. Tickets: Pingyao Ancient Town 120 yuan, Qiao Family Courtyard 40 yuan, not including taxi fare, which is more expensive. The tour guide fee is 50 yuan/person.

If you want to know more about the one-day trip from Taiyuan to Pingyao Ancient City, you can check out several tourism portals in Shanxi: there may be the information you need. I want to go to Shanxi Tourism Network: Shanxi Tourism Hotline:

How about a 2-day tour of Yungang Grottoes + Pingyao Ancient Town?

It is recommended to go to Datong first, take a bus in Beijing to see the Yungang Grottoes, and then take a bus to Pingyao. One day in Pingyao should be enough, but the train from Datong to Pingyao is very slow. The Yungang Grottoes are currently under renovation and you have one morning to complete it. Personally, I suggest you go directly to Pingyao and then visit the Wang Family Courtyard or other attractions. At present, Yungang Grottoes are not suitable for viewing. It’s a bit of a letdown during renovations.