2025 Zezhou Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

#favouriteitinerary 📍 Dayang Ancient Town: Home to the largest existing Yuan, Ming, and Qing architectural complex in China, covering an area of 350,000 square meters. With a continuous history of over 2,600 years, it’s a town where the Qin Emperor established counties, Han rulers set up states, and the Western Yan Dynasty established commanderies. 🎫 Tickets: 60 RMB per person. 🏮Must-Visit Attractions: 🔹Dayang Ancient Town Walls: As an integral part of the Ming and Qing architectural complex, these ancient walls not only served military defense purposes but are also iconic landmarks of the town. 🔹Guan Di Temple: Since its establishment in the Yuan Dynasty, this temple has been a sacred place for merchants to worship. It also served as a guild hall for local businesses. 🔹Tianzhu Tower: Although you cannot enter the tower, you can take memorable photos outside and appreciate its unique charm. 💡Travel Tips: 🔸Wear comfortable shoes as you’ll be walking quite a bit to explore this vast ancient town. Enjoy your journey through the rich history and cultural heritage of Dayang Ancient Town! 🏯🌿😊 #travel #china

#favouriteitinerary During my visit to Daiyang Ancient Town, I was struck by its immense size and abundance of historical architecture. It's a great representation of Shanxi's traditional residences, though it doesn't have the fame of places like Pingyao. I even spotted a few unique cave dwellings, adding to the town's charm. The town wasn't crowded with tourists or commercial activities. Many houses were uninhabited, reflecting a common trend in many ancient towns. While the peaceful atmosphere was pleasant, a bit more commercial activity could help attract visitors and maintain the buildings. I also enjoyed a delicious bowl of noodles at a nearby restaurant. It was my first time trying noodles with fresh leek, which added a unique flavor. This local specialty was quite different from what I'd experienced in the south. Overall, Daiyang Ancient Town left a lasting impression with its rich history and unique atmosphere.

Preview My second trip to Shanxi, I chose Jindongnan Weekend trip (2 days) Day 1 Changzhi Guanyin Temple Changzhi Changzi County Chongqing Temple Changzhi Changzi County Faxing Temple Jincheng Gaoping Kaihua Temple Day 2 Jincheng Gaoping Tielu Temple Jincheng Zezhou Yuhuang Temple Jincheng Zezhou Qinglian Temple This trip is the best place to see painted sculptures Transportation: Study tour, bus

Shanxi is home to many ancient buildings, and its pre-Song Dynasty architecture is unrivaled in China. Jincheng is home to many ancient buildings, including many of the most durable and impressive Song Dynasty structures. Song Dynasty architecture inherited the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty and opened the way for the elegant style of the Song Dynasty. With its ancient wood color and flying eaves, a wooden building is like a little girl who can be dressed up in any way you like, whether in its original form or with light or heavy makeup. However, the makeup is a bit overdone... 📸 Highlights: First, the mountain gate built on a high place, then the bell and drum tower, where you can overlook the main building of Chongshou Temple. Rebuilt in the first year of the Xuanhe period of the Song Dynasty (1119), it was repaired many times during the Jin, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. The architectural style is regular, and the oldest existing building is the Shijia Hall in the middle hall, which is simple in style and has Song Dynasty inscriptions on the eaves columns, preserving the characteristics and style of Song Dynasty architecture. The only thing that stands out is the painted wooden structure of the walls, which is obviously a later addition and lacks the charm of returning to the original. The rear hall is the Leiyin Hall, with five rooms, and a plaque from the second year of the Zhizheng period of the Yuan Dynasty (1342) is preserved in the middle room. The existing building is a Ming Dynasty building, with some Yuan Dynasty structures preserved. 📍 Address: East end of Xigao Village, Bagu Town, Zezhou County, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province 🌟 Protection level: Eighth batch of National Key Cultural Relics 🎫 Tickets: Free, with the phone number of the cultural relics protection officer on the door

|Qinglian Temple, the "Buddhist Capital." Qinglian Temple requires online reservations, but no tickets. Qinglian Temple is known as the "First Temple of Jin and Wei Mountains and Rivers" and the "Buddhist Capital." Qinglian Temple was founded during the Tianbao period of the Northern Qi Dynasty by the eminent monk Huiyuan and was originally named Qinghua Temple. In Buddhist terms, the blue lotus is the best. The lotus flower is closely associated with Buddhism, and the Buddha sitting on a lotus platform has become a rule, while the blue lotus is the best among lotuses, and temples around the world do not dare to easily use the name Qinglian. Because Master Huiyuan was historically known as the "Great Master of Qi and Sui," the "High Ancestor of Buddhist Interpretation," and the "Dragon among Monks," he brought great glory to Qinglian Temple. In addition, he trained a large number of Buddhist elites, such as Lingcan, Huijian, Huichang, Shanzhou, Zhihui, Bianxiang, and Zhicen, who led the Buddhist community at that time. In the eighth year of the Xiantong period of the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Yizong of Tang bestowed the name "Qinglian Temple" on the temple. The monks of Qinglian Temple did not follow the rules, were not bound by sects, and absorbed the strengths of various sects, becoming the founders of the Pure Land Sect, the Dilun Sect, and the Four-Part Vinaya Sect. During the Tang Dynasty, Zen Master Zhicen established the Lotus Sutra Dojo here, and 28 eminent monks from all over the world gathered at Qinglian to teach the Lotus Sutra, causing a sensation. Qinglian Temple became a sacred place longed for by the Buddhist community during the Sui and Tang Dynasties and was known as the "Buddhist Capital of the Sui and Tang Dynasties." At the end of the Northern Zhou Dynasty, Master Huiyuan was commissioned by the court to bring the Qinglian palm leaf manuscript to Shaolin, where he taught martial arts and created Shaolin martial arts. "Wen Qinglian, Wu Shaolin" is famous throughout China. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit. Qinglian Wonderland, Eight Treasures Pure Land. The entire temple is divided into two parts, the upper temple and the lower temple, which are located by the mountains and rivers, overlooking each other, and complementing each other, subtly conforming to the wonder of "hiding," integrating the creation of scenery and obtaining scenery, presenting the eternal beauty of returning to nature. Outside the temple, the mountains are majestic and the scenery is beautiful, while inside the temple, ancient cypresses and ginkgo trees tower into the sky, making it a heavenly paradise.

Qinglian Temple is located on the mountainside of Xiashi Mountain, 17 km southeast of Jincheng City. Built on the mountain, the temple is surrounded by lush forests and the Dan River. The temple buildings are hidden among the green trees. The surrounding mountains resemble a lotus flower emerging from the water, making the temple a beautiful place. The temple is home to ancient cypress trees and towering ginkgo trees, creating a tranquil and beautiful environment. It is one of the earliest temples of the Maitreya Pure Land Sect of Buddhism in China and is famous for the saying "Wen Qinglian, Wu Shaolin" (文青莲，武少林). Qinglian Temple was founded by the famous Northern Qi monk Master Huiyuan during the Tianbao period (550–559 AD) and was originally named "Xiashi Temple." In the eighth year of the Xiantong period of the Tang Dynasty (867 AD), the temple was renamed "Qinglian Temple" by imperial decree. The temple is home to Wei stele inscriptions, Tang sculptures, and Song, Ming, and Qing architecture, murals, and poetry. The six Tang Dynasty painted sculptures are particularly exquisite and are unique in China. In 1988, the temple was listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit. Photo by alumnus Ruan Xingguo.

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[Jin City, Shanxi: Dragons and Eight Pillars] The gate of the Guandi Temple, which is a stone's throw away from the Yuhuang Temple, is closed. However, this is not a big deal. I called the department in charge of cultural relics in Jin City, and the door opened after a while. They said it was temporarily closed due to rain, so I had the privilege of a private tour. The Guandi Temple in the city is not small, but the reason it is a national treasure is not its size, but the large number of exquisite wood carvings and stone carvings from the Qing Dynasty that have been preserved. The four stone pillars in front of the Guansheng Hall are four flying dragons, which are very imposing. The most outstanding are the four stone pillars in front of the Sanyi Hall, which are covered with carvings, all of which are based on Chinese folk stories and legends, such as the Romance of Sui and Tang Dynasties, the Investiture of the Gods, and Guo Ziyi's son-in-law's birthday celebration. Some of the lower stone pillars are damaged and destroyed, but most of the middle and upper parts are relatively intact, which is not easy. The four stone pillars depict many characters in detail, and the stories are vivid and interesting, which makes us very interested. However, don't forget to look up and see the exquisite wood carvings and beam paintings, which are equally wonderful. Under the urging of the cultural relics protection staff to get off work, we left the Guandi Temple. Don't miss the Guandi Temple when you come to Jin City! 📝Tips: Free admission, closes at 5 pm

Qinglian Temple was originally called Xiashi Temple, and was named after the Shakyamuni Buddha sitting on a lotus seat in the temple. There is a saying that goes, "Qinglian for literature, Shaolin for martial arts." Qinglian Temple is divided into two parts: the Upper Temple and the Lower Temple, which belong to the Pure Land and Tiantai sects respectively. There is a 1,400-year-old ginkgo tree in the Upper Temple, and late October is the best time to enjoy the ginkgo leaves. According to the staff, the fallen leaves will not be swept away, and the ancient temple is covered with golden leaves in late autumn, which is very beautiful. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see it this time. The Lower Temple has a Ming Dynasty stupa, which is a landmark building of the temple and is also known as the "Shadowless Pagoda." The Shakyamuni Hall in the south of the Lower Temple also houses 11 Song Dynasty painted sculptures. We were lucky to see them (we were told that it was not open, but today there was a museum taking photos) and we were able to catch a glimpse of the Song Dynasty sculptures that were not destroyed by destructive restoration. The Sutra Pavilion of the Upper Temple has four "corner gods" that have been supporting the beams for thousands of years, which are the only ones in the country. Qinglian Temple has the most interesting "strongest worker." The corner gods are not the chosen workers, but the pillars of Qinglian Temple, supporting the ancient temple for thousands of years.

[Zhijiao Sanjiao Temple] is the "crown of wood carvings in southeast Shanxi," an ancient building carved with a carving knife, and was once known as the largest temple outside the south gate of Jincheng. For hundreds of years, the most praised feature of the Sanjiao Temple is its exquisite and complex wood carvings. In traditional concepts, caisson ceilings are a symbol of sacred meaning and can only be used in religious or royal buildings. The treasure flower shape is painted with a Bagua diagram, and the dragon-shaped wood carvings on the central pillar have clearly visible dragon scales, a complicated decorative technique in Chinese wooden architecture. [Zezhou Dai Temple] is also known as Yedi Dai Temple, located in Yedi Village, Nancun Town, Zezhou County, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. The date of its establishment is unknown, but according to the inscription on the stone pillar, the latest construction date can be traced back to the Song Dynasty. The ancient ginkgo tree at the entrance of the courtyard is unusually thick and is one of the most precious trees in Jincheng, comparable to the ginkgo tree in Tanzhe Temple in Beijing. This ginkgo tree is a single tree that bears fruit, and a branch grows downward beside the trunk, making it look like a "hermaphrodite," which is amazing! (We came late, and all the ginkgo leaves had fallen.) Unlike the common stone lion statues, the stone lions at the entrance have all had their front legs cut off, so the locals call them the "Venus lions" with broken arms. Without the front legs, the whole thing becomes a beautiful arc shape, with a dynamic momentum of leaping into the air.

Jincheng, Shanxi [Fucheng Jade Emperor Temple] "Black Myth: Wukong" became popular 🔥, Jincheng Jade Emperor Temple as one of the filming locations also followed the fire 🔥, the twenty-eight constellations inside, is known as "Kyushu unique, the best in the sea"! The temple also has 284 colored sculptures from different periods such as Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing. The mysterious power of the stars can be felt in every corner of the Jade Emperor Temple. They are not only the guide for the ancients to observe celestial phenomena, but also the essence of ancient myths and legends. Each statue of the deity is lifelike, as if it can have a heart-to-heart conversation with you, allowing you to feel the wisdom and awe of the ancients in your exploration. [Fucheng Guandi Temple] 800 years of wind and rain, stone pillars rolling dragon carved beams painted buildings, leaping and flying, dou arch flying roof. In Shanxi, in addition to Jiezhou, the birthplace of Guan Yu, the temple of Emperor Guan, the prefecture of Zezhou in Jincheng City, also rocks the mountains. The four "story columns" in the temple The four stone plate dragon corridor columns are placed under the wooden carved moon beam bracket. On the four stone pillars, ten hollow dragons of different sizes are carved. The dragon bodies have various forms, either coiled, or leaping, flying up and down. The disc dragons are interspersed with carved electric mother Feng Bo and Thunder God Rain Master. The base supporting the rolling dragon column is four fierce round carved stone lions, which shine brightly with the giant dragon. These stone pillars are still distinct despite more than 800 years of ups and downs. "Character Pillar" "Zhang Gongyi ninth generation together", 100-year-old Zhang Gong managed the family well, magnanimous treatment of others, nine generations under the same house, harmonious as one. Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty personally inscribed "Hundred Forbearance Hall". The word "forbearance" on this pillar hides the secret of the family's everlasting success! The eight stone pillars are not only beautifully carved, but also carry more than 300 stories from the Zhou Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty. Each knife reveals the wisdom and sentiment of the ancients.

Zhengzhou-Jincheng, the first stop of the escape plan Day 1: Depart from Zhengzhou East Station at 9:20 am. Book tickets in advance on Yuzhouxing. Free on weekends. Arrive at Jincheng East Bus Station in about 2.5 hours. Lunch at Hehe Liu. Visit the museum in the afternoon. The museum is not big, 2-3 hours is enough. No entry after 4 pm. Remember to make a reservation on the official account in advance. Unlike other museums with underground cultural relics, the entire 4th floor is a collection of ancient architectural art treasures. It is recommended to start from the 4th floor and work your way down. Dinner at Shi Xiaowan opposite the museum. Dinner starts at 5:30 pm. You can wait inside after visiting the museum. We ordered black goji berry tofu, wild vegetable rolls, Mao Tou meatballs, and yellow pear sea cucumber with fried pork (recommended). Small portions are available, so you can try more dishes. Very good. Day 2: We didn't book a bus in the morning, so we took a taxi to Qinglian Temple. The fare is 20 yuan. You can pay the driver an extra 10 yuan for parking. The driver will take you directly to the lower temple. We didn't take the shuttle bus. We arrived at the lower temple before 9 am. There were few people and it was very quiet. There were a few dogs basking in the sun. The main hall has Tang Dynasty painted sculptures. There is a corridor in front and a front hall with 11 Song Dynasty painted sculptures. The clothing styles are different. Be sure to take a look. Continue climbing for 5 minutes to reach the upper temple. There were more people. It is currently the most beautiful season for ginkgo. Under the ancient temple, the leaves turn from green to yellow. It is beautiful and sacred. You can also take home a seasonal limited edition ginkgo book card for 9-16 yuan. You can DIY it yourself, which is very meaningful. Then take a taxi to Yuhuang Temple. The fare is 33 yuan. It is a gathering place for various gods. You can find a place to pray for anything. Peace of mind, evergreen pines and cypresses, and various gods in addition to the popular 28 constellations. After leaving Yuhuang Temple, walk for about 10 minutes to Fucheng Guandi Temple, a more modern temple with exquisite pillar carvings depicting four stories. The characters are vivid and interesting. Finally, take bus No. 19 from the entrance of Fucheng Guandi Temple. 1 yuan to Jincheng East Bus Station. Book a return trip to Zhengzhou in advance on Dama Taihang Jincheng Tour. Free return home.

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|Exquisite wood carvings. Zezhou Sanjiao Temple, also known as Lizhai Sanjiao Temple, is located in Lizhai Scenic Area, Lizhai Township, Zezhou County, Shanxi Province. Zezhou Sanjiao Temple is praised by ancient architecture experts as a masterpiece of ancient Chinese wood carving art. The temple has 68 rooms. On the central axis are the stage, the offering pavilion, and the Sansheng Hall, with side rooms, watchtowers, and side halls on both sides. The temple gate faces east. The entire temple is well laid out and has a rigorous structure. It was once known as the largest temple south of Jincheng. We often say that there is a kind of beauty called Chinese beauty, and there is a kind of art called Chinese wood carving. The wood carvings in the Sansheng Hall are a masterpiece. The dougong (bracket set) uses relief, shallow carving, openwork carving, and other carving techniques. The carvings depict people, flowers, and birds. The flowers, birds, and animals are lifelike, and the characters and stories are vivid. It is praised by ancient architecture experts as a masterpiece of ancient Chinese wood carving art. In the sunlight, the entire ancient temple building exudes a sense of elegance and tranquility. Address: Zhijiao Village, Lizhai Township, Zezhou County, Jincheng Tickets: Free, no reservation required Opening hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

| See a 6,000-year-old ginkgo tree. Zezhou Dai Temple, commonly known as Xidamiao, is located in Yedi Village, Nancun Town, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. It is the only Dai Temple and Taoist Quanzhen Temple outside of Mount Tai. Next to Zezhou Dai Temple stands a ginkgo tree, one of the attractions here. According to experts, the tree is at least 6,000 years old, making it one of the top ten largest trees in Jincheng and unique in China. In front of the Dai Temple, the tree's crown spreads out like a giant umbrella. Originally, the tree had eight branches, but six were cut down in the early days of liberation to make desks and benches for the village school, leaving only two branches. In autumn, the leaves turn yellow, and from a distance, it looks like a money tree. Perhaps making a wish for wealth here will be effective. Tickets: Free Transportation: Taxi fare is about 38 one way

| See the stone inscriptions and calligraphy. Qinglian Temple, originally called Xiashi Temple, is located in Xiashi Mountain, north of Sinanzhuang, 17 km southeast of Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. The temple is named after the seated statue of Sakyamuni on a lotus seat. The ancient temple was built during the Tianbao period of the Northern Qi Dynasty and is also known as the Lower Qinglian Temple. The new temple was built in the second year of the Dahe period of the Tang Dynasty and is also known as the Upper Qinglian Temple, as it is located at a higher elevation. One of the most amazing sights in Qinglian Temple is the ancient cypress tree, which is said to have withered over a hundred years ago. The abbot of the temple decided to cut it down the next day. That night, a young cypress tree climbed up the trunk of the mother tree and wrapped itself around it tightly. The monks saw this and believed it to be a divine sign. Qinglian Temple also preserves a large number of stone inscriptions, including ten inscriptions from the Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties, with a variety of calligraphy styles, including regular script, cursive script, clerical script, and seal script, which are breathtaking to visitors.

New Qinglian Temple: Three courtyards, with a platform in front, and the Tianwang Hall, Sutra Pavilion, Shijia Hall, and Daxiong Hall built on top. The Guanyin Pavilion and Dizang Pavilion are built separately. The temple has ten steles from the Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties, with a variety of fonts including regular script, cursive script, clerical script, and seal script. Sutra Pavilion: A Song dynasty building, with some of the Song dynasty paintings still on the brackets. Four corner gods are embedded under the flying eaves, with vivid expressions, and are original Song dynasty pieces. Shijia Hall: Built in the fourth year of the Yuanzhe period of the Northern Song dynasty (1089), with a single-eave hip roof, three bays, and six rafters. The beam frame is exposed, with four rafters and three columns. The brackets are single-layered with five layers, and the brackets and heads are made of bamboo. There are four Song dynasty sculptures. Luohan Hall: Also known as Guanyin Pavilion, built in the first year of the Jianzhong Jingguo period of the Northern Song dynasty (1101), with a gable roof and three bays. The two-story pavilion has sculptures of Guanyin Bodhisattva, Longnu, Tongzi, and sixteen Arhats, which are Song dynasty relics. The stone stele of the "Luohan Stele Inscription" in the middle of the back wall of the Guanyin Pavilion records the names of sixteen Arhats and five hundred Arhats, with the five hundred Arhats being the earliest recorded. Child Embracing Mother Ancient Cypress: Over a hundred years ago, the mother cypress withered, and the temple's abbot decided to cut it down the next day. That night, a young cypress climbed up the mother's trunk and tightly embraced it, leaving it behind. 2. Ancient Qinglian Temple: Also known as the Lower Courtyard of Qinglian Temple, it is the site of the Tang dynasty temple, consisting of two halls and a stupa. The main hall and south hall were rebuilt due to severe collapse. Maitreya Hall: Hip roof with three bays, with existing Tang dynasty colored sculptures.

❶. 🌸A secret paradise in the Buddhist kingdom🤩💕Coordinates👉Jincheng, Shanxi🐲🏞The temple buildings are ancient and full of Zen! The greenery in the mountains is vibrant🧀The scenery is pleasant😍A great place for a leisurely weekend❷. 📍A must-see attraction🔥Highly recommended🔖 The sight of the temple will amaze you😮The layers of temples are as beautiful as a landscape painting🎨Every detail reveals the wisdom and ingenuity of the ancients👍Buddhist culture is perfectly preserved and promoted here☀️The incense is refreshing🙏Pray for peace👼 ❸. Stroll through the temple and feel the passage of time, as if you have traveled back in time⏳The ancient Buddha statues quietly tell the story of a thousand years of history📜You can't help but feel a sense of awe❤️A sense of reverence for this mysterious religion💫 ❹. Qinglian Temple is not only a place of religious belief but also a symbol of culture and a carrier of historical memory☯️It has witnessed a glorious history and left us with a valuable spiritual and cultural heritage🌹Whether you are a believer or a tourist, you can find your own peace and inspiration here🕊️ ❺. I highly recommend you come here to experience this unique charm. You will be captivated! Don't forget to bring your family and friends to start a spiritual journey😊I hope more people will visit this mysterious and beautiful land in the future and discover more beauty and surprises💖I wish everyone peace and joy🙌✨

🎯 Shanxi, the hometown of ancient buildings, after playing "Black Myth: Wukong", the yearning for Shanxi ancient buildings is even stronger. Finally, I came to the fascinating Qingliansi Temple. This is also one of the locations of "Black Myth Wukong"💫 🕰️ Qingliansi Temple was first built in the Tianbao period of the Northern Qi Dynasty, and its original name was "Xieshi Temple". At that time, Buddhism had spread in the north, and Qingliansi Temple became an important religious place. There is also an inscription from the first year of Wuding in the Eastern Wei Dynasty on the cliff, which is enough to prove its long history.😎 ✨ During the Tang Dynasty, Qingliansi Temple ushered in a glorious period. In the second year of Tang Taihe, the new Qingliansi Temple was established; In the eighth year of Xiantong, the ancient Qingliansi Temple was renovated and renamed. At this time, Buddhism reached its peak in the Tang Dynasty, and Qingliansi Temple was able to expand. In the third year of Taiping Xingguo in the Northern Song Dynasty, the upper courtyard was named "Fuyan Zen Temple", and the lower courtyard was still the ancient Qingliansi Temple, and the two temples were separated from then on.👏 🖼️ The ancient Qingliansi Temple now has a main hall, a south hall and a Ming Dynasty pagoda, as well as the tomb pagoda of Master Huifeng in the Tang Dynasty. The six colored sculptures on the square Buddha altar in the main hall, Sakyamuni, Anan, Jia Ye, Manjusri and the offering person, still have the Tang style. The twelve colored sculptures in the south hall are realistic in style and vivid. The Tang stele "Xieshi Temple Dazhuiyuan Master's Relics" has a picture of the Buddha Hall on the top of the stele, which is a rare physical material in the history of ancient Chinese architecture.💎 🛕 The new Qingliansi Temple includes the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Sutra Depository, the Sakyamuni Hall, the Great Hall of the Great Heroes, the Guanyin Pavilion and the Dizang Pavilion. The architectural style of the second floor of the Sutra Depository is unique, different from the Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. The Sakyamuni Hall, Guanyin Pavilion and Dizang Pavilion were built during the Northern Song Dynasty. Although the latter two and the first floor of the Sutra Depository were renovated during the Qing Dynasty, they are still simple and solemn.👍 💎 It is worth mentioning that the unique corner god of Qingliansi Temple. Only Shanxi in the country has it. The corner god of Qingliansi Temple was made by the "wood bone mud fetus" process 1,000 years ago and has guarded the Sutra Depository for more than 1,000 years. They have different shapes, some are cute and cute, with their mouths open as if they are telling old stories; some are serious and awe-inspiring, showing great power; some are calm and calm, revealing a kind of tranquility and calmness. The rich imagination of ancient craftsmen is evident in these corner gods.🎊 🎈 Now it is the golden autumn season, Qingliansi Temple is full of incense, and you can pray for peace for your family in Qingliansi Temple. In this ancient temple, feel this kind of tranquility and peace, as if all troubles can be thrown away.💕 If you also love history and love ancient buildings, don't miss Qingliansi Temple.

🎈Because of Black Wukong, Shanxi became famous again, and the small city of Jincheng also became popular again because of the Jade Emperor Temple and the Iron Buddha Temple. I took advantage of the holidays to visit this beautiful town and personally stepped out my four-day and three-night guide to Jincheng. 👉Note: The following routes are personally checked and summarized. As always, no matter where you go, you must taste local specialties, so each of my travel routes includes delicious food, which is very smooth! You can copy homework directly! - 👉【Travel route】 【Day1】 Fucheng Yuhuang Temple ➡️Guandi Temple ➡️Top 10 bowls at Xiliuzhuang Canteen ➡️Qinglian Temple ➡️Snacks at South Street Night Market 【Day2】 Gaoping Chongming Temple ➡️Mishan Iron Buddha Temple ➡️Mishan Restaurant ➡️Lianghu Ancient Village ➡️Taihang Road Old Three 【Day3】 Imperial City Prime Minister’s Mansion➡️Xiangyu Castle 【Day4】 White Horse Temple➡️Situ Ancient Town➡️Dayang Ancient Town - 👉【Important Attractions】 ✔️[Fucheng Jade Emperor Temple] A must-go! Here I saw the "Twenty-eight Constellations" that were actually shot in the game. Each character has a different expression and is very lifelike. It is a unique product at home and abroad! ✔️[Qinglian Temple] The Buddha statues and the Sixteen Arhats in the temple are a must-see, as well as the colorful sculptures from the Northern Song Dynasty; the horned god "The Chosen Worker God" who has been pressed for more than 1,400 years is worth worshiping; the location of the iconic building "Shadowless Pagoda" is very wise . ✔️[Iron Buddha Temple] This temple is hidden in the courtyard of a farmer’s house, and the locals have never had the chance to see it before. It is a must-see in the Twenty-Four Heavens. The look is different from ordinary Buddha statues. It is very special. I could stand waiting in line for 3 hours. ✔️[Imperial City Prime Minister's Mansion] The filming location of the Kangxi Dynasty, the former residence of Chen Tingjing, the teacher of Emperor Kangxi, has a unique architectural style and is very majestic. It is the only 5A attraction in Jincheng City. ✔️[Xiangyu Castle] is very close to the Imperial City Prime Minister's Mansion. Although it is not as famous as the Imperial City Prime Minister's Mansion, I personally feel it is more majestic and shocking than the Prime Minister's Mansion. You must see the Tibetan Soldier Cave. The ancient city defenders were really wise! ✔️【Situ Town】The town is very big and suitable for shopping and eating. You must see the iron flower at night, it is so shocking! ✔️[Dayang Ancient Town] You can choose one from Situ Town. There are also iron flowers in the evening, but there are not as many snacks as in Situ Town. - 👉【Gourmet】 ✔️[Top Ten Bowls in Xiliuzhuang] It is close to the Jade Emperor Temple. It recommends the top ten bowls of vegetarian dishes, including: Maotouwan, fungus clams, sweet rice, etc. The advantage is that it is delicious and cheap (120 yuan for 11 large bowls). The disadvantage is The toilet is not very convenient and there are only dry toilets. It is recommended to solve the toilet problem in advance. ✔️[Mishan Restaurant] is next to Tiefo Temple. Recommendations: Vegetarian Fried Braised Noodles, Li Ge Chow, etc. ✔️[Nanjie Street Night Market] Eat a variety of snacks, including fried skewers, dipped skewers, buckwheat bowls, tofu skewers, sausages, teppanyaki, etc. ✔️【Laojiao Millet】Breakfast, open at 5 o'clock and close at 8 o'clock, please pay attention to the time. ✔️【Xiaoyao Red Beef Spicy Soup】Breakfast ✔️[Taihang Road Laosan] Eat Jincheng specialties ✔️[Fried rice noodles, fried gluten, fried jelly treasure shop] Near South Street, in the alley opposite Pengyue shape, the first store, the signboard is a green rice noodles, more than 30 years old store, very low-key, local An old store recommended by people. - 👉This small town is so low-key. It has so many bright spots. The per capita price for four days and three nights is less than 1,000. It doesn’t raise the price just because of its popularity. I love it!

📍Address: Located in Dongnan Village, Jincun Town, 13 km east of Jincheng City 🚗Transportation: Self-driving, navigate directly to Erxian Temple, arrive at a large T-junction, be sure to pay attention to a small road on the left leading to the village, it is easy to miss. 👍️Main Features: Erxian Temple is a unique belief in the southeast of Shanxi, and it is dedicated to two young girls. They were a pair of sisters during the Tang Dynasty, born smart and beautiful, lost their mother in their childhood, and although they were abused by their stepmother, the two girls were still very filial and later became immortals. They often appear in the local area to save people from suffering and difficulties. Unfortunately, what we see today, only five are Song Dynasty sculptures, and the other eleven, including the heads of the two immortals, have been stolen at the end of the last century. There is no historical record of the original appearance, and we can only imagine her style through the gorgeous patterns of the statue's clothes. 🎟️Ticket Information: Free, the cultural relic protection officer is very good, patiently explained, even when we went there at six o'clock, they still accompanied us to watch, and waited for us to finish watching before closing.

Xiaonan Village Erxian Temple, also known as Jincheng Erxian Temple, is located in Xiaonan Village, Jincheng Town, Zezhou County, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. It was built between the 4th year of Song Shaosheng (AD 1097) and the 7th year of Zhenghe (AD 1117). The main body of the main hall, the shrine and the statue are relics of the Song Dynasty. The front hall was rebuilt in the 18th year of Ming Hongwu (AD 1385), and the side halls on the east and west sides are relics of the Ming Dynasty. In the 23rd year of Jiaqing (1817), the Gaojin Temple, Sancang Temple, Xiling Temple, Wudao Temple, General Temple and the east and west corridor rooms were all repaired. Xiaonan Village Erxian Temple has high historical, artistic and scientific value. It is an important physical material for studying the architecture and religious culture of the Song and Jin Dynasties. It was rated as a national key cultural relic protection unit in 1996.

🏮Qinglian Temple in Jincheng, located in Jincheng City, Shanxi Province, is a historic Buddhist temple and an important setting in Black Myth: Wukong. Want to embark on a journey exploring Buddhism and mythology? 🐵🌟 📍📍【Guide Step 1: How to Get There】📍📍 🛫From Jincheng City Center, you can choose to drive yourself, take public transportation, or use a shared bicycle to get to Qinglian Temple. Driving and taking public transportation both require a longer travel time, while shared bicycles offer a more convenient service.🚗🛳️ 🏮🏮【Guide Step 2: Visiting Qinglian Temple】🏮🏮 📸Qinglian Temple boasts rich Buddhist culture and ancient architecture. You can stroll through the temple, admire the ancient buildings and murals, and experience the charm of Buddhist culture.🏞️📸 🐵🐵【Guide Step 3: Feeling the Black Myth: Wukong Elements】🐵🐵 🌄Qinglian Temple is closely related to the legend of Black Myth: Wukong, and the temple houses many relics and legends related to Wukong. During your visit, pay special attention to these elements and feel the interweaving of myth and reality.🏮🌄 🍽️🍽️【Guide Step 4: Tasting Local Delicacies】🍽️🍽️ 🍴Jincheng region has many authentic Shanxi dishes, such as knife-cut noodles and oil cake. Try the local specialties and experience Shanxi's culinary culture.🍹🥘 🛏️🛏️【Guide Step 5: Accommodation Recommendations】🛏️🛏️ 🏨There are many hotels and guesthouses near Qinglian Temple, offering comfortable accommodation. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during peak tourist season.🌙🏞️ 🌟🌟【Conclusion】🌟🌟 🏮Qinglian Temple is not only a temple but also a piece of history and a legend. We hope this guide will help you find peace of mind on your journey exploring Buddhism and mythology.🛫🌍

🎉National Day holiday is a great time to travel! If you're looking for a place full of historical charm and cultural charm, then the Jade Emperor Temple in Jincheng, Shanxi is not to be missed.🎈 🎈1. Introduction to the Scenic Spot Jincheng Jade Emperor Temple, also known as Fucheng Jade Emperor Temple, is located in Fucheng Village, Jincun Town, Zezhou County, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. This is the best preserved and most complete Jade Emperor Temple in Jincheng area.😃At the same time, it is also the largest and most influential Taoist temple in the southeast of Shanxi in ancient times, known as the "Ancient Astronomical Art Museum".💖 🎈2. Check-in Highlights 🌟1. Unique architectural style: The buildings in the temple cleverly integrate the characteristics of the Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming, Qing and other dynasties, which is really a collection of ancient architectural art.😉It's like a living architectural history book, which is amazing.🤩 🌟2. Colored sculpture art treasures: Especially the twenty-eight star sculptures, which are simply lifelike and definitely a treasure of ancient Chinese colored sculpture art.😍Each colored sculpture seems to have its own story, waiting for you to listen.💫 🌟3. Black Myth Wukong Shooting Location: The release of China's first 3A game "Black Myth: Wukong" has set off a "ancient building fever", and the twenty-eight star palace of Jincheng Jade Emperor Temple is one of the shooting locations of the game.😎Here, it seems to be able to walk into the fantasy world of the game.🎮 🎈3. Travel Tips 💡Learn about the history and cultural background of the Jade Emperor Temple in advance, so that you can better appreciate its charm during the visit. 💡You can hire a tour guide or rent an explanation device to learn more about the story of each building and colored sculpture. 💡When taking photos, pay attention to protect the cultural relics and do not use flash. 🎈4. Precautions ⚠️Take care of cultural relics and do not touch or damage them at will. ⚠️Comply with the regulations of the scenic spot and visit in a civilized manner. During the National Day holiday, come to Jincheng Jade Emperor Temple to check in, and feel the charm of ancient architectural art and colored sculpture culture together!💪🏻

The Jade Emperor Temple is located in Zezhou County, Jincheng City, Shanxi Province. It was built during the Northern Song Dynasty and still retains a complete three-entry building complex, including the first gate, the second gate, the gods' pavilion, the Jade Emperor Hall, and other buildings. In particular, the 28 Star Mansion Hall and the Jade Emperor Hall still retain complete Song Dynasty colored sculptures, which are unique and lifelike. Recommended Attractions 28 Star Mansion Hall There are 28 existing colored sculptures, each corresponding to a star mansion. The colored sculptures present the Song Dynasty costume style, with vivid shapes, and each star mansion shows different personality characteristics. It is also a unique product in the world. Jade Emperor Hall It was built in the ninth year of Xining in the Northern Song Dynasty. The existing building is a single-eave Xieshan-style building with a Song and Jin style front porch. The Jade Emperor is enshrined in the hall, with a total of 51 colored sculptures. Five Hall There is 1 existing colored sculpture, which is a statue of the Five Generals. Forbidden Medicine King Hall There are 7 existing colored sculptures, enshrining the Forbidden King, famous doctors Hua Tuo and Sun Simiao. Four Saints Hall There are 10 existing colored sculptures. Enshrining the four saints of Tianma, Tianqiang, Tiange, and Tianfeng. Eleven Shining Star Hall There are 13 existing colored sculptures, in the style of the Yuan Dynasty, enshrining the eleven star monarchs. Three Yuan Hall The Three Yuan Hall, also known as the Three Yuan Hall, was built in the late Northern Song Dynasty, with 9 existing colored sculptures. Enshrining the officials of heaven, earth, and water. Taiwei Hall There are 6 existing colored sculptures. All are statues of generals. Chengtang Hall Chengtang Hall was created in the ninth year of Xining in the Northern Song Dynasty (1076). The existing building is in the style of the Jin Dynasty. There are three two-story pavilions in the hall for the Chengtang Emperor's shrine. Ticket: Free Transportation: Bus No. 19

On weekends and holidays, you need to queue at the entrance of the 12 Zodiacs in the Jade Emperor Pagoda. 10 people are allowed in at a time for 20 minutes each. You don't need to queue on weekdays. The colored sculptures in other halls are also very good.

Qinglian Temple was established in the Northern Qi Dynasty and was once a place where the Buddhist community of the Sui and Tang Dynasties aspired to be, similar to a training base for high monks. It is divided into the upper and lower temples. The lower temple is also called the Ancient Qinglian Temple. It has a pagoda from the Yuan Dynasty and a Shakya Hall with iron railings. Inside are Tang-style colored sculptures. You can see them through the railings. It is said that it was not open before. I happened to meet a teacher who taught archaeology and brought students to see it. I heard a lot of explanations, but I didn't understand it. But I think the skills of the ancients are very good. The modern restoration is done by students from the Sculpture Department of the Central Academy of Fine Arts. Because they study Western sculpture, they can't restore the original appearance. The upper temple is called Fuyan Zen Temple. The lower temple was established first, followed by the upper temple. There are no two 1,400-year-old ginkgo trees. The Maitreya Hall also has Tang Dynasty colored sculptures. The hands are damaged. It is said that they don't know what it was like before, so they didn't repair it. Qinglian Temple is backed by mountains and faces the water. It is very beautiful in the sun.