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Short Holiday Citywalk Guide|Strolling Through Datong and Other Places Is Just Right

Hey besties! The short holiday is here. Want to visit Datong? Don't miss this guide! It will lead you to experience the shock of the intangible cultural heritage of "Da Tie Hua" (iron flower hitting), and there are many more practical tips waiting for you to discover. The whole trip will be wonderful! / Itinerary: D1: 🏯 Explore the Hanging Temple -> 🏞 Admire the stone carvings at the Yungang Grottoes Visit the ancient temple on the cliff and feel the accumulation of thousands of years of history; then go to the Yungang Grottoes to appreciate the exquisite stone carving art. D2: 🏔 Pilgrimage to Mount Wutai -> 🛕 Pray for blessings at the Five Lords Temple -> 🌃 Night tour of Xinzhou Ancient City Climb Mount Wutai and experience the tranquil Buddhist atmosphere; go to the Five Lords Temple to pray for blessings for family and friends; stroll through Xinzhou Ancient City at night and feel the charm of the ancient city. D3: 🏰 Travel through time in Pingyao Ancient City Stroll through Pingyao Ancient City, as if traveling back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, and feel the weight of the ancient city walls and the vicissitudes of history. D4: 💦 Spectacular tour of the Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Shanxi Go to the Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River and watch the spectacular scene of the surging Yellow River water and the cascading waterfall, and feel the majestic power of nature. D5: 🏡 Explore Shanxi merchant culture at the Qiao Family Compound Visit the Qiao Family Compound, learn about the history and culture of Shanxi merchants, and appreciate the architectural beauty of traditional courtyard houses. D6: 🛤 Depart from Shuozhou -> 🛫 Fly to Shanghai End your pleasant Shanxi trip, depart from Shuozhou, take a plane back to Shanghai, and look forward to your next trip. (Note: The order of attractions can be adjusted according to the actual situation during the trip to ensure a smooth journey.) / Travel Checklist: 🧳 Going to Datong? Bring these things! 👕 Clothing: Prepare a light jacket to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening. Comfortable travel shoes, no fear of walking anywhere. 🎒 Carry-on bag: Carry a light bag for your phone, wallet, and small items. 📸 Photography equipment: Bring a camera or phone to record beautiful moments. Selfie sticks are also very useful! 💳 Documents: ID card, student ID, etc., are essential for going out, don't forget! 💊 Medicine: Bring some cold medicine, stomach medicine, just in case. Motion sickness medicine is also prepared for a more comfortable journey. 🕶️ Accessories: Sunglasses and a hat are a perfect match for sun protection and style. 🥤 Food and drink: Bring a thermos cup to drink hot water at any time. Prepare some snacks to satisfy your cravings on the road. / The Datong trip is over. Don't forget to like 👍 and add to your favorites 🌟 so you won't get lost next time. More exciting things are waiting for you to discover! 🎉
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Posted: Mar 20, 2025
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