Hanging Monastery (Xuankong Si, Shanxi)

#chinatravel Suspended about 75 meters above the ground, the Hanging Monastery is a remarkable architectural feat perched on a cliff near Mount Hengshan. Built over 1,500 years ago and later repaired in Ming and Qing dynasties, it uniquely integrates Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism—statues of Buddha, Laozi, and Confucius stand side by side. Oak cross‑beams embedded into the rock stabilize the structure. Plan to spend 2–3 hours visiting. It’s advised to arrive early to avoid crowds and ticket sale limits (daily cap around 1,000) .