Things to do in Ying County

Built in 1056 during the Liao Dynasty, the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda in Shanxi Province stands 67.31 meters tall. It is the oldest and tallest existing pure wooden pavilion-style building in the world, constructed without nails or rivets, and is known as one of the "Three Great Towers of the World" along with the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Although Jingtu Temple is a lesser-known tourist attraction, it boasts a wealth of cultural significance. The murals on the ceiling of the main hall, in particular, are breathtakingly beautiful, making the trip worthwhile. Definitely worth seeing.

The Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, an ancient building bearing a thousand-year history, stands silently on the land of Shanxi. Its unique structure and exquisite craftsmanship showcase the wisdom and ingenuity of ancient artisans. Through the passage of time, it remains steadfast, seemingly recounting its past glories and vicissitudes. Every brick and tile bears the marks of time, every beam and pillar a testament to historical changes. Standing before it, one can almost hear the whispers of the wind through the pagoda and feel a profound sense of awe that transcends time.

太美了！简直太震撼了！世界之最！

An ancient temple on the cliff. Worth waiting in line for visiting inside.

The experience was very good! The service was also very good. I experienced both 3D and VR. VR's immersive feeling was more real, as if people were really on the wooden tower. You can see the full picture of each floor of the wooden tower, and there is a 20-minute explanation. Bringing children to see it not only systematically understands the structure of the wooden tower, but it will be more meaningful to see the wooden tower with knowledge! The cost performance is very high! Very worthwhile

The highlight is the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, one of the world's three great pagodas. Its pure wooden mortise and tenon structure, without nails or rivets, has stood for thousands of years and is a true architectural marvel. You can also connect it with Liao Dynasty relics such as the old Guangwu City and the "Moon Gate" of the Guangwu Great Wall to feel the profound history of the frontier.

This is a Buddhist temple rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. It is located next to the Main Hall of Fogong Temple in Ying County. It is not large in scale and houses a seated statue of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. There are also many painted clay sculptures and murals around it. It is open to the public free of charge.

One Yanmen Pass, half of China's history. This majestic pass guards northern Shanxi, witnessing countless battles throughout the ages. Yanmen Pass, known as the First Pass of China, sits at the mouth of the Hengshan Mountains, flanked by two peaks, a naturally formidable strategic location. Throughout history, countless generals, including Li Mu, Wei Qing, Huo Qubing, and the Yang family generals, have defended this frontier, and countless battles have taken place here. Standing atop the gate tower, the mountain winds howl, and the Great Wall undulates along the mountain ridges. This is the northern gateway to the Central Plains; when war broke out, the world trembled; in times of peace, caravans thronged here. The clash of swords and the thunder of horses have long since vanished, only the majestic pass, the ancient road, and the mountains remain. It is not merely a scenic spot, but a symbol of the frontier in the nation's memory, witnessing millennia of conquest, steadfast defense, and ethnic integration.

It was a fantastic trip. Traveling during off-peak season meant fewer tourists, making for a great experience. Our guide, Liu Jing, was incredibly professional, explaining the history and current state of the grottoes and paying attention to many details. She even took beautiful photos for us – absolutely wonderful!