As the saying goes, you have to come to Shaanxi to see the cultural relics buried in the ground, and the cultural relics on the ground must belong to Shanxi. Shanxi has too many scenic spots with profound historical background. You may not know that Shanxi alone has 70 More than 100% of the ancient buildings on the ground are well-deserved provinces of ancient buildings.
Friends who like history and ancient architecture, don’t miss the province of Shanxi. Pick a spare time and take your luggage and go~
Jin Temple (Taiyuan, Shanxi)
The former Jin Temple was also called Tang Shuyu Temple and Jinwang Temple, because it was named after Tang Shuyu, who worshiped the Jin Kingdom in the Western Zhou Dynasty, and Shanxi was called Tang at that time. After his death, his son changed the name of the country to Jin. Here It is the source of Shanxi in the true sense.
The oldest surviving Panlong carved pillars in China are also here. Eight dragons are flying, each holding a large pillar, which is lifelike. The Nanlaoquan, the Statue of the Maid, and the Statue of the Virgin are known as the "Three Wonders of Jinci Temple" so don't miss them.
Ying County Wooden Pagoda (Shuozhou, Shanxi)
The wooden tower in Yingxian County has become the world's three largest towers along with the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Eiffel Tower.
The full name of the wooden pagoda is the Sakyamuni Pagoda of Fogong Temple. It is 67 meters high and is made of thousands of tons of mahogany. It was built without using a single nail.
The wooden pagoda, which has gone through thousands of years, is also the tallest and oldest pagoda building in China. It is not only the first wooden pagoda in China, but also recorded as the tallest wooden pagoda in the world by Guinness a few years ago.
Yungang Grottoes (Datong, Shanxi)
The Yungang Grottoes are one of the largest ancient grottoes in China. Together with Luoyang Grottoes and Dunhuang Grottoes, they are regarded as the three largest grottoes in China.
I believe that everyone who travels here will be shocked by the momentum of the grottoes, and the majestic Buddha with treasures will make people feel a sense of peace and sacredness.
In ancient times, thousands of craftsmen were mobilized to complete the restoration of this grotto with the strength of the whole country. Although it has been weathered a lot after thousands of years of history, the delicate carving techniques and wonderful use of colors in the grotto are irresistible. eyes.
Pingyao Ancient City (Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province)
This ancient city has a history of 2,700 years and is the most complete ancient county in China.
The entire ancient city has preserved the characteristic buildings and folk customs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties for thousands of years. The history of Shanxi merchants going to the west entrance has penetrated into the city, and it is everywhere in this ancient city.
The quiet streets and alleys, the city walls full of vicissitudes, and the sense of history everywhere, as well as the existing escort bureaus, county government offices, and Confucian temples, come here to experience a historical life.
