Pingyao

Stepping into Pingyao is like opening a timeworn scroll of Chinese history. Its ancient city walls rise with quiet strength, encircling narrow lanes lined with grey-brick houses, red lanterns, and carved wooden doors. Every step along the cobbled streets carries the rhythm of centuries, from bustling markets to solemn temples. The air is rich with the scent of street food and the faint echo of traders’ voices from the Ming and Qing dynasties. In Pingyao, the past isn’t just preserved—it breathes, inviting you to wander, linger, and listen to the stories etched into every corner.

Post by Davide Bertolotti | Aug 14, 2025