🏯 Discover Datong – A Journey Through Ancient China

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🌟 Top Things to See in Datong

1. Yungang Grottoes
🪨 Over 50,000 Buddha statues carved into cliffs – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
A must-see for anyone interested in ancient Buddhist art and history.

2. Hanging Temple (Xuankong Si)
⛰ A 1,500-year-old temple built into a cliffside
Suspended above the ground with wooden beams – a true engineering wonder.

3. Datong Old City Wall
🏯 Recently restored – perfect for an afternoon walk or sunset view
Feel like you’ve stepped back into imperial times.

4. Huayan Monastery
🧘 A peaceful temple complex with beautiful wooden architecture and courtyards
Great for quiet moments and cultural insight.

5. Nine-Dragon Screen Wall
🐉 One of the largest and oldest glazed dragon walls in China
Perfect photo spot for architecture lovers.

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Post by Joyous Fun | Jul 27, 2025