Shanxi Trip - Qiao Family Courtyard (Trip Moments) Pingyao Ancient City (See Pingyao Again).

Day 8 - Qiao Family Courtyard, Pingyao Ancient City
I went to Qiao Family Courtyard mainly for Trip Moments. I wanted to go to Pingyao Ancient City, but I thought it would be crowded, so I decided to go to Qiao Family Courtyard (I think I made the right decision). I found Zou Jin Trip Moments (the first one after the parking lot). The service was very good, and I tried on clothes until I was satisfied. The clothes were beautiful, and I really liked the outfit.
Then I went to Pingyao. I felt that Pingyao Ancient City was really ancient. This place has its own base for shooting, and you can wear clothes to the scenic area. When you get to the scenic area, you can take crazy photos in the back garden and the courtyard behind (there are fewer people here).
I felt that Qiao Family Courtyard was exquisite, but not as big as Wang Family Courtyard. Qiao Family Courtyard was crowded, and Wang Family Courtyard was more simple. Personally, I prefer Wang Family Courtyard.
After returning the clothes, I went to the parking lot to take a bus to Pingyao 18 (go to a vinegar shop, and they will ask the service center for you. The bus departs at a fixed time). I took the earliest train from Taiyuan to Qiao Family Courtyard. I left at 12:30 and took the train at 1:00. It took 40-50 minutes to get to Pingyao.
You must see See Pingyao Again in Pingyao. It is an immersive experience. It is said online that there are two versions, one in chronological order and one in reverse order. I watched the reverse order version (see the picture for reference on where to stand). The performance lasts for one and a half hours.
The attractions in Pingyao Ancient City are very small. I bought a through ticket to see the main attractions. You need a through ticket to go to the city wall (I still prefer Datong Ancient City). Pingyao Ancient City is crowded and small. Three brown sugar pancakes cost six yuan, and the kaolao is eaten with sauce and costs 26 yuan. They both taste good.
It takes more than 20 minutes to get from the ancient city (East Gate) to Pingyao Ancient City Station. I suggest walking fast like me. I booked See Pingyao Again at 4:00 because I was going back to Taiyuan that night.

Post by Sophia~Ward66 | Oct 24, 2024