Must-visit places in Shanxi Province in winter: Taiyuan, Datong, and Mount Wutai. Don’t miss out on the beautiful snow scenery.

Visit Shanxi in winter, from Taiyuan to Datong, and then to Mount Wutai. This 6-day itinerary will take you to experience the winter customs of Shanxi.
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🚩Tour route:
D1: Mount Wutai - Guanghua Temple - Dabai Pagoda
On the first day, we went deep into the Buddhist holy land of Mount Wutai, visited the ancient Guanghua Temple, and then admired the solemn Dabai Pagoda to feel the deep religious atmosphere.
D2: Shuxiang Temple - Wuye Temple - Hanging Temple - Yungang Grottoes
On the second day, we continued to visit Shuxiang Temple and Wuye Temple, then went to the spectacular Hanging Temple, and finally arrived at Yungang Grottoes to appreciate the thousand-year-old stone carving art.
D3: Yanmen Pass - Pingyao Ancient City
Travel through history, first go to Yanmen Pass to experience the majesty of the border, then stroll through Pingyao Ancient City to experience the ancient streets and folk customs.
D4: Yunqiu Mountain Scenic Area - Yunqiu Mountain Ice Caves
Go deep into the Yunqiu Mountain Natural Scenic Area, explore the mysterious Yunqiu Mountain Ice Caves, and enjoy an intimate contact with nature.
D5: Shanxi Yellow River Hukou Waterfall Tourist Area - Shanxi Wang Family Courtyard
Visit the spectacular Yellow River Hukou Waterfall, feel the power of the mother river, and then visit Wang Family Courtyard to appreciate the charm of Shanxi merchant culture.
D6: Taiyuan Airport ✈️ Shanghai Hongqiao
Ending the pleasant trip to Shanxi, departing from Taiyuan Airport, take flight HO1134, expected to take off at 21:20 and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao at 23:30, and go home to share the beautiful memories.
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Travel checklist: 🧳
👚 Clothing: Bring a thick coat, as Mount Wutai is still very cold in early spring. And comfortable sneakers, a must for hiking!
🎒 Personal belongings: Be sure to bring a thermos bottle. It is very comfortable to drink hot water on the road. Don’t forget your sunglasses, they protect you from the sun and make you look cool!
🎫 Documents: Your ID card is the most important thing. Also bring your student ID and senior citizen ID. You might be able to get a discount.
🔋 Charging equipment: power bank, data cable, keep your phone fully charged and feel safe.
💊Medical preparation: Bring some cold medicine and stomach medicine, just in case.
💰 Change: It’s always a good idea to have some change on hand as it makes small payments more convenient.
Okay, that’s all! Everything is ready, let’s go! 🚀
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Taiyuan-Datong-Wutai Mountain, the scenery along the way is endless, come and start your trip to Shanxi and feel the unique charm of this land!