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Datong | Fall in an Ancient City

| Fall in an Ancient City. Datong | Fall in an Ancient City✨ 📍Datong is a city with a long history and stunning scenery. It is a place where the ancient and modern meet, and where the weight of history is accompanied by the beauty of nature. Ancient City Tour 🏯Huayan Temple: In fall, the red walls and golden leaves of this ancient temple create a tranquil atmosphere. The temple is a historical and artistic treasure with its Liao and Jin dynasty architecture, majestic halls, solemn statues, and Buddhist chants. 🕌Shanhua Temple: The ancient trees and leaves of this temple create a poetic atmosphere in fall. The temple is a masterpiece of Liao and Jin dynasty architecture with its unique style, exquisite sculptures, murals, and craftsmanship. 🐉Nine-Dragon Screen: The nine dragons on this screen seem to come alive in the fall sunlight. The screen is a symbol of Datong and a masterpiece of imperial art. 🏰Datong City Wall: The city wall is surrounded by fall trees and is a magnificent sight. Climb the wall to see the ancient city and its history. At night, the wall is lit up and looks like a fairyland. Travel Tips 🚌Transportation: The city has convenient public transportation, taxis, and bikes. You can also rent a car or join a tour for nearby attractions. 🏨Accommodation: The ancient city has many lively homestays, while the suburbs have quiet resorts. 🧥Weather: Fall is cool with large temperature differences, so bring warm clothes. 🎫Tickets: Tickets are affordable and can be purchased online or on-site. Datong Cuisine 🍜Datong Sliced Noodles: These noodles are thin, chewy, and delicious with spicy and fragrant toppings. 🥘Lamb Offal: This dish is made with lamb offal in a rich broth with noodles and beans. 🍝Cold Noodles: These noodles are smooth and refreshing with sour and spicy seasonings. 🐇Rabbit Head: This dish is made with spicy rabbit head that is tender and flavorful. Datong is a charming city with ancient temples, city walls, and delicious food. Its fall scenery is breathtaking, and its history and nature are intertwined. If you are looking for a trip that combines the ancient and modern, Datong is the perfect choice. Come and start your dream journey!💖
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Posted: Dec 11, 2024
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