Xi'an Surrounding Tour｜Lantian • Shuilu Temple, the same filming location as Black Myth: Wukong in Xi'an

👍 Most Recommended: I believe everyone has recently been overwhelmed by that 'monkey'! Come to Lantian Shuilu Temple to see the world's first colored continuous wall sculptures with your own eyes. You will be repeatedly shocked by the extremely intricate Chinese aesthetics of these sculptures of gods and Buddhas created by our ancestors! A visual feast that is well worth the trip! ❤️ Recommended Reason: Shuilu Temple is famous for its well-preserved Ming Dynasty wall sculptures and is known as 'China's second Dunhuang'. It is one of the four major ancient colored hanging sculptures in China, along with Shuanglin Temple in Pingyao, Xiaoxitian in Xixian, and Guanyin Hall in Changzhi. Shuilu Temple was originally the Shuilu Hall of Wuzhen Temple during the Tang Dynasty, later destroyed by war, and rebuilt as a family temple by Zhu Huaizong, a prince of the Qin dynasty, during the Ming Dynasty. 🌈 Scenic Features: The Shuilu Hall is the essence of the entire temple. The colored clay wall sculptures of Shuilu Temple are all inside the main hall, divided into four parts: the south and north gable walls, the two walls of the central compartment, and the eaves wall. The wall sculpture group integrates painting, round sculpture, relief, and carving techniques, with over 3,700 statues of people and natural objects embedded on the walls, beams, and columns. It is known as the 'treasure of wall sculptures'. Unlike the splendid beauty of Xiaoxitian, Shuilu Temple's simplicity gives a sense of historical vicissitudes and aesthetic beauty. These clay sculptures are lifelike, each vividly portrayed, presenting a magnificent visual feast in a small space. They are not isolated but collectively narrate stories like a series of comic strips. Once you understand them, it feels like stepping into a fantastical world of gods. Witnessing it in person, you will be deeply impressed by the ingenious designs of ancient craftsmen! The reputation of 'the world's first colored continuous wall sculptures' and 'China's second Dunhuang' is well-deserved! 🕐️ Opening Hours: 09:00～17:00, last entry at 16:30. ⏳ Tour Duration: About 2 hours. 🎫 Tickets: Free admission, no reservation required. 🚗 Transportation Guide: Located in Hewankou Village, Puhua Town, Lantian County, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. It takes about an hour and a half to drive from Xi'an Xianyang. There are parking spaces by the roadside, 5 yuan per car, no time limit. 🍜 Food Guide: You can taste local snacks at the entrance of the scenic area, such as Shenxian noodles, Lantian noodles, and potato cakes. 🏨 Accommodation Guide: There are good hotels and homestays around Lantian and the scenic spots. Especially the homestays near the Qinling Valley have a great environment 👍, making them a good place for cooling off, leisure, and entertainment! You can search for nearby homestays and hotels on Ctrip and choose according to your preferences! 💗 Other Tips: 1. It is best to hire a guide to tour Shuilu Temple to gain a deep understanding of the related knowledge. The guide service costs 100 yuan per session for a group of 20 people, or you can scan the code for self-service at 10 yuan per session. 2. About photography! Shuilu Temple has opened for non-flash photography. Mobile phones and cameras are allowed, but remember not to use flash! 3. There are many places to visit nearby, such as Wangshun Mountain Scenic Area, Yushan Blue River Scenic Area, Wuzhen Temple, Lantian Ape Man Site, Cai Wenji Memorial Hall, Bailuyuan Film and Television Area, Lantian Jade Culture Museum, etc. These are all good choices. There are also the seventy-two valleys of Qinling, such as Saiyu, Qingyu, Daiyu, Xiaoyangyu, Dayangyu... The beautiful mountains and rivers are perfect for cooling off, taking kids out, and camping!