Things to do in Linfen

Many people drive long distances to Xixian County to see Xiaoxitian (Little Western Paradise) and then sneak away. However, there are several other scenic spots worth visiting along the road from Linfen to Xixian County, one of which is Dongyue Temple. Located high in the mountains, it beautifully showcases Dongyue culture.

Some attractions will never regain their former tranquility. For example, there is a group of ancient buildings that used to be so quiet and not open to the public. Now that it is open, there are always all kinds of crowds. Some people say that the gate has been blocked off and that an entrance fee may be charged in the future.

The museum is located in a park. The parking lot is near the park, but there are many cars and few spaces. We parked quite far away. The museum's entrance, plaza, and staircase are all rather extravagant, requiring a long walk. After going up to the second floor and entering the main gate, exhibition halls 1 and 2 are on the first floor, so you have to go back downstairs. The exhibits are worth seeing, but the layout is inconvenient and should be improved.

Dayun Temple is no longer a temple and has no monks. It is a national cultural relic protection unit. Admission is free. There are paper-cutting and calligraphy and painting exhibitions in the side halls on both sides of the entrance. The most amazing things are the iron Buddha head and glazed pagoda from the Tang Dynasty, which are truly rare treasures.

Like other courtyards, Shijia Courtyard has become a tourist attraction brand in Shanxi. Its historical and cultural value has become increasingly stronger with the passage of time and has been recognized by the majority of tourists.

Tickets are issued quickly, but the stairs inside the cave are very narrow. The view of the Yellow River waterfall from the cave entrance is breathtaking, but you need to wear a raincoat because water is dripping everywhere.

Taking advantage of the good weather, I brought my family to the Hongtong Big Pagoda Tree. We visited to trace our roots and pay respects to our ancestors. We hired a guide to explain why we migrated there and learned about our surname culture. It was a worthwhile trip, and I highly recommend it!

Walking on the stone steps of the ancient ferry town, listening to the sound of the Yellow River, the lights seem to travel through time and space, making people feel like they have returned to the past. The ferry inn is a pleasant surprise. The impression of ordinary inns and homestays is always hard to describe. I chose the ferry inn because the online rating is quite high and the price is suitable. It costs more than 1,000 yuan to stay in a pit room in Pingyao for one night, and the cheapest one costs 700 or 800☺. So I booked a big pit room without hesitation. 😃😃😃. Very satisfied: the hygiene is the cleanest homestay I have ever stayed in, the pit is the most comfortable, and the room design and layout is the best👍👍👍. Of course, the feeling of tranquility, comfort, close to nature, and the fragrance of birds and flowers makes people indulge in it and unforgettable. In short, it was a very good trip!!!

The scenery is average. The attraction actually consists of two parts: the Mausoleum of Emperor Yao and the National Ancestral Hall. Both attractions have their own parking lots. The National Ancestral Hall is currently open to the 1st to 4th floors. The 1st floor has the origin of the surname, and the 4th floor is the statue of Emperor Yao. The Mausoleum of Emperor Yao has stone tablets and earth mounds. 1-2 hours is enough for the entire attraction (two parts). The scenery is average, mainly to feel the ancestors.

Jin State Ancient Capital Museum: Located in Jinbo Park, Fuxi Road, Houma City, Shanxi Province, it is a thematic museum that focuses on displaying the Xintian Culture of the Jin State. The museum is divided into two parts, with four exhibition halls, and exhibits nearly 500 cultural relics of various types.