Things to do in Pingliang

It's been a long time since I've hiked. Taking a car to the summit and then hiking down was a beautiful experience. However, if you have mobility issues, you should choose this route carefully. The ancient architectural complex of Kongtong Mountain is located halfway up the mountain, and it does require a walk to get there, but the blend of natural scenery and ancient architecture is so captivating that it would be a shame to miss it. Take breaks along the way and don't miss the passing views. The fusion of culture and nature is truly wonderful.

Dayun Temple in Jingzhou was built on the original site of Daxingguo Temple in the Sui Dynasty. The stone casket, relic bottle and relics under the original pagoda base were taken out, and the most skilled craftsmen in China at that time who were good at making miniature gold and silver wares were invited to select the most precious pearls, jade and gems of the time. The highest wisdom of an era was condensed, and gold and silver were carved to make gilded bronze boxes and gold and silver coffins. 14 Buddha bone relics were placed in glazed bottles and matched with stone caskets. They were reburied in the underground palace in 694 AD, and a pagoda was built to enshrine them. This was 180 years earlier than the underground palace of Famen Temple in Fufeng, Shaanxi.

As the most famous scenic spot in Zhuanglang County, the overall impression is good, with typical Danxia landforms, and the playability is equivalent to the Xianren Cliff Scenic Area in Tianshui, and the area is larger, with grottoes, temples, reservoirs, and pleasant scenery. It may take more than 6 hours to visit all of them. There are many guide maps in the scenic area, and basically every small scenic spot has one, which is better than many scenic spots. The only small drawback is that there is only a simple toilet from the entrance of the scenic area to the reservoir dam, which is far away and very inconvenient.

China has many grottoes worth visiting, and today I'd like to recommend the South Grotto Temple in Pingliang. It's not as famous as the North Grotto Temple, but I prefer its tranquility. There aren't many tourists; I could enjoy it all to myself. Although it has suffered some significant weathering, it doesn't detract from its grandeur.

Longquan Temple is a large-scale temple, covering an area of ​​more than 16,000 square meters and a building area of ​​more than 4,000 square meters. The overall layout of the building is three courtyards. The first courtyard is from the mountain gate under the Kuixing Tower. After entering the temple, there is a welcoming pine tree to welcome and see off the people coming and going. The buildings in the first courtyard include the City God Temple, the God of Vehicles Temple, the God of Roads Temple, the Tai Sui Temple, the God of Fire Temple, the Dharma Protector Hall, the Grand Theater, the Dragon Sculpture, and the Release Pond.

This ancient town is a commercial ancient town at the foot of Kongtong Mountain. There is a small town here, but now it is much larger due to commercial reasons. You can still buy some water here before going up.

Zhuanglang Rice Terraces are large-scale rice terraces. They are free and spectacular to watch from the mountain. There is a viewing pavilion on the roadside at the top of the mountain. The pavilion is a bit short, so it would be better to build a high viewing platform for viewing. It is even more beautiful when the flowers bloom.

This one is very unique, very unique, it’s better, much better.

The Terracotta Army is one of the Eight Wonders of the World and is definitely worth seeing! However, the optional VR tour recommended by the tour guide was rather mediocre overall. Those interested can check it out.

Check in at Pagoda Mountain, a soul-touching red journey I went to Yan'an for a visit some time ago, and Pagoda Mountain left a very deep impression on me. Before entering the scenic area, I could see the iconic pagoda from afar. It stood quietly on the top of the mountain. Against the backdrop of the blue sky, it looked solemn and solemn, and instantly pulled me back to that magnificent revolutionary period. Walking into the scenic area, the air was particularly fresh, the mountain was shaded by green trees, and the birds were singing melodiously, which was completely different from the hustle and bustle of the city. Climbing up Pagoda Mountain, the whole city of Yan'an can be seen at a glance, and the water of the Yan River flows slowly, witnessing the historical changes of this city. There are 260-meter-long cliff stone carvings and stele forests on the mountain. The stone carvings are neat on the shore, and the "Jialing Mountain" inscribed by Fan Zhongyan is vigorous and powerful, which is amazing. The iron bell cast in the Ming Dynasty next to the pagoda seems to still tell the story of timekeeping and alarm in the past. Standing under the pagoda, touching the ancient bricks and stones, I couldn't help but imagine the scene where the revolutionary ancestors struggled here, and my heart was full of shock and emotion. However, the traffic around the scenic area is congested during the peak tourist season, and parking is not very convenient. It is recommended that you take public transportation. There are relatively few dining options in the scenic area, and the taste is relatively ordinary. If some special foods can be added, I believe that the experience of tourists will be better. In general, Pagoda Mountain is a tourist destination that combines history, culture and natural scenery. It not only allows me to appreciate the unique charm of Yan'an, but also gives me a deeper understanding of the revolutionary history. If you are also interested in red culture, don't miss Pagoda Mountain!