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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Togtoh County [2025]
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Yungang Grottoes
4.8
/5
31564 reviews
8.9
From £10.59
Based on 996 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603527992666
Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll through the grottoes and explore Forty Caves
59,000+ stone sculptures inside caves
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Yungang Grottoes are not far from Datong, so the route is quite convenient! Currently, it's the off-season, so some grottoes are under renovation. If you don't have a particular passion for any one grotto, I actually think visiting during the off-season is more pleasant, as there are far fewer tourists, parking is easier, and the overall experience is more comfortable! As one of the four major grottoes in China, it is indeed a very impressive attraction, highly recommended!
It's breathtaking! A true recreation of the imperial grandeur of yesteryear. Winter is a great time to visit as it's not crowded. Please dress warmly! A visit will take about 3 hours! A glimpse into a thousand years, a vision of universal harmony!
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Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
4.8
/5
16359 reviews
8.4
From £5.09
Based on 182 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603495088889
Address: Northwest corner of Yingxian city, Shuozhou city
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
11-foot Buddha statue inside
Panoramic views of nature & history
Saved by 150 users15090 positive reviews
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Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, one of the three great pagodas of the world alongside the Eiffel Tower and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, boasts a history of over 1500 years. However, its geographical location makes it relatively less visited by tourists. Frankly, when I arrived at Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, I didn't think it was particularly worthwhile because it was slowly tilting, so it wasn't open to the public. It wasn't until I visited the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda exhibition hall at the Shanxi Museum that I realized how absolutely stunning it would be if we could go inside! Therefore, I highly recommend that anyone planning a trip to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda also visit the exhibition hall at the Shanxi Museum. Combining the two visits will give you a more complete understanding of the pagoda!
The Wooden Pagoda is easily accessible by direct bus from downtown Datong. It's a traditional wooden structure built with mortise and tenon joints without nails. Despite its tilted shape, it has stood for a thousand years. The five-story, six-eaved structure, along with its colorful sculptures and murals, tells ancient stories and is truly breathtaking. Although only one floor is currently open to the public, it still evokes a powerful sense of awe and wonder at China's ancient culture.
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Xuankong Temple
4.7
/5
10018 reviews
8.4
From £3.07
Based on 793 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603528333081
Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the southeastern suburb of Wuyuan County, Datong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Admire Exquisite Wood Carved Murals Along the Plank Road
Cliffside's breathtaking architecture
Saved by 784 users7546 positive reviews
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Reliable platform to book. Everything goes as planned. Highly recommended.
The Hanging Temple, a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, is located on the cliff of Cuiping Peak on the west side of Jinlong Gorge in Hengshan Mountain, Hunyuan County, Shanxi Province. It is known by the local saying, "The Hanging Temple, halfway to heaven, suspended by three horse tails." Built 1400 years ago in the late Northern Wei Dynasty, it is a unique temple in China that integrates Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism, and is the oldest existing wooden structure complex built on a cliff in the world. Originally called "Xuankong Pavilion," it was later renamed "Hanging Temple" because the entire temple appears to hang on the cliff; in Chinese, "hanging" and "mysterious" are homophones.
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Dazhao Temple
4.7
/5
8002 reviews
8.3
From £3.71
Based on 139 reviews
Dazhao Temple / Saishang old street | 69.7 km from downtown
Phone +8604716303154
Address: Dazhao Street, Yuquan District, Hohhot City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
10-yard golden dragon & mural
Grand blessing ceremony on Lantern Festival
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Red walls and golden roofs, prayer flags fluttering,
every step echoes with the sounds of history; the gentle ringing of copper bells, the rising smoke of incense,
the camera captures the flow of faith in light and shadow.
Sunlight filters through carved window lattices, casting its glow on the mottled walls; the air is filled with the distinctive aroma of butter lamps and Tibetan incense, and the deep, resonant chanting of sutras fills the air.
This is Dazhao Wuliang Temple, the oldest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Hohhot.
Dazhao Temple, located in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is a symbol of Mongolian culture and boasts stunning scenery. The night view is especially beautiful, with folk performances every evening and a distinctive pedestrian street. It's truly beautiful.
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Whistling Dune Bay
4.3
/5
4808 reviews
8.2
From £12.71
Based on 81 reviews
Xiangshawan | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864008785550
Address: Dalad, Ordos, Inner Mongolia, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Breathtaking desert views & panorama
Camel rides in the desert
Saved by 340 users3092 positive reviews
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This is my second time here, this time with my three-year-old. Since we've never seen such a large beach before, we had a lot of fun.
However, for adults, the other activities are all paid, so the value for money isn't quite right.
Today, Ordos is increasingly green, and it's rare to find such a small patch of desert left for tourists to experience. There are plenty of recreational activities, and the service is generally good. My summer trip was long ago, but the dark clouds and lightning over the desert during the thunderstorms remain vividly in my memory.
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Huayan Monastery
4.8
/5
10688 reviews
8.1
From £4.24
Based on 147 reviews
Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603522042025
Address: No. 459 Xia Sipo Street, Datong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Saved by 175 users8813 positive reviews
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Before visiting Huayan Temple, I hadn't done any research and didn't know its history or appearance, so I had low expectations. The day I went, although it was raining, it was indescribably beautiful. The murals inside the temple were even more breathtaking. It's definitely worth a trip to Datong just for Huayan Temple.
The Liao and Jin dynasty architecture is magnificent and grand, with murals and statues that are a feast for the eyes. We marvel at the advanced wisdom and aesthetic sense of our ancestors, and are grateful to Mayor Geng for preserving and restoring this magnificent landscape.
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Yanmenguan
4.7
/5
5993 reviews
8.0
From £5.83
Based on 5 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603506100519
Address: Daixian, Xinzhou, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Yang Family's legendary statue
Walk ancient Great Wall path
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Police officers and seniors over 60 get in for free; we only bought children's tickets. After buying the tickets, we just needed to swipe our ID cards to enter, which was very convenient. It got cold, too windy, and too cold, so we didn't go far and went back.
Yanmen Pass is definitely worth a visit. I visited the Badaling Great Wall many years ago, and the experience was different. The day I went, the fog was quite thick, so visibility was limited. Also, I arrived rather late, so I didn't explore too far, but the early winter scenery was still beautiful. The difficulty of the climb further highlights the hardships endured by the ancient soldiers, and it makes one marvel at the wisdom of the ancients in building this magnificent pass.
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Wutai Mountain
4.6
/5
8264 reviews
8.0
From £4.98
Based on 440 reviews
Wuye Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8618634384269
Address: 205 Provincial Rd, Wutai Xian, Xinzhou Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China, 035515
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 days
Highlights:
Pilgrimage to five unique peaks
Panoramic view of Mount Wutai
Saved by 134 users5484 positive reviews
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The scenery is nice and the bus is very convenient, good reviews! But the consumption level in the scenic area is a bit high, especially in some farmhouse restaurants, where two people can eat more than 100 yuan, while other places in the mountains only cost dozens of yuan.
The tour is very nice and I visited many temple which is very peaceful. The guide is also polite and helpful.
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Shanxi Museum
4.8
/5
2939 reviews
7.7
Based on 98 reviews
Shanxi Museum/Taiyuan New Town Wuyue Plaza | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603518789555
Address: No. 13, North Section of Binhe West Road, Wanbailin District, Taiyuan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Ancient culture & iconic architecture
Ancient artifacts & unique appearance
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The Shanxi Museum is a concentrated essence of Shanxi Province, a province rich in cultural relics. From bronze artifacts to theatrical treasures, every step is a historical highlight.
Shanxi Museum Visitor Guide
The Shanxi Museum is a concentrated essence of Shanxi Province, a province rich in cultural relics. From bronze artifacts to theatrical treasures, every step is a historical highlight. Below is a detailed visitor guide to help you better plan your trip:
I. Basic Information
Address: No. 13, North Section of Binhe West Road, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 09:00-17:00 (Last entry at 16:00)
Saturday and Sunday: 09:00-18:00 (Extended opening hours on summer weekends)
Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)
Ticket Information: Free admission, advance reservation required
II. Reservation Method
Reservation Platform: Individuals and groups can make reservations up to 3 days in advance (including the day of visit) through the "Visit Services" menu on the official WeChat account of "Shanxi Museum". Visits are free of charge on Saturdays and Sundays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Reservation Restrictions: Each reservation can accommodate a maximum of 3 people, and each ID card is limited to one reservation per day. Please keep your reservation voucher safe.
III. Recommended Tour Route
The Shanxi Museum has four floors, with its permanent exhibition themed "The Soul of Jin," divided into 14 exhibition halls. The following is a recommended route for your reference:
Second Floor: Cradle of Civilization, Traces of the Xia and Shang Dynasties, The Hegemony of the Jin State. Here you can admire Neolithic painted pottery and jade artifacts, experiencing the wisdom of Shanxi's earliest inhabitants. The museum's treasures, such as the Bird-shaped Zun and the Jin Gong Pan, are also on display here.
The Shanxi Museum is a concentrated essence of Shanxi's rich cultural heritage, from bronze artifacts to theatrical treasures—every step is a historical revelation. Here is a detailed visitor guide to help you better plan your trip:
I. Basic Information
Address: No. 13, North Section of Binhe West Road, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 09:00-17:00 (Last entry at 16:00)
Saturday and Sunday: 09:00-18:00 (Extended opening hours on summer weekends)
Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)
Ticket Information: Free admission, advance reservation required
Reservation Method
Reservation Platform: Individuals and groups can make reservations up to 3 days in advance (including the day of the visit) through the "Visit Services" menu on the official WeChat account of "Shanxi Museum".
Reservation Restrictions: Each reservation can only accommodate a maximum of 3 people, and each ID card can only be used for one reservation per day. Please keep your reservation voucher safe.
Recommended Visit Route: The Shanxi Museum has 4 floors. The permanent exhibition, themed "The Soul of Jin," is divided into 14 exhibition halls. Here is a recommended itinerary for your reference:
Second Floor: Cradle of Civilization, Traces of the Xia and Shang Dynasties, Hegemony of the Jin State. Here you can admire Neolithic painted pottery and jade artifacts, experiencing the wisdom of Shanxi's earliest inhabitants. The Bird-shaped Zun and the Jin Gong Pan, among other national treasures, are also on display here.
Third Floor: Melting Pot of Ethnic Groups, Buddhist Legacy (Buddhist Statues), Hometown of Opera, Shanxi Merchants of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. This floor displays Northern Dynasties murals, Hu (non-Han) pottery figurines, showcasing the fusion of diverse cultures; there's also a model of an ancient opera stage and opera figurines from the Dong Ming Tomb, a delight for opera enthusiasts.
Fourth Floor: Magnificent Architecture (Ancient Buildings), Elite of Mountains and Rivers (Ancient Jade), Calligraphy and Painting (Ancient Paintings and Calligraphy), A World of Ancient Coins, and Artistic Treasures of Porcelain (Ancient Porcelain). This floor gathers exquisite ancient architecture, jade artifacts, calligraphy and paintings, coins, and porcelain—a must-see.
The Shanxi Museum houses over 500,000 artifacts, including bronzes, porcelain, stone carvings, Buddhist statues, murals, and calligraphy and paintings. The Jin Marquis Bird-shaped Zun is its most prized possession.
The Shanxi Museum is a paradise for family trips and is listed as one of China's 100 best family-friendly attractions by 2025.
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Wulanhada Volcano Geopark
4.1
/5
799 reviews
7.7
Ulan Hada Volcano Geopark | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8604744811717
Address: Chahar Right Wing Hou Banner, Wulanchabu City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Safe volcano summit & entry
Explore 20+ new volcano relics
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We arrived at the volcano on the afternoon of the first day of the National Day holiday. It wasn't crowded. No need to exchange tickets for self-drive vehicles; you can enter directly at the self-drive entrance. There are manual ticket checks and exchange. Each volcano has a parking lot, but the parking order is a bit chaotic. We drove a go-kart for 80 yuan per car (negotiable). It went around the volcano. There was a fireworks show at night, but it was too cold to watch.
My first visit to Ulahada Volcano was high, but upon entering the scenic area, I was somewhat disappointed. The volcano wasn't as majestic as I'd imagined. The most unpleasant experience was the traffic jams. During the National Day holiday, the area was packed with tourists, and the roads were one-way, resulting in frequent traffic jams. Self-driving tourists were constantly cutting in line, ignoring the one-way traffic rules. The management of the scenic area was also quite disorganized, truly no more than a AAA-rated scenic spot. To enhance its influence and service levels, much work needs to be done, such as improving scenic area management and implementing appropriate vehicle flow control measures. Furthermore, I personally feel that the sanitation management of the scenic area needs improvement, with a strong whiff of commercial development. I hope the scenic area management will address these issues and not wait until the tourists have stopped visiting before regretting it. By then, it's too late. Remember this!
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