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City Wall Walking Guide! Ride a bike on the Datong Ancient City Wall and witness 600 years of history

Datong Ancient City Wall is forever awesome! Ride for 40 minutes through the Ming and Qing dynasty styles, every snapshot is a historical masterpiece! Trust me, this is definitely the most underrated city wall in Shanxi! 📍Address: Yongtai Gate Square, Xingguo Temple Street, Pingcheng District, Datong City 🚲 Transportation Tips: The most convenient entrance is the South Gate of the ancient city, Yongtai Gate, with bike rentals right at the entrance 1️⃣ Yongtai Gate → Wuding Gate This section is amazing! Modern skyscrapers on the left, ancient-style buildings on the right, a magical blend of old and new! Remember to take a panoramic photo at the corner of the arrow tower 2️⃣ Wuding Gate → Heyang Gate The widest part of the city wall! You can see the complete structure of the barbican, the evening light and shadows are stunning 3️⃣ Heyang Gate → Qingyuan Gate The best angle to overlook Huayan Temple! Recommended to stop and savor the view 🔥 Popular Check-in Spots ✔ Yongtai Gate: The city tower has three floors you can climb to the top, the golden light shining through the gate at sunset is breathtaking ✔ Corner Tower Ruins: The only place preserving the original rammed earth layer, touch real history 🌞 Sun Protection Warning The city wall is completely exposed! Recommendations: • Visit before 8 AM or after 4 PM • Bring sunglasses + hat + arm sleeves • The bike rental point sells old-fashioned popsicles (2 yuan, a perfect heat relief)
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Posted: Oct 20, 2025
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