Travel Guide to the Ancient City of Yuci, Shanxi

Shanxi Yuci Travel Guide Yuci is located in Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province. Known as the 'Southern Gate of Taiyuan' and the 'Gateway to the Provincial Capital', Yuci is an important hub of transportation in Shanxi Province. Yuci has rich tourism resources, a long history, and abundant natural and cultural resources, with numerous cultural relics. Best seasons to visit: Spring, Winter. Most beautiful spots: Yuci Old City, Hougou Ancient Village, Taigu Kong Xiangxi Mansion. Transportation You can take bus 901 directly to the terminal station of Yuci Old City from Taiyuan Railway Station, or take a taxi from Taiyuan Wusu Airport for 15 minutes to get there. Attraction Tickets Taigu Kong Xiangxi Mansion: 40 yuan, Yuci Old City: 60 yuan. Must-visit Attractions 1 Yuci Old City: Yuci Old City has a long history, profound cultural heritage, and unique tourism resources. It integrates ancient residences, ancient city walls, ancient county yamen, ancient temples, ancient streets, ancient shops and other cultural landscapes, as well as mountains, water and other natural scenery. 2 Hougou Ancient Village: The village architecture is close to Shaanbei cave dwellings, built along the river bank according to the mountain situation, retaining brick kiln courtyards, independent cave dwellings, etc. A large number of ancient buildings and exquisite brick carvings, wood carvings, stone carvings present the original and relatively complete ancient village architectural style. 3 Wujin Mountain Forest Park: The national forest park Wujin Mountain Scenic Area, with towering peaks, lush vegetation, gurgling springs, and numerous rare birds and animals. There is a Crystal Court on its main peak, with a Dragon Pool, which does not freeze in winter and does not dry up in summer. 4 Taigu Kong Xiangxi Mansion: It is the largest and best-preserved mansion in Taigu City with the architectural style of the middle Qing Dynasty. Specialty Food The delicacies of Yuci include: the famous Chinese snack 'Fish and Sheep Bao', the nutritious snack Desheng Garden 'Brain', and Jinzhong Sand Cake, etc.