Pingshun Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Shanxi Surrounding Tours | A Good Choice for a One-Day Tour to Changzhi Tongtianxia

A Good Choice for a One-Day Tour to Changzhi Tongtianxia. A Good Choice for a One-Day Tour to Changzhi Tongtianxia 🗺Scenic Spot Features: It has four major characteristic areas: 'Grand Canyon, Immortal Peaks, Rainbow Waterfall, and Rainbow Ladder Ancient Pass', and there are many small attractions as well. Additionally, in the Monkey Valley, there are 🐒 to interact with. The whole scenery is beautiful, with the grand canyon, big waterfalls, and high mountains with flowing water~~ known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou' 🎟Ticket Package for the Elderly and Children: 170 yuan❗️ (Includes admission ticket + round-trip cable car/boat trip + one-way electric cart) 🍱Dining and Snacks: There are restaurants in the scenic area, and snacks and specialties sold on the roadside are not expensive. Just bring your own water and some snacks to replenish your energy 🏠The surrounding area is a village, with homestays and restaurants set up by the villagers themselves, which can be viewed and booked online in advance. 📌Tips: It is recommended to climb to the mid-mountain ➡️ take a boat trip around the lake ➡️ take the cable car to the mountain top, (there's not much on the mountain top, just a terrace to enjoy the view) ➡️ then take the car down the mountain. ⛰The glass walkway ticket is sold separately for 20 yuan, not recommended to buy, you can also get there by walking the stone steps directly, which is a bit steep, but you can enjoy the view of the mountain road and the landform❗️ 🚙Electric cart single ticket is 20 yuan, recommended to buy, as you might be too tired to walk back❗️ 🛩There is helicopter sightseeing on the mountain top, but the duration is short and the price is not low, consider it based on your situation.

Checking in at Tongtian Gorge

Whether it's the snow wrapped among the mountains, or the ice sealed on the lake, the winter of Tongtian Gorge attracts tourists with its unique purity and beauty. The natural scenery here is not limited to icicles, but also includes those frozen on the branches, presenting the breath of winter in a wonderfully exquisite way. Despite the absence of snowflakes flying all over the sky, the winter of Tongtian Gorge still has its own unique and lasting beauty. With the change of seasons, the color of the mountains changes from verdant to vigorous, and the mountain becomes more majestic and atmospheric. Especially in winter, the mountain springs freeze into ice, and then are hit by new water flows, forming various shapes of icicles. These huge icicles hanging at the top of the cliff, like white waterfalls falling from the sky, give a strong visual shock.

Tongtian Gorge in Changzhi, Shanxi, a glacial secret under the Taihang Mountains!

Stunning gorge scenery, a masterpiece of nature, Tongtian Gorge brings you a visual feast! Come here to witness the magical charm of nature! Share these copywriting in your circle of friends, coupled with a few beautiful photos of Tongtian Gorge, it will definitely attract a lot of friends' attention, making them want to come and experience the beautiful scenery and mysterious atmosphere here.

If you have nowhere to go for the New Year this winter, come to Tongtianxia in Changzhi, Shanxi

Shanxi Tongtianxia is located in Hongtiguan Township, Pingshun County, Changzhi City. The scenic area mainly has two parts, one is to take a boat to tour a section of the canyon, continue walking in, and finally return the same way; the second is to climb to the top of the mountain, you can walk or take a cable car. Here is a guide to Shanxi Tongtianxia: - Day 1: - 18:00: Gather at the designated time and place in Qingdao and set off, all the way to the Tongtianxia Scenic Area in Pingshun, Shanxi Province (about 9 hours by car, night car). - 02:00-05:00 in the morning: Rest in the service area. - Day 2: - 08:00-09:00: Arrive at the scenic spot, and then visit the Shanxi Tongtianxia Tourist Scenic Area. - The Tongtianxia Scenic Area is beautiful and magnificent. The beauty lies in the water, high mountains and flat lakes, deep pools and waterfalls, and gurgling streams, known as the "Northern Jiuzhaigou"; the beauty lies in the forest, full of greenery, mountains and greenery, and various weather; the magnificence lies in the mountains, majestic, strange, dangerous, and steep. It is indeed a feeling of "Three mountains and five mountains gather in Taihang, and you don't look at the mountains when you return from Tongtianxia". - High Mountain Flat Lake - Tongtian Lake: Shanxi Pingshun Hongtiguan Tongtianxia has more charm and beauty because of the water. - The first screen of China - Shiping Mountain: The screen mountain is more than 170 meters high and more than 200 meters long. The mountain body is smooth and straight like a knife and axe, like a natural screen, hiding the entire valley scenery behind it. - The first village of Taihang - Mihou Village: There is a small island hidden in the green trees in Tongtian Lake. The island is not big, because there are hundreds of macaques living here, it is named Mihou Village. - Northern Jiuzhaigou - Water Play Square: The terrain of the Water Play Square is relatively wide and flat. The water flow here changes a lot. Just now the stream is gurgling, and the mountain stone becomes a rapid waterfall. Step up the steps and it is another scene. The water surface is wide and the water flow is clear. The quiet lake water can be very clear

Jin Deng Temple in the Taihang Mountains

Departing from Yizhuo Hotel in Pingshun County in the early morning, head to Jin Deng Temple via Yuxiaguan Village for a tour of the temple and to admire the majestic Taihang Mountains. The Jin Deng Temple grottoes were first carved during the Northern Zhou Dynasty, over a thousand years ago, and are located on a cliff face hundreds of feet high. With an altitude of over 1550 meters, it is surrounded by mountains on all sides and shrouded in clouds and mist throughout the year. Since ancient times, it has been known as 'the wonder of Zhongzhou, the spectacle of Shanxi and Henan, a fairyland and treasured place.' The scenery here is unique, with steep and imposing mountain ridges. It is an excellent spot to view the precipitous cliffs of the Taihang Grand Canyon. Jin Deng Temple

The secret realm of Taihang Mountain, the stone caves of Jindeng Temple

Stepping out of the Water and Land Hall, pay attention to the cliff carvings and small stone caves densely distributed like beehives on the cliffs outside the hall. They are carved with Maitreya Buddha, one Buddha and two Bodhisattvas, Guanyin who sends children, Kalan, Arhats, etc. The thousands of Buddhas have different expressions and are lifelike. Cliff carvings refer to carving a shallow niche on the cliff, and carving a Buddha statue in the heart of the niche at the same time, mainly in relief, also known as opening niche carvings. Stone cave carvings are to carve caves on the cliffs, and then carve or mold Buddha statues in the caves. In the other halls of Jindeng Temple, there are many Taoist statues such as Mount Tai God, Guan Gong, etc., either carved in wood or molded in clay. Taoism is different from Buddhism. It is a religion indigenous to China. Influenced by the worship of ghosts and gods in ancient times, Taoism has become a polytheistic religion. The other world of Taoism is therefore rich and colorful, and it is very lively. It is said that the sixth cave was once the scripture hall, and there was a 6-meter-high bronze Buddha in the hall, which contained several volumes of scriptures. Unfortunately, it is now unknown. There are thousands of Buddhas carved on the cliff with equal specifications. Jindeng Temple Stone Caves Self-driving is required Ticket: 20 yuan Address: Jindeng Village, Pingshun County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province

At the top of Taihang Mountain, next to the Golden Lamp Temple, is the South Heavenly Gate

The South Heavenly Gate next to the Golden Lamp Temple on Honggushan Mountain is located at the top of Taihang Mountain, at the border of Pingshun, Shanxi and Linzhou, Henan. Go up the stairs on the left hand side 50 meters in front of the Golden Lamp Temple stone archway, and you will reach the South Heavenly Gate. The natural scenery of Honggushan Mountain is very beautiful, with mountains and rivers, towering peaks, and green grass like a cover. In the middle is a deep valley, with a stream flowing all year round. There are three waterfalls at the bottom of the valley, and the mountain and water fall down like a long silk. In spring, the mountain is full of yellow flowers, overflowing with golden color; in autumn, the frost hits the maple leaves, which are all red. The history of Honggushan Mountain is long, with brilliant ancient relics. The Honggu Temple was built by Emperor Wenxuan of Northern Qi, and many monks have come to visit. The Golden Lamp Temple Grottoes of the Northern Qi Dynasty are built on a cliff of ten thousand feet, surrounded by white clouds, mysterious and unpredictable. Free Drive yourself to the South Heavenly Gate, which is up the stairs on the left hand side 50 meters in front of the Golden Lamp Temple stone archway.

Pathfinder Episode 15: Jindeng Temple on the cliff in the mountains of Changzhi

150 kilometers, self-driving for 3 and a half hours, from the Xiangtangshan Grottoes in Handan to the Jindeng Temple on the cliff in the deep mountains of Changzhi. The mountain road is winding, passing through villages and stockades. It was also excavated during the Northern Qi Dynasty, 1600 years ago... In places like Shanxi and Shaanxi, it seems that anything casually taken out is at least nearly a thousand years old. There is a unique grotto here~ At least I haven't seen it elsewhere: The corridor around the central Buddha statue is a pool! A stone walkway has been set up against the wall on the outside... The water is gathered into a pond by the mountain spring flowing from the top of the grotto, and there are even goldfish in the water, those goldfish all look leisurely and have a Buddhist nature.

The ancient architectural treasures of the Zhuo Zhang River Valley: Changzhi Longmen Temple and Dayun Temple

Originating from the Taihang Mountains, the Zhuo Zhang River Valley conceals numerous pristine ancient architectural treasures. The first stop on the 'land of cultural relics in Shanxi' tour to visit ancient sites brings us to this somewhat magical temple, the Longmen Temple located in Pingshun County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province. Although small in scale, Longmen Temple has a complete layout, combining the Western Side Hall (Five Dynasties), the Mahavira Hall (Song), the Heavenly King Hall (Jin), the Lamp-Burning Buddha Hall (Yuan), the Eastern Side Hall (Ming), and the East-West Axis Buildings (Qing) from six dynasties into one temple, earning it the reputation of 'China's Ancient Architecture Museum'. (Fourth batch of national key cultural relics protection units, ticket price: 20 yuan) Founded in the third year of Tianfu during the Later Jin of the Five Dynasties (938 AD), Dayun Temple is a 33-kilometer drive from Longmen Temple. Its main attraction is the thousand-year-old Amitabha Hall, one of the only five remaining Five Dynasties wooden structures in the country. The 21 square meters of murals inside the hall are the only surviving temple murals from the Five Dynasties period in China, making them extremely precious. When the caretaker of Dayun Temple opened the doors of the Amitabha Hall, the complex wooden structure and the Five Dynasties murals absolutely, absolutely, absolutely dazzled me, leaving me in awe of the exquisite craftsmanship of the ancient artisans!!! (Third batch of national key cultural relics protection units, ticket price: 20 yuan)

Ancient village on the cliff

Tour Shanxi | The ancient village by the cliff waterfall, a hidden paradise discovered A niche attraction discovered! A hidden paradise nestled deep in the mountains of Changzhi! Surrounded by green mountains, shrouded in mist, the ancient village of Hongni Village is built on the cliffs! It's still a FREE attraction! Hurry up and go Walking into the ancient village, you are surrounded by green waters and mountains, every step is as poetic and picturesque as the last. The village is built right on the edge of a cliff, with a waterfall cascading down from the cliff next to it, which is particularly spectacular! The air is fresh, making it a perfect summer retreat for cooling off and breathing in oxygen! The local customs in the ancient village are still very simple, and you can see the leisurely villagers. In the ancient village, you can also experience many intangible cultural heritage projects, which are very suitable for family travel There is also the popular outdoor camping! Rows of tents light up with small lights at night, which looks very nice. You can enjoy a self-service barbecue, a trunk market, and a bonfire. It's about a three-hour drive from Taiyuan Hi, if you need accommodation at night, you can choose a homestay or a container hotel

Yuejiazhai, hidden in the depths of Taihangtian Road, is located on the mountain fault platform. It is surrounded by mountains and is surrounded by mountains and mountains. It is arranged in the north-south direction. It is adjacent to the cliffs in the east and has the reputation of Taihang Sky Village. The village is very small. There are only 38 households in the village. In recent years, there have been many tourists coming here. The stockade has also been a bit commercialized. The stone house in the village is very chic. In the morning, the villagers will see the road sweep clean. In the morning, turn around the ridge and take a step by step.