2026 Yushe Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in July)

Boboli Yunzhu Lakeside Star Tent Hotel Yunzhu Lake Tourist Resort's environmental main body - Yunzhu Lake, the lake is wide, the edges are meandering, the large and small gully water surface extends on all sides, the shape is rich and varied, unique . The vast and varied lake surface provides a wide range of places for lakes and rafting waters, as well as space for fishing, leisure and various water sports. Loess mountainous land, the slope is gentle, sitting north facing south, facing the lake, surrounded by mountains and mountains, the terrain is different from north to south and has its own characteristics. Here you can stay at the Starry Tent Hotel. Experience the feeling of living in a zero distance, compared to the hotel in the city of Zhouzheng, staying here, living here, breathing the breath of the mountains, listening to the cicadas, and then dreaming with the stars, comfortable and cozy Without losing nature, more natural lovers are welcome to come and experience. Room type: Firefly tent room, Indian tent room Food: Come to the beer bar beer house, cool food light meal bar, coffee lake coffee book bar. In the evening, you can go to the beer house to barbecue and watch the show. If the weather is good, you can watch the stars while you are grilling. The breakfast is very good for eating. The dishes are less and the taste can be. In addition to the tent hotel; there are also Yunzhuyu Boutique Hotel and International Conference Hotel with high-end business services, as well as Haijinshan Holiday Hotel and Natural Hot Spring Hotel with excellent lake view. Go for a variety of special holiday experiences. (But the latter few seem to be still under construction) Entertainment: Outdoor Project: Watercraft Art Project: The scenic area also has a huge art system, and invites domestic and foreign artists to work in the village. Create a new artistic settlement, emphasizing the interactive functions of various art categories; attract art creation enthusiasts from different fields to create paintings, sculptures, dramas, architecture, films, literature and other exchanges. There are now French wrought iron artists who are working in the park. Address: Yunzhu Town, Yushe County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province Special Tips

Family! This time I randomly picked Delaiya Hotel, and it completely changed my perception of budget hotels! With a budget of just 100+, I stayed in such a comfortable place, the cost performance is off the charts. Whether you're a cleanliness fanatic or afraid of bad experiences, you can book with confidence~​ First, let me rave about the cleanliness! As someone a bit obsessed with cleanliness, my first reaction upon entering the room was to "inspect" everywhere: the bedding was perfectly smooth without a single wrinkle, feeling dry and sun-kissed to the touch, with no strange odors or hair at all. Lying down gave me an overwhelming sense of safety😭 The bedside table, desk, and other dust-prone corners were spotless when I wiped them by hand! The bathroom was even more surprising, with a very practical dry-wet separation design, the floor was dry and non-slip, the toilet and washbasin were polished to a shine, even the tile gaps were clean without any limescale or stains. Disposable items were neatly arranged, and the bath and hand towels had a faint disinfectant fragrance—detail lovers will really appreciate this~​ Now about the cozy feeling, it didn’t feel like staying in a hotel at all, more like staying at a friend’s place! The room’s color scheme was a gentle warm tone, the lighting was warm yellow, which wasn’t harsh at all at night, creating a great atmosphere~ There was even a small aroma diffuser on the bedside table, the subtle fragrance was so soothing, instantly relaxing me after a tiring day! What touched me the most was the service—the front desk lady was super friendly, check-in was very fast, and she proactively told me about nearby food streets and supermarkets. When I casually mentioned wanting a few more bottles of water, they were immediately brought to me. When I needed to borrow a charger, the response was quick and attentive throughout, with no hint of indifference. So thoughtful~​ Finally, I have to talk about the value for money! For just over 100, the facilities were amazing: the room was very spacious, I could open two suitcases without feeling cramped, and clothes could be quickly ironed flat; the bathroom had instant hot water with strong pressure, and the toiletries were great—shampoo foamed quickly and left my hair feeling fresh and not flat, so no need to bring your own; breakfast was included in the morning, with porridge, buns, eggs, and milk. The variety wasn’t luxurious but enough to satisfy, so it was super convenient to leave full and energized~ Compared to other hotels in the same area, getting such a clean and cozy room at this price is a total steal!​ Whether for business or travel, comfort is the most important thing~ Delaiya Hotel fully met all my expectations for a budget hotel: clean and odor-free, cozy but not overdone, and excellent value for money. It’s now on my regular list! I’ll stay here next time too, and I highly recommend it to all experience-focused friends—book with confidence, no risk of disappointment💖​

Yunzhu Lake (also known as Yuncu Lake) is a rare alpine lake in North China, covering a water area of 14.1 square kilometers. It is characterized by ecological tourism, water sports, and scenic views around the lake. In 2021, it was recognized as a National Sports Tourism Demonstration Base. The shoreline of Yunzhu Lake stretches 28 kilometers, forming the unique "Fengqi Yunzhu Lake" landform. Surrounded by mountains, it has 188 hectares of wetlands with clear water, providing habitat for rare birds such as black storks and swans. The climate is pleasant, with no extreme heat in summer or severe cold in winter. The lake surface is emerald green like a mirror, with ice formations adorning the mountain peaks in winter, making it a year-round destination. The lake belongs to the Zhuozhang River tributary of the Haihe River basin, with a total storage capacity of 87.25 million cubic meters and a watershed area of 353 square kilometers. There are three peninsulas in the lake (Yanliang Village, Getuo Village, Pianliang Village). Nearby are a national fossil museum, a paleontological geological park, and the nationally protected cultural relic site Fuxiang Temple.

Wenfeng Tower was originally built in the 61st year of the Kangxi reign of the Qing Dynasty (1722 AD) and completed in the 3rd year of the Yongzheng reign (1725 AD). The tower is an octagonal thirteen-story pavilion-style brick tower, facing south to north. It stands 38 meters tall and consists of two parts: the tower body and the tower spire. The tower body has an octagonal floor plan and is hollow inside, with wooden stairs and floors reaching the top level. Each floor features eaves and flat seats, below which are brick-carved dougong brackets and horizontal beams imitating wooden structures, with rafters extending outward to support the eaves. The dougong has five layers with double upward curves. Each floor has one brick-arched doorway on each side. The flat seat beam on the first floor is carved with patterns such as two dragons playing with a pearl, carp leaping over the dragon gate, and phoenix playing with peonies. From the first to the thirteenth floor on the front of the tower, plaques are hung with inscriptions like "Wenyao Gaoxuan" and "Pan Zhan Tianzhu." The octagonal pointed roof is topped with a glazed treasure vase and a dew basin tower spire. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Shanxi Province.

Fuxiang Temple in Yanliang is located about 200 meters east of Yanliang Village, Juheyu Township, Yushe. According to inscriptions, it was originally built in the third year of Kaiyun during the Later Jin of the Five Dynasties period (946), rebuilt during the Jin Dynasty, and repaired with a green roof in the eighth year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty (1869). It covers an area of 1,119 square meters and faces south. The layout features a front courtyard with the Hall of Heavenly Kings and the Mahavira Hall along the central axis. Originally, the Hall of the King of Hell, the Hall of the Monastic Discipline, and the Hall of Guan Yu were on both sides, but these have now been demolished. The current Mahavira Hall is a Jin Dynasty relic, while the Hall of Heavenly Kings dates from the Qing Dynasty. The temple also preserves two Qing Dynasty restoration steles and 74 square meters of murals. In 2006, Yanliang Fuxiang Temple was designated as a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit by the State Council.

The Shungong Spirit Pagoda, also known as the "Nineteenth Generation Elder Shungong Spirit Pagoda," was built during the Ming Dynasty. It is located about 45 meters southwest outside the Shanmen of Chongsheng Temple. This octagonal, five-story pavilion-style brick pagoda stands 11 meters tall. The pagoda's base is made of stone with a waist-like Sumeru design, featuring an octagonal floor plan. The lower half of the base is buried underground, measuring 0.66 meters in height and 0.54 meters in width, with peony flower carvings decorating the waist section. The pagoda body is an octagonal five-story brick structure, each level with eaves that extend outward. The bottom level has a flat seat supported by brick-carved dougong brackets, horizontal beams, and flying rafters imitating wood construction, with a five-step heavy upward-curving dougong design. The top of the pagoda is an octagonal pointed spire. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Shanxi Province.

Chongsheng Temple was originally named Chongyan Temple and also known as Chanshan Temple. It was first built during the Tang Dynasty. During the Song Dynasty's Jiayou period (1056-1063), it was renamed Chongsheng Temple. It was later destroyed by war but rebuilt during the Jin Dynasty from the 15th to 16th year of Dading (1173-1186). It underwent multiple repairs in the 9th year of the Yuan Dynasty's Zhizheng era, during the Qing Dynasty under Kangxi, Qianlong, and the 14th year of Jiaqing (1809), as well as in the 10th year of the Republic of China (1929). It was renovated again in 1988. Covering an area of about 2,100 square meters, the temple faces south and consists of two courtyards arranged along a central axis with the Shanmen Gate, Bodhisattva Hall, and Mahavira Hall. On both sides are the abbot's quarters, Dharma Hall, east and west side gates, east stele corridor, east and west Dharma Protector Halls, east and west Arhat Halls, and the west meditation room. The only surviving Yuan Dynasty structure is the Mahavira Hall; the rest are from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The temple also preserves six steles commemorating its renovations. Inside the temple are stone pagodas for Master Qingjing Guanghui and Master Pu'en Shougong. It is a nationally protected key cultural relic site.

Xiachiyu Village is characterized by its well-preserved traditional architectural style and spatial layout; the village currently has building complexes from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including three ancient towers in the east, center, and west, as well as religious buildings such as Zifu Temple. The beams of Zifu Temple bear an inscription of "Repaired in the 10th year of Yuan Zhizheng" (1350 AD), suggesting that its original construction date is no later than the Tang Dynasty. In addition, the village preserves a traditional farming tools exhibition room and intangible cultural heritage inheritors, reflecting a profound historical and cultural heritage. It is listed as one of the fourth batch of China's traditional villages.

Zifu Temple is built on a steep site and is very magnificent. The entire structure is a siheyuan-style courtyard, with a main hall of three bays, a single-eave hip roof, and a depth of three bays. It was built in the 10th year of the Zhizheng era of the Yuan Dynasty and is a typical wooden structure from that period. The main wall features Shui and Lu paintings with smooth, vigorous lines and elegant coloring, holding considerable artistic value. Below it is the White Dragon Temple with three bays (facing south). To the south is the Bodhisattva Hall with three bays, flanked by bell and drum towers and the mountain gate, all built during the Ming Dynasty. The entire architectural layout is rigorous, compact, and exquisite. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Shanxi Province.

By Yun Zhu Lake, there is a tranquil world waiting for every soul longing to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Imagine opening your laptop with the shimmering lake outside the window, and the occasional bird flying by bringing a natural greeting—how could such a work environment not refresh your mind? Today, let me take you into the Yun Zhu Lake Holiday Hotel where I recently stayed, to experience that rare peace and beauty together. 🍃💻 🏡 A painting by the window 🎨 The moment I entered the room, what attracted me most was the spacious window. It not only generously lets sunlight fill the entire room but also presents a flowing landscape painting right before your eyes. Whenever I look up outside the window, a small boat glides across the lake, leaving gentle ripples behind, naturally inspiring a poetic feeling in my heart. Such a view makes even busy work moments feel relaxed and joyful. 🌟 A great choice for family trips 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For families traveling with children, Yun Zhu Lake Holiday Hotel is undoubtedly an ideal choice. It offers not only comfortable rooms but also child-friendly entertainment facilities, such as a kids’ play area and outdoor activity spaces. I remember that day, children chasing and playing by the lake, their laughter filling the entire area. Meanwhile, parents could enjoy a moment of peace in the nearby rest area or participate in various parent-child activities organized by the hotel to strengthen family bonds. 🍽 Delicious tastes from childhood memories 🍲 Speaking of the hotel’s breakfast, it is truly unforgettable. In front of the diverse buffet, whether it’s steaming hot porridge, a variety of breads and pastries, or fresh fruits, all tastes are well catered to. Especially worth mentioning are the traditional local snacks, which not only taste authentic but also evoke my childhood memories. Starting each morning with such a hearty breakfast to begin a new day’s journey is simply wonderful. 🏞 Explore the surrounding natural scenery 🏞 Besides the comfortable experience the hotel itself offers, the surrounding natural scenery is equally worth exploring. From the hotel, it’s just a short walk to Yun Zhu Lake, a paradise for photography enthusiasts and a great spot for fishing lovers. If you enjoy hiking, take a stroll along the lakeside trail—the scenery along the way will surely captivate you. Additionally, nearby are the Yun Zhu Reservoir and the Wanker Yun Zhu Lake Campsite, perfect for young friends seeking adventure. I hope this sharing inspires you. Next time you travel, consider Yun Zhu Lake Holiday Hotel—I believe it will leave you with unforgettable memories. ✨

Hey everyone! Last week, I went on a scouting trip to Jinzhong and was left speechless by this thousand-year-old temple in Yushe! Hidden deep within the mountains, morning mist swirls around its upturned eaves, and sunlight filters through ancient cypresses onto the stone steps. For a moment, I thought I had stumbled into a cultivation sect from "Chinese Paladin"! This off-the-beaten-path trip was absolutely worth it 🥳 🌟 Qingliang Temple Must-See Features: The Dual Romance of Ancient Temple + Mountain Scenery 1. **Thousand-Year-Old Architecture:** The temple houses stone tablets from the Sui Dynasty, Buddhist statues from the Tang Dynasty, and wooden pavilions from the Ming and Qing Dynasties! Especially the carved window lattices in the Mahavira Hall – when sunlight shines through, it casts "shattered golden light" on the ground. Standing by the window for a profile shot creates an incredibly atmospheric vibe~ 2. **Summit Cloud Sea View:** The temple is built on a mountain peak at an altitude of 1200 meters. Between 6-8 AM, there's a high probability of encountering a sea of clouds! The mist rolls up from the valley, half-obscuring the ancient temple. Just holding up your phone, you can capture "fairyland blockbusters" without needing any filters! 3. **Ancient Cypress Secret Realm:** Outside the temple, there's a forest of 300-year-old ancient cypresses. Their twisted trunks tell stories. Wear Hanfu or a plain long dress and twirl under the trees, letting a friend capture the moment your skirt billows – instantly transform into a classical heroine 📸 4. **Mountain Trail:** From the foot of the mountain to the temple, there's a 2-kilometer wooden boardwalk. Along the way, you can see wildflowers and mountain springs. When you're tired, sit at a viewing platform to rest, enjoying the mountain breeze and birdsong – it's all about that "healing feeling of escaping the city"~ 📍 One-Day Itinerary (Lazy Version) · **08:00-09:30:** Depart for Qingliang Temple (Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to "Yushe Qingliang Temple." It's about 1.5 hours from the city center. The mountain road is smooth and easy to drive, and parking is free.) · **09:30-12:00:** Explore the ancient temple, photograph the sea of clouds (First, go to the Mahavira Hall to capture architectural details, then head to the summit viewing platform to wait for the sea of clouds. The light is softest around 10 AM.) · **12:00-13:30:** Have lunch at a farmhouse restaurant at the foot of the mountain (Recommended dishes: Yushe Fried 'Bu Lan', Potato 'Caca', paired with a bowl of wild vegetable tofu soup. Around 30+ RMB per person, super affordable!) · **13:30-16:00:** Photo session in the ancient cypress forest + walk the wooden boardwalk (The afternoon light is great for backlighting. Have a friend stand next to an ancient cypress, and you shoot with backlighting on your phone – the person will have a "glowing outline.") · **After 16:00:** Return or visit nearby attractions (If you have ample time, you can stay overnight and experience the tranquility of the mountain night.) 🚗 Transportation & 🏨 Accommodation & 🍜 Dining Guide · **Transportation:** Self-driving is the top choice (flexible and convenient, allowing stops at roadside viewing platforms). For those without a car, you can take a long-distance bus from Jinzhong city center to Yushe County, then take a taxi to the scenic area (about 30 minutes from the county town to the scenic area, taxi fare around 50 RMB). · **Accommodation Recommendations:** 1. **Yushe Hotel:** (County center, well-equipped facilities, walking distance to the snack street, around 150 RMB/night per person, suitable for those seeking convenience). 2. **Yunzhu Lake Resort Hotel:** (About 20 minutes drive from the scenic area, offers lake views, courtyard room types available, around 300 RMB/night per person, suitable for those wanting a relaxing vacation). 3. **Qingliang Temple Mountain Village Homestay:** (Right at the foot of the scenic area mountain, the owner cooks farmhouse dishes, you can wake up to the sound of chickens in the morning, around 120 RMB/night per person, suitable for those who like a rustic experience). * **Dining Recommendations:** Besides the farmhouse restaurants at the foot of the mountain, you absolutely must try "Yushe Old Taste Restaurant" in the county town! Recommended dishes: Braised Pork with Plum Sauce, Fried 'E', Fried Cake – all local specialties, you can eat your fill for just 40 RMB per person~ 📸 5 Great Photo Spots + Photography Tips 1. **Mahavira Hall Eaves:** Stand on the stone steps outside the hall, shoot upwards with your phone, letting the eaves and sky fill the frame. Wearing dark clothes makes for better photos (Tip: Lightly stand on your tiptoes when shooting for a more upright posture). 2. **Under the Ancient Cypress:** Choose an ancient cypress with sprawling branches. Stand next to the tree at a 45-degree angle, looking up, letting the sunlight fall on your face. Have your friend squat low to shoot – you can capture the feeling of "human and ancient tree coexisting." 3. **Summit Cloud Sea Viewing Platform:** Wear a light-colored long dress, spread your arms, and face the camera sideways, with the sea of clouds as the background. Turn on your phone's "Portrait Mode" to blur the background for a more ethereal look (Tip: When it's windy, let your skirt billow and capture dynamic shots). 4. **Temple Red Wall:** Use the red wall as a background. Stand to the side, gently resting your hand on the wall, and take a half-body shot. Paired with the temple's green tiles, the color contrast is stunning. 5. **Mountain Wooden Boardwalk:** Walk on the boardwalk and have a friend shoot your "back view" from behind, capturing the boardwalk, green mountains, and blue sky for a more profound composition (Tip: Slow down your steps, naturally swing your arms to avoid stiffness). 5 Hidden Gem Scenic Areas Nearby, More Fun to Visit Along the Way! 1. **Yushe Yunzhu Lake Tourist Resort:** 20 minutes drive from Qingliang Temple. You can boat, camp, and watch the sunset. The lake view is incredibly healing, perfect for "fresh Japanese style" photos. 2. **Yushe Wenfeng Pagoda:** A Sui Dynasty ancient pagoda with exquisitely carved details. Standing at the base of the pagoda and shooting upwards can capture a sense of "historical grandeur." 3. **Taihang Longquan Tourist Area:** Features waterfalls, streams, and primeval forests. It's super cool in summer, great for kids, and you can take "forest-themed blockbusters." 4. **Zuoquan Matian Eighth Route Army Headquarters Memorial Hall:** A red tourism scenic area where you can learn about history. The architecture has a strong sense of age, suitable for "retro style" photos. 5. **Xiyang Dazhai Scenic Area:** See terraced fields, visit folk villages, and experience rural charm. Standing on the terraced fields for a panoramic shot creates a wonderful "healing pastoral style." Hey everyone! Yushe Qingliang Temple is truly a hidden gem that's "beautiful, uncrowded, and great for photos." You don't have to jostle with crowds; you can enjoy the thousand-year-old temple and mountain scenery all to yourself. This trip will definitely blow up your social media! If you love off-the-beaten-path destinations, follow me! I'll be unlocking more hidden scenic spots in Jinzhong, taking you away from the crowds for a different kind of experience. See you next time for more travel tips~ ❤️

When I arrived at Qingliang Temple, 15 kilometers south of Pingyao City Wow! Oh my God! Four Heavenly Kings, window paper-cuts, Sumeru throne, main hall... 🚉Transportation strategy: Pingyao No. 21 bus 3 yuan 50 minutes to Yongcheng Station, walkable Bus No. 21 has stops at Pingyao Station and near the west gate of the ancient city 📝Precautions: 1. There is a big dog at the entrance, which is extremely manic, so stay away from it 2. The national security personnel live in the temple, very enthusiastic, but basically do not open the main hall. I was fortunate to see the three Buddhas and four Bodhisattvas inside. What surprised me most was that the seats of the four Bodhisattvas were completely different from those in traditional temples. The old man smiled and asked me if I had never seen such a big Buddha. I smiled and said Amitabha, there is a sky outside the sky, and there is a Buddha outside the Buddha In his heart, this is the biggest Buddha 3. The Sumeru throne in the temple looks very much like the unrenovated version of Guangsheng Temple, and the window paper-cuts reminded me of Chongfu Temple in Shuozhou 4. Don't regret not being able to see the temple, the four Vajra outside are also very shocking. In addition, you can go up to the second floor from the stairs opposite the dog, and the overlooking view is even more shocking

| is located in the southwest of Yushe County, 22 kilometers away from the county seat, the lake city of the city of Yunyun Town and Hefei Township, the Yunzhu Lake system, the South Canal water system, the turbidity River tributary. Beautiful environment and pleasant scenery. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, Yunzhu Lake Scenic Area also has its own art workshop. It has a huge art system and often invites domestic and foreign artists to work in the village to create a new artistic settlement, emphasizing the interactive functions of various art categories; attracting art creation enthusiasts from different fields to paint, sculpture, drama, architecture, film, literature Waiting for exchange creation. Talk to the French wrought iron sculptor in the Yunzhu Lake Art Workshop, read their work, and listen to their interpretation of their work and the concept of art. Because life is in an era of excessive waste, in order to make those "old" things have meaning of existence, their works are recycled twice. The "Zebra's Meaning" that they are currently working on will be displayed in the Yunzhu Lake Scenic Area, which is very shocking. In the Yunzhu Lake Art Workshop, artists from all over the world are invited to create works every once in a while. If there is time in the winter vacation, I really want to learn the production of glassware. The art workshop was built from the old factory and is now being created by French wrought iron sculptors. It is very large and has many sculptures. After entering, there is a feeling of entering the steel forest, which is very wonderful. Address: Yunzhu Town, Yushe County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province Special Tips

Chongsheng Temple, east to the Bohai Sea, west to Cangshan, about one kilometer north of the ancient city of Dali in Yunnan Province, point to Cangshan Mountain, the coast of the Bohai Sea. In history, nine Dali emperors became monks at Chongsheng Temple, and they were called "Tianlong Temple" in Jin Yong's martial arts novel "Tianlong Ba Bu". After two days of blue sky and white clouds, today, the Chongsheng Temple has become clouded, deeper and solemn, but it is not too oppressive. After entering, you will have a calm sense of calm and do not want to bother it. The quiet, I really want to go inside and see more. Chongsheng Temple is near the ancient city of Dali. It is recommended to take a taxi or car to arrange a half-day tour to let yourself slowly integrate into the Zen environment.