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Former Residence of Yan Xishan, the "King of Shanxi"
“Yan Xishan's former residence is one of the largest bureaucratic private residences in old China that is relatively well preserved.”
Shanxi Dingxiang 1-Day 1-Night Travel Guide | Visit Yan Xishan's Former Residence and Savor the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Steamed Pork
“Dingxiang, Shanxi 1-Day 1-Night Travel Guide | Exploring Yan Xishan's Former Residence and Savoring the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Steamed Pork Dingxiang, a small county in northern Shanxi under the jurisdiction of Xinzhou, is a famous "forging town" and the hometown of Yan Xishan.”
A blend of East and West, a labyrinth in troubled times—The Yan Family Compound
“About 20 km northeast of Dingxiang County, at the foot of Wenshan Mountain and by the Tuoshui River in Hebian Town, a vast complex of courtyards with gray tiles and brick arches unfolds✨.”
7-day 6-night historical tour guide for Taiyuan and Datong
“[One]Day 1: Taiyuan [Pushpin]Shanxi Museum - Wuyi Square - Chunyang Palace - Shanxi Hotel - Wenyuan Park - Zhonglou Street [1:00]Estimated visit time: Shanxi Museum ≥ 3 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Shanxi Museum 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, last entry at 4:00 PM, book 3 days in advance by 8:00 PM (e.g., book tickets for the 30th on the 27th), closed on Mondays Stay: Taiyuan [Two]Day 2: Taiyuan ➡️ Xinzhou Fanzhi County (4-hour drive) [Pushpin]Dingxiang Hongfu Temple - Lijiazhuang Nanchan Temple - Yanqing Temple - Wutai Guangji Temple - Foguang Temple [2:00]Estimated visit time: Hongfu Temple, Yanqing Temple, and Guangji Temple 0.5 hours each, Nanchan Temple 1 hour, Foguang Temple 2 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Hongfu Temple 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:30 PM–5:30 PM (summer 3:00 PM–6:00 PM), Foguang Temple and Nanchan Temple 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Stay: Fanzhi County [Three]Day 3: Fanzhi County ➡️ Datong (4-hour drive) [Pushpin]Fanzhi Princess Temple - Hunyuan Ancient City (Confucian Temple - Majia Courtyard - Hunyuan Prefecture Office - Yuanjue Temple - Yongan Zen Temple) - Hengshan Hanging Temple - Yingxian Wooden Pagoda - Jingtusi Temple [3:00]Estimated visit time: Princess Temple 0.5 hours, Yuanjue Temple 0.2 hours, Yongan Zen Temple 1 hour, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda 1 hour, Jingtusi Temple 0.5 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Princess Temple 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Jingtusi Temple ticket sales end at 5:00 PM, ticket check ends at 5:15 PM, and the park closes at 5:30 PM starting Oct 9 Stay: Datong [Four]Day 4: Datong [Pushpin]Yungang Grottoes - Datong Ancient City (Shanhua Temple - Huayan Temple - Guandi Temple - Southeast Yi) [7:30]Estimated visit time: Yungang Grottoes 5 hours, Shanhua Temple 1 hour, Huayan Temple 2 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Huayan Temple and Shanhua Temple 8:30 AM–5:30 PM starting Oct 8 Stay: Datong [Five]Day 5: Datong ➡️ Taiyuan (5-hour drive) [Pushpin]Shuozhou Chongfu Temple - Shanyin County Old Guangwu Ancient City - Taiyuan Dou Dafu Shrine [4:30]Estimated visit time: Chongfu Temple 1 hour, Old Guangwu Ancient City 1 hour [Rainbow]Opening hours: Chongfu Temple 9:00 AM–5:00 PM starting Oct 8, Dou Dafu Shrine last entry at 5:00 PM Stay: Taiyuan [Six]Day 6: Taiyuan ➡️ Pingyao ➡️ Taiyuan (3.5-hour drive) [Pushpin]Pingyao Shuanglin Temple and Zhenguo Temple - Jialing Town River Tower - Qingxu Yao Temple [6:00]Estimated visit time: Shuanglin Temple 2 hours, Zhenguo Temple 1 hour, Zhenguo Tower 0.2 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Starting Oct 9, Shuanglin Temple and Zhenguo Temple 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, last entry at 5:15 PM, Qingxu Yao Temple closes at 5:30 PM, last entry at 5:00 PM Stay: Taiyuan [Seven]Day 7: Taiyuan [Pushpin]Northern Qi Mural Museum - Shanxi Archaeology Museum (Confucian Temple) - Chongshan Temple [10:30]Estimated visit time: Mural Museum 2 hours, Confucian Temple 1.5 hours, Chongshan Temple 0.5 hours [Rainbow]Opening hours: Northern Qi Mural Museum 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM, closed on Mondays [!]Some attractions have extended holiday hours and varying seasonal hours”
Hongfu Temple: A 900-year-old original Jin Dynasty structure hidden in an earthen fortress
“The appetizer for the five temples of Xinzhou is actually the main course!”
Hongfu Temple, Shanxi | Song and Ming dynasty statues spanning a millennium, a hidden gem of an ancient temple
“🔸Hidden in the center of Beshe Dong Village, Dingxiang County, Shanxi, is a massive, 7-meter-high loess platform 🏔️ The temple is a square fortress, with remaining walls about 10 meters high and a perimeter of 400 meters.”
Diving into a 3-million-year-old perennial ice cave, the 20°C summer in Xinzhou made me shiver
“In July in Shanxi, it’s over 30°C outside.”
18°C Wonderland in Summer! Drive Directly, Scenery as Beautiful as Xinjiang
“Just got back from Xinzhou, Shanxi, and I can't wait to recommend this hidden summer getaway to everyone!”Explore Dingxiang on the map
Frequently asked questions
What is Dingxiang famous for?
−Dingxiang is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Hebian Folk Museum, Hongfu Temple, and Xinzhou Ancient City.
What are the must-try activities in Dingxiang?
−Consider ※Datong Yanmen Pass + Xuankong Temple + Ying County wooden pagoda private charter 1-day tour | City transfer including one-way expressway, Taiyuan Pick-up and Drop-off 1-day Tour to Wutai Mountain + Dailuoding + Pusa Ding (Bodhisattva Top) in Xinzhou with Chinese and English Services (Admission Ticket Not Included), and Departing from Taiyuan or Datong: private car tour to Yanmen Pass and Xinzhou Ancient City in Dingxiang. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.