2024 Ruicheng Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Yongle Palace, originally named Dachunyang Longevity Palace, is a Taoist temple built in commemoration of Lü Dongbin. The Yuan Dynasty murals painted on the 1,000 square meters of walls inside the temple are one of the world's ancient mural art treasures. It is one of the first national key cultural relics protection units. Yongle Palace was built in 1247 AD, originally located in Yongle Town, 20 km southwest of Ruicheng County, the birthplace of Lü Dongbin. In the late 1950s, the state built the Sanmenxia Reservoir, and Yongle Palace was planned to be in the flooded area. After approval, the Ministry of Water Resources allocated more than 2.2 million yuan to relocate Yongle Palace to the site of the ancient capital of the Western Zhou Dynasty, 2 km north of the county seat, from 1959 to 1965. Photography is not allowed in Yongle Palace. There are photos of art students copying the murals in the courtyard, and my photos are from there.

|Winter Swan Lake. Shengtian Lake has been a beautiful place since ancient times, and is a gem on the Loess Plateau. Shengtian Lake has a relative height difference of over 200 meters, with plenty of sunshine, suitable rainfall, diverse landforms, fresh air, and rich species. It is home to 238 species of birds, 147 species of wetland plants, and 52 species of fish, making it a rare wetland wildlife gene pool in northern China. In winter, thousands of white swans descend like fairies, holy and noble. They sometimes sing, sometimes play, and sometimes fly. Like snow, like clouds, more like white moving elves, they make Shengtian Lake even more beautiful. Address: Liuwan Village, Monan Town, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province Time: 08:30-17:30 Ticket: 50

| The Mysterious "Neiguanjing." "The ancient cave has been sleeping for nineteen years, and the flowing clouds have drunk thousands of cups; when you meet people, don't talk about human affairs, just smile and point to the white clouds coming and going" -- Lu Zu Jiufeng Mountain is named after its nine peaks, which run east to west, forming a rectangular peak screen that resembles a circle chair. Therefore, the headmaster Changren Zhenren Li Zhichang wrote the mountain's name as "Jiufeng Yuyi Mountain" when he visited Lu Zu in Chunyang Cave. There is a "Hanging Bell Cave" in the mountain, also known as "Chunyang Cave." According to legend, Jiufeng Mountain Chunyang Cave is where Lu Dongbin first entered the Tao and practiced in seclusion. The famous name "Dongbin" was also derived from this mountain and cave. Lu Dongbin was also honored as Lu Zu by Yuan Shizu, and Jiufeng Mountain was conferred by the Ming Shenzong. Ruicheng County is the birthplace and place of enlightenment of the new Taoist ancestor Lu Dongbin. It is home to the Quanzhen Ancestral Temple Yongle Palace, Chunyang Upper Palace, and Jiufeng Mountain. It is one of the "72 Blessed Lands" of Taoism and is revered as the ancestral mountain of Taoism. In 2010, members of the Taoist Promotion Association discovered that in the area of Yongle Palace on the north bank of the Yellow River, scattered Taoist temple ruins, when connected with the local natural terrain, formed the image of a meditating human body. Jiufeng Mountain is the head, Qinglongjian is the spine, and Chonggou is the meridian, resembling the human body hidden in the landscape on the "Neijingtu." This suggests that Lu Zu discovered the phenomenon of the landscape resembling the human body while practicing on Jiufeng Mountain, leading to his understanding of the unity of heaven and man. Jiufeng Mountain is popular among outdoor enthusiasts and can be hiked from the Shentan Grand Canyon in Yongji.

|A 1,000-year-old tree. At the entrance to Nantan Village in Ruicheng County, Shanxi, there is a ginkgo tree that is over 1,600 years old. The tree is 25 meters tall and 5–6 people are needed to encircle it. Due to its age, it is known as the "King of Living Fossils" in Yuncheng City. The 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree is located at the entrance to Nantan Village in Ruicheng County, Shanxi, on the road from Nantan Mountain Valley to Jiufeng Mountain (where Lü Dongbin became an immortal). The tree is lush and tall, with a trunk about 30 meters in circumference, and is revered by the locals as a "sacred tree." According to legend, Lü Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals and the founder of Quanzhen Taoism, once helped people and educated the villagers under this tree. The hardworking, simple, and honest folk customs have been passed down to this day. If you haven't had enough of the high skies and light clouds of early autumn, the colorful mid-autumn, and the romantic late autumn, winter is here. This ginkgo tree is covered in golden leaves, like a dazzling golden armor, and the brilliant yellow is like a mesmerizing painting. Address: Nantan Village, Dawang Town, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province

|Check in at a famous Yuan Dynasty temple. Qingliang Temple not only preserves dozens of priceless stone tablets from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, but the existing Mahavira Hall has also withstood the test of time and still retains the original architectural style of the Yuan Dynasty. The design of the hall is magnificent, the shape is majestic, the dougong is simple and magnificent, and the beams are rough and bold. In order to expand the practical area of the hall, the "column reduction" method was adopted, and the large beams were directly supported under the flat beams from the back of the eaves, reducing the load on the net span of the beams. This was a major innovation in the architectural structure of the Yuan Dynasty and provided valuable physical materials for the study of the architectural style of the Yuan Dynasty. Qingliang Temple is a famous temple of the Yuan Dynasty, located in Silicun Village at the foot of the beautiful Ganzao Mountain, and is named after the gurgling Gongshui River. Qingliang Temple is an important local temple. In the 12th year of the Republic of China edition of "Ruicheng County Chronicle", there are many poems by literati of past dynasties praising Qingliang Temple. At the end of the Ming Dynasty, Yin Run, a native of Mounan, Ruicheng, wrote two poems, "Traveling to Qingliang Temple" and "Staying at Qingliang Temple": "The temple remembers the place where it was born, and people love it when they come again. The old monks are all gone, and the ancient trees are left behind. The mountain is dripping with green. The sound of the spring is choking in the evening sun. I have many feelings when I climb up, and the white clouds hang at the mouth of the stream." "I stayed at the mountain temple with a hanging lamp, and I was always calm when I came here. I imagined the old road, and the bell rang in the middle of the night. The green apes are more dangerous than ever, and the white cranes are hidden in the deep pines. The monk is meditating when the moon sets, and the clouds are sealed in layers." Address: Potou Village, Ximo Town, 25 km northeast of Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Tickets: Free

|Check in at the Eight Ancient Sights of Ruicheng. Shousheng Temple Pagoda was built in the Eastern Han Dynasty and is one of the 19 Ashoka pagodas built when Buddhism first entered China. During the reign of Emperor Shenzong of the Song Dynasty, the pagoda was given the name "Shousheng Temple" and the emperor personally inscribed the temple plaque. Through the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, Shousheng Temple Pagoda has always been a landmark of Ruicheng and is known as the "Morning Bell of the Pagoda Temple," one of the Eight Ancient Sights of Ruicheng. The original staircase in the hollow interior of the pagoda has been destroyed, but traces of calligraphy and paintings remain on the walls. The inscriptions of visitors from the Yuan and Ming dynasties are basically intact, while the 20-square-meter Song Dynasty murals depict the Buddha, Bodhisattvas, and donors with delicate features, strong and smooth lines, and elegant colors. Although the colors have long since faded due to smoke and fire, the painting style is still clearly discernible, making it a rare surviving example of Song Dynasty art. Location: No. 29, Sheli East Street, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Transportation: Take bus 109 or Yuncheng bus 109 to Ruicheng Convention and Exhibition Center Station, then walk to this ancient and elegant pagoda.

| Yudao River, stationed here. Dayudu is also known as Shenbai Valley. According to historical records, its ancient site belongs to the Longshan culture and is a prosperous place for early human activities. According to historical records and local legends, around 2100 BC, the Yellow River basin was flooded, and the people were in dire straits. Dayu was ordered by Shun to lead the people to control the water. He followed the mountains to cut down trees and surveyed the water situation. He came here and planted a cypress tree as a sign to determine the high mountains and rivers to observe the water situation. Under the cypress tree, he was enlightened by the holy water Guanyin and realized the good strategy of dredging and guiding the water. He stationed the water control army here, and then took a boat to chisel the Longmen and open the three gates. He continued to control the water for 13 years, passing by his home three times without looking back, and finally succeeded in controlling the water. Later generations were deeply admired by Dayu's spirit and merits, so they called the place where Dayu was enlightened by the gods and the water control army set off by boat "Dayudu", and the big cypress tree that Dayu personally planted as a mark was called "Shenbai". Today, the sacred cypress tree personally planted by Dayu, with its branches towering into the sky and its dragon head and iron bones, still stands on the cliff of Dayudu. Under the sacred cypress tree, there is still a stone tablet from the fourth year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty, "Shenbai Valley Rebuilt Yuwang Temple Stele", which eloquently tells the long and profound history of Dayudu and witnesses the changes of the times. Address: 10 kilometers southeast of the county seat of Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City Tickets: 48 yuan per adult, 24 yuan per person for children 1.2m-1.4m, free for children under 1.2m.

Yuncheng Travel Guide Day 1: Salt Lake Scenic Area and Guandi Temple Morning: Head to Salt Lake Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful scenery, experience floating on the lake, and enjoy the unique salt lake culture. Afternoon: Visit Guandi Temple to learn about the legendary story of Guan Yu and experience the profound culture of Guan Gong. Day 2: Yongle Palace and Wulao Peak Morning: Visit Yongle Palace to admire Yuan Dynasty murals and experience the charm of Taoist culture. Afternoon: Climb Wulao Peak to overlook the beautiful scenery of Yuncheng and enjoy the fun of climbing. Day 3: Yuncheng Museum and Nanfeng Square Morning: Visit Yuncheng Museum to learn about the history and culture of Yuncheng and experience its long history. Afternoon: Head to Nanfeng Square to experience local life and feel the modern atmosphere of Yuncheng. Notes: Plan your itinerary reasonably and pay attention to sun protection and rest. Respect local customs and protect cultural relics. Try local delicacies such as oil-splashed noodles and lamb paomo. I hope this guide will help you have a pleasant holiday in Yuncheng!

#traveldiaries Yuncheng Yanchi is located in the south of Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, at the northern foot of Zhongtiao Mountain.Yanchi is bordered by Qiligang and Shishiligang in Yuncheng City to the north, Zhongtiao Mountain to the south, Anyi to the east, and Jiezhou to the west.The salt pond is 20 to 35 kilometers long from east to west and 3 to 5 kilometers wide from north to south. It is surrounded by high ground and a low-lying shape in the middle. The total area is about 130 square kilometers. The surface of the pond is 320 meters above sea level and the water depth is 0.22 meters. It is a natural inland salt lake. Yuncheng Salt Pond is rich in resources. In addition to salt and Glauber's salt, there are also magnesium sulfate, calcium sulfate, potassium, bromine, boron and other rare elements. The history of Yanchi can be traced back to the early spring and autumn, when the pond salt in Hedong was already very famous.During the Two Han Dynasties, salt officials were set up in Anyi County to manage salt industry affairs.The output of Hedong Salt Pond in the Song Dynasty reached 82.5 million catties.By the mid-1980s, the salt pond had an annual output of 30,000 tons of raw salt, and the annual chemical production capacity was 37,000 tons of alkali sulfide and 280,000 tons of anhydrous glauber's salt. Because its salt content is similar to the “Dead Sea” in the Middle East, people can float without sinking in the water, so it is known as the “Dead Sea of China”. Yuncheng Salt Lake Scenic Area is located in the central area of Salt Lake Lake. It is a national 4A-level scenic area, integrating humanities, ecology, greenness and health.Relying on the unique salt lake resources, the scenic area has developed tourism projects such as “floating in the dead sea, black mud health, hot spring hydrotherapy, mineral salt physiotherapy, and salt spray to clear the lungs”. The formation of Yuncheng Salt Pond can be traced back to the period of the tectonic movement of the Himalayas in the Cenozoic Era, and it has a history of about 50 million years.Due to the large-scale subsidence of the ground to the north of Zhongtiao Mountain, the original prototype of Yuncheng Basin and salt pond was formed.After long-term precipitation and evaporation, a natural salt lake has been formed. Yuncheng Yanchi's unique geographical location and rich natural resources make it the largest lake in Shanxi Province, which has a profound impact on local economic development and cultural inheritance.From the legendary battle between the Yanhuang Alliance and Chi You in the “Zhuolu" near Yanchi, to the many legends of Yao, Shun, and Yu in the southern Jin Region, to the development and prosperity of the Xia, Shang, and San Dynasties in Hedong, Heluo, and Guanzhong regions, they are all within hundreds of miles of Hedong Yanchi.

#traveldiaries Yuncheng has a long history. During the Western Jin Dynasty, it belonged to Hedong County, Sizhou. During the Sixteen Kingdoms Period, it was a land for various ethnic minorities. In the Qing Dynasty, it was divided into 1 prefecture and 2 prefectures, which belonged to Hedong Road, Shanxi.During the Republic of China period, it was assigned to the Shanxi Provincial Government and the Yuncheng Special Zone was established.In 2000, a prefecture-level transportation city was established. Yuncheng is an important area for the activities of the Huangdi, Yandi, and Chi You, the ancestors of the Chinese nation, as well as Yao, Shun, and Yu. Chinese civilization is slowly unfolding here. Yuncheng City is rich in cultural heritage. As of April 2024, there are 28 national intangible cultural heritage projects and 153 provincial-level projects.There are 6,205 immovable cultural relics of various types, including 102 national-level protected cultural relics, which ranks first among prefecture-level cities in the country and is known as the “No. 1 National Treasure City”. There are national AAAA-level tourist attractions such as Houtu Temple, Wulaofeng, and Yuncheng Salt Lake in Yuncheng City, as well as famous attractions such as Jiezhou Guandi Temple, Stork Bird Tower, and Yongle Palace, which have attracted a large number of tourists to visit. Yuncheng City has a complex geological structure, with three types of terrain: mountains, hills, and plains. The climate belongs to a warm temperate continental monsoon climate.There is Lake Wu Surnamed, the largest freshwater lake in Shanxi, in Yuncheng, and the river belongs to the Yellow River Basin. Yuncheng City is located in the heart of the “Golden Triangle” of the Yellow River in Jin, Shaanxi, Henan and Henan. It inherits the east and the west, runs through the north and south, and radiates the Central Plains. It is the combination of North China, Northwest China, and the Central Plains of China, and it is also an important node for the country to implement the “Belt and Road” initiative. In summary, Yuncheng City is a city with a long history, deep cultural heritage, rapid economic development and rich tourism resources. It is worth a visit.

Get exotic photos 📷 📍Xihoudu Site (Yuncheng, Shanxi) 🎫CNY 130/person This is one of the earliest Paleolithic sites discovered in China It is the place where the first sacred fire of mankind was lit There are the earliest traces of fire use🔥 Very historical Standing on the high platform of the site, you can overlook the Yellow River Every shot is a blockbuster 📷 📝 1️⃣The scenic area is not big, it can be visited in about half an hour, and one to two hours is enough for taking photos 2️⃣It is not recommended to go to this site alone, you can plan a trip to Yuncheng, Yuncheng has a lot of ancient buildings, such as Yongle Palace, Guangrenwang Temple, Guandi Temple, Feiyun Tower, etc., which are all worth a visit.

Shanxi is a must-visit destination for ancient architecture enthusiasts. It is a place where dreams last for a thousand years and a single glance can span ten thousand years. Only by visiting in person can you truly appreciate the soul-stirring impact of its ancient bricks, tiles, and wood. Liang Sicheng once said, "Without visiting Shanxi, you won't know the full potential of timber construction." There are countless ancient buildings in Shanxi. Yongle Palace is not very large, but its main attractions are its ancient architecture and murals. The three large murals inside the halls are considered to be the second most important mural discovery after Dunhuang. 「Tour Route」 From south to north: Palace Gate → Wuji Gate → Three Purities Hall → Pure Yang Hall → Chongyang Hall → Exit through the left and right outer roads of Yongle Palace 「Must-See」 1 Murals in all three halls, especially the exquisite "Morning Yuan" mural in the main hall, the Three Purities Hall 2 The vertical plaque "Wuji Gate" is the only surviving original Yuan Dynasty wooden plaque in Yongle Palace. 3 Coffered ceiling in the halls, 4 glazed dragon-shaped roof ornaments, 5 mortise and tenon wood structure Monument to the construction of Yongle Palace during the Yuan Dynasty 「Practical」 1 To protect the cultural relics, photography is not allowed inside the halls (mural photos provided by official sources) 2 It is recommended to visit with a tour guide or do your research before going 3 Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 4 Adults 50 Half price 25 「About Photography」 Apart from the murals, all the must-see items mentioned above are worth learning and recording. The red walls outside the palace and the ancient buildings inside the palace are good for taking photos. Transportation: 1 Self-driving/Taxi 2 Yuncheng North Railway Station - Ruicheng Bus Station - Take Bus No. 109

Self-driving Black Wukong Tour D1 - Yongle Palace "Smoke and mist are floating, and the years are not remembered. What are you afraid of? The mountains are high and the roads are dangerous. Go ahead." Shanxi - a place I have always yearned for, but I didn't expect it to be a game that made me set off immediately! Find the way, you and I are all destined people!

Shanxi is the province with the most ancient architectural remains in China and is known as the "Treasure House of Ancient Chinese Architecture". Here are some famous ancient buildings in Shanxi: - Foguang Temple: Located in Foguang Village, Doucun Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Northern Wei Dynasty. The East Hall in the temple is the second oldest existing wooden structure in China and was called the "First National Treasure of China" by Mr. Liang Sicheng. - Nanchan Temple: Located in Lijiazhuang Village, Yangbai Township, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Tang Dynasty. The Great Buddha Hall in the temple is the oldest existing Tang Dynasty wooden structure in China. - Yingxian Wooden Pagoda: Located in Fogong Temple in the northwest of Yingxian County, Shuozhou City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Liao Dynasty. It is the tallest and oldest existing wooden pagoda-style building in China and is also one of the three wonders of the world. - Jinci: Located in Jinci Town, Jinyuan District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, it was built to commemorate the founding princes of the Jin State, Tang Shuyu and his mother, Queen Jianghou. It is the earliest existing royal sacrificial garden in China. The Holy Mother Hall in the temple was built during the Northern Song Dynasty and is the best example of the "Construction Law". - Hanging Temple: Located at the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the southeastern suburbs of Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi Province, it was built in the late Northern Wei Dynasty. It is the only unique temple in China where Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism are combined. The architectural style is unique and breathtaking. - Huayan Temple: Located at No. 459, Xiasiapo Street, Pingcheng District, Datong City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Liao Dynasty. The Great Buddha Hall in the temple is the largest existing Liao and Jin Dynasty Buddha Hall in China. It was praised as the "Oriental Venus" by the famous art historian Zheng Zhenduo. - Yongle Palace: Located at No. 78, Yongle North Street, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Yuan Dynasty. It is the largest and best-preserved Taoist palace in China. The Sanqing Hall in the temple is China's "Abu Simbel", the best of the Yuan Dynasty murals. - Feiyun Tower: Located in Dongyue Temple, Wanrong County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province, it was built during the Ming Zhengde period. It is the largest existing pure wooden structure building in China and is known as the "North Tower and South Tower" together with the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda. - Guangsheng Temple: Located in Guangsheng Temple Town, Hongtong County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province, it was built in the first year of Jianhe of Emperor Huan of the Eastern Han Dynasty. The Feihong Tower in the temple is the most complete and oldest existing glazed tower in China. - Xiaoxitian: Located on the top of Phoenix Mountain in the west of Xixian County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province, it was built in the second year of Chongzhen in the Ming Dynasty. The Great Buddha Hall in the temple is the largest existing Ming Dynasty hanging plastic group in China, known as the "Hanging Plastic Masterpiece".

🎈I recently visited the Guangren Lama Temple and was deeply moved! I have to share my feelings with you today. 💖 📍The Guangren Lama Temple, a thousand-year-old ancient building, is like a silent wise man, quietly telling the stories of the past. 🏯The moment I stepped into the temple, I felt as if I had traveled back to the Tang Dynasty. The simple architectural style, the simple and atmospheric lines, all show the unique charm of Tang Dynasty architecture. The main hall with a single eave and a hipped roof, and the column head bracket set with five double heart-stealing structures, make people marvel at the superb skills of the ancients. 😲 🌟Standing in front of the main hall, I stared at the ancient wooden components, imagining how the craftsmen of a thousand years ago created such a masterpiece with one axe and one chisel. Every pillar and tile here carries the memory of history, making people feel the precipitation of time 📜The Guangren Lama Temple is not only a building, but also a living history book. It has witnessed the changes of dynasties and the changes of time, but it still stands tall. Here, we can touch the pulse of history and feel the wisdom and power of the ancients. 💪

Guangren Wang Temple is located in Zhonglongquan Village, Guwei Town, Ruicheng County, Shanxi Province. It is named after the water god "Guangren Wang" enshrined in the temple. History Guangren Wang Temple is one of the four existing Tang Dynasty wooden structures in China. The main hall was built in the fifth year of the Tang Dynasty, making it the oldest existing Taoist temple in China. It was built 49 years later than the main hall of Nanchan Temple in Wutai Mountain and 26 years earlier than the East Hall of Foguang Temple. Tang Dynasty Main Hall Guangren Wang Temple faces south and is located behind the ancient Wei City North Wall. An ancient stage is located opposite the temple. Ancient Stage Built during the Qing Dynasty, the stage faces north and features exquisite carvings. Architectural Style The main hall's main structure still retains the Tang Dynasty's bay, depth, beams, and brackets. However, the ridge, hip, and chi吻 of the hipped roof were rebuilt during the Qing Dynasty. The thick platform and square window lattices are typical Tang Dynasty architectural styles. The absence of a moon platform in front of the hall and pillars inside the hall are also features of this Tang Dynasty palace. The architectural art of Guangren Wang Temple has been deposited over thousands of years. Tang Dynasty Stele At the entrance of the temple, you can see two steles, "Guangren Wang Longquan Ji" from the third year of the Tang Dynasty and "Longquan Ji" written by Zheng Ze, the county magistrate of Ruicheng in the sixth year of the Tang Dynasty. The inscriptions record that Guangren Wang Temple was the earliest building for worshipping the Dragon King in Longquan Village during the early Tang Dynasty. Its history is long, as if it were a dialogue across thousands of years. Tickets: Free Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. Alternatively, take Ruicheng Bus No. 1 and walk for 30 minutes.

Yongle Palace in Yuncheng, Shanxi, is a Taoist holy place of Lv Dongbin, with 1,000 square meters of Yuan Dynasty murals preserved. Located in Longquan Village, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng, there is a Yongle Palace built in memory of Lv Dongbin. Yongle Palace was built in 1247 AD and was originally located in Yongle Town. There are 1,000 square meters of Yuan Dynasty murals in the hall, distributed in Longhu Hall, Sanqing Hall, Chunyang Hall, and Chongyang Hall. Yongle Palace is the largest and best-preserved Taoist palace in China, and one of the three ancestral temples of Quanzhen Taoism. Tour route Mountain gate, Longhu Hall, Wuji Hall, Chunshan Gate, Longhu Hall, Wuji Hall, Chunyang Hall, Chongyang Hall West axis: relocation exhibition, copying room, Lv Gongci, Wangmu Hall East axis: stone archway, Zhenwu Temple, Caishen Temple and Lvzu Tomb Yongle Palace has 1,005.68 square meters of existing Yuan Dynasty murals, the most exciting of which is the "Chaoyuan Picture" painted in Wuji Hall. Chunyang Hall and Chongyang Hall are ancient murals showing the stories of Lv Dongbin and Wang Chongyang's practice and preaching Ticket: 50 yuan

During the holiday, I went to Hedong, Shanxi to explore one of the main birthplaces of the Chinese nation. It is the cradle of Chinese civilization, and the capital of the ancient Yao, Shun, and Yu dynasties were all located in Hedong. The ancient city of Tongguan is located near Chengbei Village, Yangjiazhuang, Gangkou Town, Tongguan County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province. It is an ancient city site with a history and culture of thousands of years. The pictures are arranged in order: Boating Zen Master Tang Tower, Yongle Palace Wuji Hall, Yongle Palace Murals, Tang Dynasty Guangrenwang Temple, Tongguan Section of the Yellow River, Puji Temple, Tang Kaiyuan Iron Bull, Qiufeng Tower, Wanrong Feiyun Tower. Explore historical sites and learn more about Chinese culture.

Yongle Palace was built in the Yuan Dynasty and currently has four wooden buildings and 1,000 square meters of murals from the Yuan Dynasty. The murals are known as masterpieces in the history of Chinese painting and are treasures of ancient Chinese architecture and mural art. They are also one of the top tourist attractions in Yuncheng and even Shanxi. Yongle Palace is located in Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Originally named "Dachunyang Wanshou Palace", it was built in memory of one of the Eight Immortals, Lu Dongbin. It was established in the second year of Yuan Dingzong and is known as one of the three ancestral temples of Taoism in China, along with Baiyun Temple in Beijing and Chongyang Palace in Huxian County, Shaanxi Province. It is also the largest and best-preserved Taoist temple in China. Originally built in Yongle Town, it was relocated to the site of the ancient capital of the Wei State in the Western Zhou Dynasty in Ruicheng County due to the construction of the Sanmenxia Reservoir from 1957 to 1966. 🌈Main attractions of Yongle Palace: 🎈1. Yuan Dynasty wooden buildings (4): Longhu Hall, Sanqing Hall, Chunyang Hall, and Chongyang Hall 🎈2. Yuan Dynasty murals: There are murals in all three halls. The "Chaoyuan Picture" in Sanqing Hall is world-famous. The mural is a cultural treasure (there is also a hanging statue at the north gate of Sanqing Hall, which can be viewed from the side) 🎈3. The caisson and top decoration inside the palace 🎈4. The glazed ridge beast on the roof of Sanqing Hall is the largest existing ancient building beast and is of great value. There is also a pair of cute little lions from the Yuan Dynasty in front of the hall. They are uniquely shaped and exquisitely crafted. 🎈5. The "Gate of Wuji" vertical plaque is the only completely preserved original wooden plaque from the Yuan Dynasty in the palace 🎈6. Stele corridor on the side of the hall: Records the history of Yongle Palace, the beginning and end of the palace construction, and the vicissitudes of life. 🎫Ticket: CNY 60 (peak season) 🧑‍🏫Guide: CNY 201 🅿️Parking: Paid parking lot in the scenic area (CNY 10)

Today, let's go to the scene of "Black Myth: Wukong" and explore the long history of Yongle Palace together~ 🌟 🔸Yongle Palace 📍 Location: No. 128, Yongle North Road, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province 🚗Transportation: Take Bus 109 from Yuncheng to the terminal, then take a taxi for 3 kilometers to the scenic spot, or it is also very convenient to drive there directly. 🌟 About the tour: The Yongle Palace scenic spot is not large. The following is the recommended route for you: Mountain Gate → Lingguan Hall → Sanqing Hall → Chunyang Hall → Chongyang Hall. The murals in Yongle Palace are colorful, the lines are smooth, and the characters are lifelike. Each mural is very vivid. 🌟 Travel tips ✅ During the tour, please protect the cultural relics and do not touch the murals ✅ Please respect Taoist culture, keep the scenic spot clean, and visit in a civilized manner

| A pinnacle of art on par with the Dunhuang murals. [Introduction to Yongle Palace] Built in the Yuan Dynasty, the palace now has four wooden buildings and 1,000 square meters of murals from the Yuan Dynasty. The murals are known as the masterpiece of Chinese painting history and are a treasure of ancient Chinese architecture and mural art. It is also one of the tourist cards of Yuncheng and even Shanxi. [Featured attractions] 1. Yuan Dynasty wooden buildings (4): Longhu Hall, Sanqing Hall, Chunyang Hall and Chongyang Hall 2. Yuan Dynasty murals: There are murals in the three halls, and the "Chao Yuan Tu" in the Sanqing Hall is world-famous, and the mural cultural treasures (there is also a hanging statue at the north gate of the Sanqing Hall, which can be viewed from the side) 3. The caisson and top decoration inside the palace 4. The glazed ridge beast above the roof of the Sanqing Hall is the largest existing ancient building beast, which is of great value. In front of the hall, there are also a pair of cute Yuan Dynasty little lions, with unique shapes and exquisite and exquisite. 5. "Wuji Gate" vertical plaque, the only completely preserved Yuan Dynasty original wooden plaque in the palace 6. The side stele corridor of the hall: records the history of Yongle Palace, the beginning and end of the palace, and the vicissitudes of life. [Key homework] 1. Prepare high-definition pictures in advance. The light in the hall may not be very good. Compare the high-definition pictures to carefully appreciate the details and essence of the murals. For high-definition pictures, please follow the gzh "Optimistic Humanities" "Yongle Palace Chao Yuan Tu Mural Viewing Guide" article. 2. Introduction to 290 immortals in Chao Yuan Tu, please refer to the official video account of "Yongle Palace Mural Protection Research Institute". 3. You can go to Yuncheng Museum to watch the high-definition copy of Chao Yuan Tu first, and you can also take photos with the murals. Currently, photography is not allowed in the Yongle Palace. [Ticket] 60 (peak season) [Explanation] 20/person Tips: 1. Make an appointment for explanation at the ticket office. There are not many interpreters and you may need to wait. When I went there, I was told that I would have to wait for about an hour and a half. If you have time, it is recommended to make an appointment and wait. You can visit it by yourself first, and then visit it again when the explanation comes. The experience will definitely be better! I gave up waiting because of time constraints, and I regretted it a bit. 2. Be sure to do some homework in advance, and then feel the shock brought to you by the physical objects on the spot. The experience will definitely be much better. I didn't do my homework, and I didn't ask for an explanation because of the long waiting time. I just looked at it and felt a little lost after playing, but after I went home, I made up some homework carefully, combined with the feeling on the spot, and I was still aftertaste. 3. After watching Yongle Palace, you can go to "Cooked Meat Shop", next to Ruicheng Hotel

🏯Shanxi's ancient buildings are blooming everywhere. In Yuncheng alone, there are 102 national-level cultural relic protection units. In Ruicheng, the pearl of the Yellow River bordering Tongguan County in Shaanxi Province, you can see this towering ancient pagoda from the Song Dynasty - Shousheng Temple Pagoda, just by wandering around the city. ✔️Shousheng Temple, where the Shousheng Temple Pagoda is located, is one of the earliest Buddhist holy sites in China. The brick pagoda of Shousheng Temple was built by King Ashoka and was destroyed during wars. Currently, except for the brick pagoda, all buildings in the temple are modern imitations of ancient styles. The rebuilt Shousheng Temple is not large, just the most basic temple layout, including the mountain gate, main hall, and east and west side halls. The temple is surrounded by wide streets and urban areas. 1️⃣The ancient pagoda is in the backyard of Shousheng Temple, standing on the most prominent central axis. It was built in the eighth year of Xining in the Northern Song Dynasty, more than a thousand years ago. 2️⃣The ancient pagoda is a brick pagoda in the style of a wooden structure pavilion, with an octagonal plan and a total of thirteen levels. The pagoda body is tall and elegant, with the first level being the highest. From bottom to top, it gradually narrows, and the top of the pagoda is an iron-covered dome, forming a conical outline. Buddha niches are set on all four sides of the second to tenth levels. Bells are hung on the eaves corners of the pagoda body, which jingle when the breeze blows. 3️⃣According to the introduction, there is a small door under the brick pagoda that can be entered, with a wooden ladder leading to the top of the pagoda. However, to protect the cultural relics, the wooden ladder is locked and not open to visitors. The murals on the inner walls of the pagoda from the Song Dynasty cannot be seen in person. 4️⃣Walking out of the temple, you can see the red walls and the pagoda temple reflecting each other. In the distance is the modern human atmosphere, and nearby is the towering ancient pagoda containing a thousand years of history. The ancient pagoda has witnessed the passage of history and the inheritance of culture. 🎫Tickets: Free admission. 📍Address: At the intersection of Sheli East Street and Sheli Street, Guwei Town, Ruicheng County, Yuncheng City. Convenient for self-driving parking, there is a small parking lot outside the temple, free of charge. The county is not large, and you can also take a taxi to get there. 🍱Nearby food: Less than a kilometer away, next to Ruicheng Grand Hotel, there is a 'Cooked Meat Shop,' which is also a local delicacy we found according to the guide. The small shop is very popular. Braised meat is a traditional snack in Ruicheng, especially when the braised meat is added to the golden-baked triangular cake. One bite, crispy and crumbly, so delicious that you can't stop eating. And for more than 20 yuan, you can get three cakes and a medium portion of braised meat. ↪️Recommended one-day tour route in Ruicheng: Guangrenwang Temple → Yongle Palace Scenic Area → Chenghuang Temple Scenic Area → Shousheng Temple Scenic Area → Xihoudu Scenic Area.

Yongle Palace, an artistic gem that transcends time. In the long river of history, Yongle Palace is like a dazzling pearl, emitting a mysterious and charming light. Stepping into it is like entering an ancient and sacred art hall. The exquisite murals are a perfect blend of history and art. Every stroke outlines a fantastical world of myths and legends; every color and ink depicts the ancient people's longing and pursuit of a beautiful life. The figures are vivid and lifelike, with diverse expressions, some solemn and majestic, others lively and graceful, making one marvel at the ancient painters' superb skills. The architecture of Yongle Palace is equally impressive. The ancient halls and solemn eaves bear the weight of time and history. Here, the charm of history and the allure of art intertwine, creating a unique atmosphere that immerses visitors and makes them reluctant to leave. Whether you are a scholar interested in historical culture or a tourist who loves art, Yongle Palace is an unmissable sanctuary. Here, you can appreciate the profoundness of ancient Chinese art and feel the warmth and charm of history. Let us walk into Yongle Palace together and embark on an artistic journey through time and space.

If the wind doesn't come 🌬, let's chase the wind! Embark on a journey to seek the wisdom and aesthetics of the ancients. Let's explore the ancient architectural heritage of Yuncheng together～✨ 📅Day1: 📍Guangrenwang Temple🏛→ 📍Yongle Palace🏯 📍Guangrenwang Temple - A treasure of Tang Dynasty wooden architecture, a living fossil witnessing history. It is not only a miracle of architecture but also a place of cultural heritage. 📍Yongle Palace - Built to commemorate Lü Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals. The mural art is breathtaking, with every stroke filled with stories and vitality 🎨. 📅Day2: 📍Houtu Temple🏛→ 📍Wangrong Dongyue Temple - Feiyun Tower🏢→ 📍Wangrong Ji King Temple🏛 📍Houtu Temple - A place to worship the Earth Mother, feel the reverence for nature 🌱. 📍Feiyun Tower - The first wooden tower in China, every beam and column reveals the ingenuity and wisdom of craftsmen, the mortise and tenon structure is amazing 🧩. 📍Ji King Temple - A temple that carries farming culture, a holy place where people pray for a good harvest 🌾. 📅Day3: 📍Great Buddha Temple🏞→ 📍Xinjian County Jiangzhou Office Scenic Area🏛→ 📍Longxing Temple Longxing Tower-🏯 📍Great Buddha Temple - A Buddhist holy land in the Jin and Yuan Dynasties, the "world's first clay sculpture Buddha" is shocking 🙏. 📍Jiangzhou Office - An ancient government building, as if you can hear the echoes of history. 📍Longxing Tower - A mysterious tower full of legends, its stories are waiting for you to explore 🌌. 📅Day4: 📍Sima Wengong Temple🏛→ Jiezhuo 📍Guan Di Temple🏯 📍Sima Wengong Temple - A place to commemorate the great politician and historian Sima Guang, feel his spirit of integrity and honesty. 📍Guan Di Temple - As the crown of martial temples, it is not only grand in scale but also carries people's respect for the spirit of loyalty and righteousness 🛡. 📅Day5: 📍Yuncheng Museum🏛 📍Yuncheng Museum - A national first-class museum, taking you into the historical scroll of "east of the great river" 📖. 🍜Of course, how can we miss the food on the journey? Jiezhuo lamb soup 🐑, Yuncheng big plate chicken 🍗, Jiangzhou copper hot pot 🍲... every dish is a feast for the taste buds! 🍽 Yuncheng, an ancient yet vibrant city, is waiting for you to discover more stories and secrets! 🌟

⛱️Must-visit spot: Yongle Palace 🌄Travel Tips: Both high-speed rail and self-driving are very convenient in Shanxi. The combo ticket is 125, and Yongle Palace alone is 60. 🏨Accommodation Tips: Hampton by Hilton Yuncheng Salt Lake 💗Other tips: Parking at Yongle Palace Scenic Area is very convenient, you can see it right at the entrance. Park on the right side of the main square at the entrance of the entire scenic area. The scenic area square has small wild entertainment projects for children, as well as snacks. There is a unique Taoist culture coffee shop and painting. The entire scenic area is considered large in ancient architecture (compared to Lantian Water and Land Temple) and is mainly famous for its murals. Guided tours are in high demand, so it is recommended to book one online, otherwise, it might be hard to understand. You need to wear shoe covers in each main hall, which is a bit like when we used to take computer classes as kids. There is no lighting inside the main halls. The Chaoyuan map mainly features Taoist figures, such as the gods of the stars and constellations, generals, and the Yuan Sage. It is much larger than expected, with well-preserved areas. Flash photography is not allowed, so I skipped taking photos to help protect the ancient architecture. Interestingly, there is a tomb of Lü Zu here, and the Emperor Fuyou bows to show respect. In terms of popularity among religious figures, Guanyin Bodhisattva is for Buddhism, and Lü Dongbin, Lü Zu, is for Taoism. Moreover, one of the main halls has two pieces written by Lü Zu on cultivation methods, the Hundred Character Stele. I have known about them for a long time and benefited from them. One is for cultivating nature (spiritual direction), and even if your classical Chinese is not good, you can basically understand the general content. The other is for cultivating life (physical direction), which is much harder to understand. However, you can always ask Baidu or consult a professional Taoist priest; do not practice blindly. The cultural and creative store sells rubbings of these two pieces by Lü Zu. Just buy them without thinking—each comes with twenty sentences, a true ladder to heaven! The secret to immortality doesn't cost 998, just buy it. There are two colors, black or red, which can be framed and given as gifts. Hotel Recommendation: Hampton by Hilton Yuncheng Salt Lake. Yuncheng can be the first stop in Shanxi, followed by Hongtong County Guangsheng Temple • Xixian Xiaoxitian • Taiyuan Jinci • Datong Yungang, and many more. Stay tuned for updates. Welcome to follow.

Yongle Palace is a Taoist temple built in honor of Lü Dongbin, one of the 'Eight Immortals'. The overall layout of Yongle Palace is spacious, with grand and broad individual buildings. The interlacing and overlapping of dougong (bracket sets) and the simple and clear carvings form the typical architectural features of the Yuan Dynasty. The main attractions include murals, the Hall of Three Purities, and the Hall of Pure Yang. The murals of Yongle Palace are treasures of ancient Chinese painting art. The Hall of Three Purities, also known as the Hall of Infinity, is the main hall of Yongle Palace. The Hall of Pure Yang, also known as the Hall of Harmony, is dedicated to Lü Dongbin, the patriarch of the Quanzhen School. Route: Starting from Yuncheng, drive along S239-Yunbao Expressway Ruicheng Connection Line-Yongle North Road to reach Yongle Palace. Precautions: Yongle Palace is a national key cultural relic protection unit. When visiting, pay attention to protecting the cultural relics and the environment. Do not touch the murals and relics. Photography is prohibited inside Yongle Palace. Do not take photos inside the palace.

The renowned Yongle Palace is located in Ruicheng County, Yuncheng. In the 1950s, it underwent a globally notable relocation. Originally one of the three major ancestral courts of the Quanzhen School, Yongle Palace is the most complete existing Taoist architectural complex from the Yuan Dynasty. From south to north, the palace is arranged with the Palace Gate, Wuji Gate, Sanqing Hall, Chunyang Hall, and Chongyang Hall. The construction follows the Song Dynasty's "Yingzao Fashi" and the "Jianzhu Method" from the Liao and Jin periods. The space is grand and imposing, with murals covering the four main halls. The ceilings of the halls are adorned with magnificent caissons, but photography is not allowed. The most clearly preserved and famous mural is the Yuan Dynasty's "Chaoyuan Tu" in the Sanqing Hall. This grand piece, praised as "Immortals Paying Homage, with the Wind Moving Across the Wall," has been seen in 3D reproductions at the Shanxi Museum, Yuncheng Museum, and Guangdong Provincial Museum. However, when visiting the site in person, facing the majestic hall and the grand mural spanning over 400 square meters, even those unfamiliar with art cannot help but be moved. The sense of awe is incomparable to that experienced in a museum.

| Yongle Palace, what did you miss? On the third day of the Lunar New Year, we left as soon as we could and traveled for 6 hours to pay our respects to Yongle Palace, the residence of the gods. I also unexpectedly encountered the New Year celebrations of Yongle Palace here. It is precisely this kind of ancient building that lives in people's daily life that is the reason why it has stood for 700 years. The "Chaoyuan Picture" in the Sanqing Hall of Yongle Palace is the pinnacle work in the history of Chinese murals. Although I have been fascinated by it for a long time, I have read a lot of information, and I have even seen a copy of the mural in Shanxi Museum, but when I really stepped into the main hall, I was overwhelmed by everything. And, all the immortals are lined up, with their clothes and belts fluttering, coming gracefully, up, down, left and right, filling your entire field of vision. In a trance, it seemed as if I was in heaven. Yongle Palace is also one of the three ancestral palaces of Taoism. It has magnificent architecture, regular production, exquisite techniques and strong official style. It is a representative work of the official palace architecture of the Yuan Dynasty. It was built for more than 110 years, almost as long as the Yuan Dynasty. Wuji Gate (Dragon and Tiger Hall), Sanqing Hall, Chunyang Hall and Chongyang Hall are the remains of the Yuan Dynasty. This vlog will take everyone around Yongle Palace, see the buildings, see the murals, and even identify the immortals lined up one by one.

Studying ancient architecture naturally leads one to Guangrenwang Temple. Although not widely known or the most magnificent, it dates back to the fifth year of the Tang Dynasty's Dahe era. The single-eaved Xieshan roof preserved today is typical, simple, and unique. 🔥🔥 The entire scenic area is meticulously arranged, with pavilions and towers, and interestingly designed turns and pauses. You can take stunning photos here in no time. The name of Guangrenwang Temple is also intriguing. Located not far northwest of the famous Yongle Palace, this village is called Longquan Village. In the early years, a spring called Longquan emerged from the high ground north of the village, irrigating the fertile fields, leading locals to build a Dragon King Temple for worship. Inside the temple, the Five Emperors Dragon Kings are enshrined (as seen in the pictures, the statues are quite cute, possibly newly painted, very vibrant). Because of the Five Emperors Dragon Kings, the place was initially called Wulong Temple. It is said that Nuwa once conferred titles upon the five dragons, with the Azure Dragon God as the leader, governing all dragons, and was titled Guangrenwang. Hence, Wulong Temple is also known as Guangrenwang Temple. 🚗🚗 Driving there, there's no dedicated parking lot in front of the temple, you can park anywhere in the village. The scenic area is not crowded, you can register and visit for free, and take photos as you like.

The A-side of Yongle Palace is famous for its murals But photography is not allowed... So how could such a vast Yongle Palace only have murals? Mr. Liang Sicheng once said: 'The roofs of ancient Chinese buildings have never been superfluous.' Look up, it's fascinating, snap away, and you'll discover the B-side of Yongle Palace 🐲Chimera ✅On top of the Hall of the Three Purities: With a dragon head and fish tail, peacock blue glazed tiles, there's even a little man in the dragon's mouth, the Rain Master to the east, and the Thunder God P1 in the middle ✅On top of the Hall of Pure Yang: Huge in size with a wide mouth and sharp teeth, a dragon tail at each end of the chimera, the eastern side features a coiled dragon in the world, the western side a soaring dragon breaking through the sky P1 below ✅On top of the Hall of Double Yang: Similar in design to the Hall of Pure Yang, slightly inferior in detail, after all, the three main halls can't be outdone by the two main halls P1 above 🏯Four Short Men Also known as men with no way out, they usually stand at the front end of the four eaves, in the image of warriors. One version identifies them as: Han Xin, Zhou Yu, Luo Cheng, and Pang Juan, while another version has: Zi Du, Pang Juan, Han Xin, Luo Cheng, standing at the four corners of the Hall of Double Yang in Yongle Palace, all four were talented but had short-lived fates as heroes 🪦The Stele of the Great Morning Reconstruction of the Great Pure Yang Longevity Palace The C-position among all the steles in Yongle Palace, an original from the Yuan dynasty, now fenced off, the stele is very tall, remember to look up ⛩️Architecture Four grand halls, among which the Dragon and Tiger Hall and the Hall of the Three Purities have hip-and-gable roofs, while the Hall of Pure Yang and the Hall of Double Yang have resting hill roofs, with a clear distinction in rank Yongle Palace Please stop obsessing over the legitimacy of taking photos of the murals Look up more, isn't the B-side tempting⁉️