Visit Datong in Winter - It's the Perfect Time!

Datong, a city in northern Shanxi Province, is like a shining pearl with its unique charm. The long river of history has left a deep mark here. As one of the nine ancient capitals of China, Datong has a history of thousands of years. In the ancient Northern Wei Dynasty, it was the political, economic, and cultural center of the north. Today, as a city that combines ancient and modern elements, Datong is rich in tourism resources and is popular with tourists. This winter, I came to Datong, Shanxi Province. Traveling to Datong in winter and avoiding the peak season, I not only experienced the ice and snow sports culture of Datong and enjoyed skiing and skating, but also easily visited cultural attractions such as the ancient city and grottoes. There were not many tourists at the attractions during the off-season, so I could visit and take photos more freely. Here is a four-day, three-night travel guide for you. Travel Route Huayan Temple - Bell Tower - Sipailou - Drum Tower - Nine-Dragon Wall - Chunyang Palace - Shanhua Temple - Fuwen Temple - Guandi Temple - Nine-Dragon Wall - Fahua Temple - Climb the city wall to watch the sunset - Night tour of Datong Ancient City Accommodation Recommendation: I highly recommend this homestay, which is located around the attractions, so you can travel efficiently without taking detours! If you want to join a group tour, it is also very close. In general, it is convenient to go anywhere! It only cost the four of us a little over 100 yuan. Who would believe it! I will definitely come back next time! This homestay is really cheap, but the room is really big. I really don't like rooms that look cramped and crowded, which makes me feel suffocated! The mattress is super comfortable. I asked the owner and found out that it is a 3D silk mattress. 🛏️ It's so cheap and of such high quality that I was moved to tears. The owner is really conscientious! The room is very clean and equipped with a smart door lock, which is a blessing for forgetful people like us. The high-definition projector is great. After traveling, I lay on the bed, ordered takeout, and watched a movie. It was so wonderful! Food Sliced noodles, assorted copper hot pot, cold noodles, lamb offal, oil cake, iron pot cake, Baihua Shaomai...