Hanging Temple of Datong, Shanxi | A temple hanging on a cliff

| A temple hanging on a cliff. 【🌱Introduction to Hanging Temple】 Hanging Temple, located at the foot of Mount Heng, was first built in the late Northern Wei Dynasty, more than 1500 years ago. It is a unique temple that combines Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism (it can be said to be the ancestor of the master of balance). The existing buildings are relics repaired during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The Hanging Temple can be divided into several parts: the Zen courtyard, the South Building, the North Building, and the Long Line Bridge. 【🌱Hanging Temple Travel Guide】 ✅ The Hanging Temple is very small and can only accommodate 150 people at a time. Once full, it operates on a one-in-one-out basis. During peak seasons, the queue can be very long. If you travel during holidays and don't want to queue, special forces ➡️ suggest getting up early and arriving before 7:30 to be among the first to climb without queuing. If you can't get up early ➡️ you can choose lunchtime or a bit later in the afternoon when the queue is shorter. 【🌱Hanging Temple Scenic Area Information】 ⏰Opening hours: 08:00~18:00 (June~October), 08:30~17:30 (November~May) ⏰Recommended visit time: 1~2 hours (excluding queuing) 🎟Ticket information: Entrance ticket 15r💰, climbing ticket 100r💰, can be booked online through various channels, and entry is by ID card (student tickets need to be purchased offline). Note❗️❗️❗️ The number of people allowed to climb each day is limited, so be sure to buy tickets in advance! Tickets for major holidays are sold out 4-5 days in advance!