3-Day Road Trip in Linfen: Discover Ancient Architecture and a Relaxing Route for the Whole Family

✨ Who says traveling with kids means only visiting amusement parks? This time, our family drove to Linfen, Shanxi, and spent three days exploring the ancient Chinese-style wonders hidden in "Black Myth: Wukong"! The ancient buildings in Shanxi are scattered, and the distance between each point is more than 1 hour. If you want to have a good time traveling with kids, plan a relaxing itinerary with fewer activities! 🚗[DAY 1: Awaken the Blood of the Yellow River!]🌊 📍Route: Yuncheng—Yellow River No. 1 Highway→Hukou Waterfall Yellow River No. 1 Highway: The best self-driving route! The road is in good condition, and the entire route runs along the Yellow River with many viewing platforms. In winter, you can see the spectacular ice floes on the Yellow River. Hukou Waterfall: The "Yellow River Cantata" in winter may not be as deafening as in summer, but it has its own seasonal charm with the frozen scenery. The Shanxi side is about 3 km from the entrance to the viewing platform, and you can choose not to buy a shuttle ticket if you have time to walk. The Longdong viewing platform on the side offers a full view of the waterfall and is worth a visit.💦 💡Tips: There are many elderly people in the scenic area who offer photo services with donkeys. The photo package includes a red flower dress and headscarf, and costs 20 yuan per session with unlimited time. 🙏[DAY 2: A Day of Divine Meetings]🏯 📍Route: Xixian Xiaoxitian→Puxian Dongyue Temple→Jinwangfen Village→Linfen City Night Tour Xiaoxitian: Be sure to visit Xiaoxitian early! The best lighting is at 8 am! The gods and Buddhas seem to be floating in the air, and the 3,000 colorful sculptures have a natural soft light filter.✨ Dongyue Temple: The "Hell Realistic Exhibition" on the underground floor is very impressive (not for the faint-hearted), and the popular character Leizhenzi is also in this temple. Jinwangfen Village: A small village near Linfen City, where the original residents are descendants of tomb guards. You can see the modern life and the strange sight of tomb-guarding beasts. The village is small and can be toured by car. Linfen City: Dayun Temple and Drum Tower are close to each other and within walking distance. The Drum Tower area is beautifully lit at night. 💡Accommodation: Highly recommend staying near the Drum Tower for convenience in dining and entertainment! In Linfen, you can enjoy a satisfying meal for an average of 40 yuan per person. 🐉[DAY 3: Ancient Architecture Dragon Hunt]🦚 📍Route: Hongtong Guangsheng Temple Feihong Tower→Fencheng Ancient Architecture Complex→Yuncheng ▫Feihong Tower: The glazed tower looks like a giant gem in the sunlight! Compete with your kids to count the Buddha statues on the tower (there are 1,142 in total, but don't take it too seriously~) and explore the interior of the century-old tower. ▫Fencheng Ancient Architecture Complex: A truly living ancient city! The ancient buildings are in harmony with the production slogans, and the whole city has a Jia Zhangke vibe. Check in at the Wukong-style archway in front of the City God Temple. ❤[Warm Tips] ① Prepare some snacks for the long journey, you can't go wrong. ② Bring a power bank, as you'll be taking lots of photos of the eaves and porch details. Bring a notebook for your kids to draw and record the beautiful moments. 🌾Along the way, people often ask, "Can kids understand ancient architecture?" They don't need to! Watching them mimic the stone lions in front of the main hall, draw whirlpools with sticks by the Yellow River, and chase dandelions along the ancient city walls—these vivid experiences have already planted seeds in their hearts.✨