"Cliffs of a Thousand Laughing Buddhas" - Yungang Grottoes!

❤ Recommended reason: Yungang Grottoes - not only the first royal-authorized grottoes in China, but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with significant historical and cultural importance, reflecting the political ambitions of the Northern Wei Dynasty. 🌟 Highlights: Datong Yungang Grottoes, along with Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Luoyang Longmen Grottoes, and Tianshui Maijishan Grottoes, are known as the "Four Great Grottoes," treasures of Buddhist culture! Compared to other grottoes in China, Yungang Grottoes have the most Western style, with strong exotic influences. They feature Indian and Central Asian art elements, as well as Greek and Roman architectural styles, decorative patterns, and facial features. 👍 Most recommended: In my opinion, the murals of Mogao Grottoes are truly the "Pearl of Oriental Art," and Longmen Grottoes represent the pinnacle of stone carving art (I haven't been to Maijishan Grottoes, so I won't comment). Visiting Yungang Grottoes this time, I was truly amazed by its grand scale, majestic atmosphere, and exquisite carving skills. It was worth the trip! 🏨 Hotel environment: I recommend Datong Yungang Jianguo Hotel, with a great location, close to the ancient city, about a 30-minute drive to the Yungang Grottoes, a grand and convenient hotel! 🍽 Dining recommendation: 🌈 Fenglin Pavilion (the driver said it's the best restaurant in Datong) 🌈 Zini 369 Coarse Grain Season (Drum Tower Branch) (good taste, generous portions, enthusiastic service)