2-Day Lunar New Year Tour of Xinzhou: The Ultimate Guide
For those of you who want to visit Xinzhou during the Lunar New Year, here's a 2-day tour guide you can't miss! New year, new ways to play. Check it out now!
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📅 Itinerary:
Day 1: Mount Wutai—Dailuo Ding
On this day, we will embark on a mysterious journey to Mount Wutai, then climb to Dailuo Ding to enjoy the charming natural scenery and religious culture. 🏞️
Day 2: Wuye Temple—Shuxiang Temple—Zhenhai Temple
Visit Wuye Temple to experience the profound Buddhist culture; then visit Shuxiang Temple to appreciate the beauty of ancient architecture; finally, visit Zhenhai Temple to experience tranquility and solemnity. 🏯
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Must-see attractions:
🌟 Mount Wutai ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Taihuai Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province
Opening hours: All day
Duration: 1–3 days
Mount Wutai, with its platform-like peaks, is not only a beautiful place, but also a Buddhist holy land with many temples. History and faith are intertwined here.
🔥 Wuye Temple ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Wanfo Pavilion, Taihuai Town, Mount Wutai Scenic Area, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province
Opening hours: 08:00–17:00
Duration: 2–3 hours
Wuye Temple, the Dragon King Temple, is a popular place of worship. The north-facing temple also has a theater stage, combining culture and leisure.
🙏 Shuxiang Temple ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Ming and Qing Street, Mount Wutai Scenic Area, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province (near Wuye Temple)
Opening hours: 06:00–17:00
Duration: 1–3 hours
Shuxiang Temple is home to a statue of Manjusri Bodhisattva. Each statue is extremely exquisite, a close combination of art and faith.
🌄 Dailuo Ding ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Mount Wutai Scenic Area, Taihuai Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province
Opening hours: 07:15–18:45
Duration: 1–2 hours
As a holy place for the pilgrimage to the five peaks, every step of Dailuo Ding is full of wisdom. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the temples on the four peaks.
🏯 Zhenhai Temple ⭐⭐
Address: Mount Wutai Scenic Area, Taihuai Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province
Opening hours: 08:00–17:00
Duration: 2–5 hours
In Zhenhai Temple, the Guanyin Hall is home to three Bodhisattvas. It is a quiet and peaceful place to find inner peace.
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Travel preparation:
👗 Clothing: We recommend bringing a windbreaker and long pants to adapt to the mountain climate, and a warm coat for the evening.
🎒 Accessories: A hat and sunglasses are essential to protect you from the sun and enhance your style. A light scarf will protect you from the wind and keep you warm.
📂 Documents: Keep your ID card, student ID, etc. safe, and bring some cash in case of emergency.
🧴 Daily necessities: Sunscreen and moisturizing cosmetics are essential. You can also bring some band-aids and other emergency supplies.
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On your trip to Xinzhou, you can't miss the beautiful scenery and delicious food. Make your plans now! 🌈 Remember to like and save this post, and share more travel fun~🌟