MENG TIAN LIVEHOUSE

Great atmosphere, great performance, great singers

Datong, located in the northern part of Shanxi Province, is a famous historical and cultural city in China. It was once the capital of the Northern Wei Dynasty and has rich historical sites and natural scenery. The following is a detailed travel guide to help you enjoy Datong: --- ### **1. Recommended must-see attractions** 1. Yungang Grottoes - **Features**: A world cultural heritage, one of the four major grottoes in China, with 45 existing main caves and more than 51,000 statues, it is the pinnacle of Northern Wei Buddhist art. - **Tips**: It is recommended to hire a tour guide or rent an electronic guide, focusing on visiting Caves 5-6 (gorgeously painted) and Cave 20 (open-air Buddha). - **Tickets**: 120 yuan (peak season: April to October), 100 yuan (off-season: November to March). 2. Hanging Temple - **Features**: This thousand-year-old temple is built on a cliff and is famous for its “strangeness, suspension and ingenuity”. It integrates Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. - **Tips**: You need to buy a separate ticket (100 yuan) to climb the mountain. People who are afraid of heights should be careful; it is recommended to arrive early to avoid the crowds. - **Transportation**: It is about 80 kilometers away from Datong city. You can charter a car or join a day trip. 3. Hengshan - **Features**: The Northern Peak of the Five Sacred Mountains, a Taoist holy place, can be visited on the same day as the Hanging Temple. - **Route**: Take the cable car up the mountain + walk down the mountain to visit the temple complex (such as Hengzong Hall and Huixian Palace). - **Ticket**: 45 yuan, cable car one-way 70 yuan. 4. **Huayan Temple** - **Features**: This is a royal temple of the Liao and Jin Dynasties. The Mahavira Hall is large in scale, and the "Buddha with Palms Folded and Teeth Bared" in the Bhagavatara Hall is a national treasure. - **Ticket**: 50 yuan, it is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening for a quiet atmosphere. 5. Datong Ancient City Wall - **Features**: The city wall was restored from the Ming Dynasty and can be cycled or walked around. The night scene is brightly lit.

My friend brought me here. We bought a set meal of nearly 60 yuan, which included a three-square fruit plate, a snack, and 12 bottles of Budweiser beer. We came at 9:30 after dinner and left at 1:00 in the morning. There are open-air tables and booths. There is no minimum consumption for the open-air tables, and the seats are good and close to the performance stage. There are bands, singers, solos, DJs, and some interactive sessions. My friend also ordered some other items, which cost more than 300 yuan. The drinks and snacks are not cheap. My friend said that some things have doubled in price compared to before. I simply like the performances inside. I can enjoy it to the end without eating or drinking. Next time I come, I will order the set meal of less than 20 yuan. I can't support the venue with money, but I can support the venue with people and give a thumbs up. Although I am 35 years old, my mentality is always 18. I really like this lively atmosphere.