Why choose this Datong tour ?
Enjoy a comfortable, convenient and worry-free private transfer service between any location in Datong and Yungang Grottoes &Hanging Temple.
Explore the amazing sightseeing sites at your own pace.
Datong hotel or railway station to Hanging Temple 1.5 hours on the way.
Datong Hanging Temple to Yungang Grottoes 2 hours on the way.
Yungang Grottoes to hotel or railway station 1 hour on the way .
Vehicle Type:
A 4-seater car for 1-3 travelers
A 7-seater car for 4-6 travelers
A 14-seater car for 7-10 travelers
You need show everyone’s passport to buy the entrance tickets here .
RMB Cash, WeChat and Alipay are available, but bank card is not available at the entrance tickets office.
Make the most of your Datong adventure
What makes Datong Private Self-guided Tour with Chartered Car a unique experience ?
Hanging Temple, a national AAAA level tourist area, is located between the cliffs of Cuiping Peak on the west side of Jinlong Gorge in Hengshan, Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi Province. It was originally called “Xuankong Pavilion”, with “Xuan” derived from Chinese Taoist teachings and “Kong” derived from Buddhist teachings. It was later renamed “Hanging Temple” because the entire temple is like hanging on a cliff. In Chinese, “Xuan” and “Xuan” are homophones, hence the name. [15]
The Hanging Temple was first built in the late Northern Wei Dynasty (491 AD) and has a history of over 1500 years. It is a unique temple that combines Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. The architecture of the “Hanging Temple” is highly distinctive, known for its precipitousness as if facing an abyss. It is known as the slang “Hanging Temple, half a day high, three horse tails hanging in the air”, and is known for its precipitousness as if facing an abyss.
The Yungang Grottoes were excavated over 1500 years ago during Alexander’s Eastern Expedition ．There are currently 45 main caves, 252 niches of different sizes, and over 59000 stone sculptures, making them a treasure trove of Chinese cave art.
The Yungang Grottoes, as the first royal authorized cave in China, reflect the political ambition of the Northern Wei Dynasty. Compared with many grotto temples in China, Yungang Grottoes have the most westernized style. Among them, there are elements of Indian and Western Asian art, as well as Greek and Roman architectural styles, decorative patterns, and visual features, reflecting the origin relationship with major civilizations around the world. This is unique in the treasure trove of Chinese art and is of great significance for the development of Chinese culture and art in future generations.
In 2001, the Yungang Grottoes were listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Datong Private Self-guided Tour with Chartered Car Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- When you visit , your driver waits for you in the parking lot
- Driver
- Pickup & Dropoff in Datong
Not Included
- Gratuity for the driver
- Meals , food and drinks
- Tour guide service
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Local Tour.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Shanghai.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 9 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
