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Hanging Temple Ticket Booking
Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain, southeast suburb of Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi Province
Type: Popular Attractions
Tour Code: DTT-02
Name: 悬空寺
Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00
Ticket check in time: 08:00-12:00/12:00-17:00
The Hanging Temple in Shanxi is a remarkable architectural marvel that defies gravity by clinging to the sheer cliffs of Mount Hengshan. This ancient temple complex is renowned for its unique location, where it appears to be suspended in mid-air, showcasing a blend of Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian elements in its design and structure.
The Hanging Temple was originally constructed in the later period of the Northern Wei Dynasty (491 AD), making it over 1,500 years old to date. The Hanging Temple is a nationally protected cultural heritage site and is regarded as the "Number One Scenic Spot" among the Eighteen Views of Mount Hengshan. In 2010, it was selected as one of the ten most endangered architectural wonders in the world by Time Magazine.
Time for visiting: 1-2 hours
Useful Tips:
1. For safety reasons, access into the Hanging Temple is tightly controlled to manage visitor flow. It is advisable to arrive early to prevent enduring long queues.
2. Hanging Temple is just at the foot of Mount Hengshan, it’s recommended to visit Hanging Temple and Mount Hengshan in the morning, Yingxian Wooden Pogoda and in the afternoon.
3. Located next to the Ticket Office, a cultural and creative shop is available where visitors can purchase souvenirs such as stamps, fridge magnets, and commemorative documents.
Price Inclusion:
Entrance Fee as specific
Service Fee and bank charge
Price Exclusion:
Transfer from and back to hotel
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