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Datong attractions are mainly historical. The city had been a military stronghold and a Buddhism center for centuries, and its past importance are evidenced by the numerous historical heritages scattered around the region. Datong has two of China's best attractions, the Yungang Grottoes, the largest Buddhist sculpture clusters in China, and the Hanging Monastery, an architectural wonder. Modern Datong is the center of China's coal production . Jinhuagong Coal Mine, one of China's large coal mines, is open to travelers.
Datong is a worthwhile destination for travelers who wish to dig deeper into China's history and culture. Visit Datong on China Highlights' Datong tours.
Tourist Attractions in Datong
Hanging Monastery 4.83/5
Summary This unique monastery hangs 50 meters above the ground on the cliff side, and it is the only one in China which enshrines three religions within one monastery. Introduction The Hanging Monastery is located at the foot of Heng Shan (Heng Mountain, or Mt. Hengshan), which is one of the Five Sacred Mo... more about Hanging Monastery
Datong Nine Dragon Screen Wall 4.12/5
Summary As one of three famous walls of this style in China (the other two are in Beihai Park in Beijing and in front of Taiji Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing), Datong Nine-Dragon Wall is the oldest, largest and the most enchanting one among the three. Overview Built during the Ming Dynasty (1271-136... more about Datong Nine-Dragon Screen Wall
Jinhuagong Coal Mine
Accolades One of China's big coal mines you can see About four or five million tons of coal are produced each year Visitors get to go on guided tours Features China's consumption of coal is increasing. Most of the country still heats and cooks using coal, and China's factories churn out more... more about Jinhuagong Coal Mine
Yungang Grottoes
Summary Enrolled as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 2001, Yungang Grottoes represent the excellent achievement of Buddhist sculptural art of ancient China, and it is the largest among the four most famous ancient grotto complexes in China. Introduction Yungang Grottoes with 252 caves and 51,000 B... more about Yungang Grottoes
Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
Summary It is the only one, the largest and oldest Buddhist pagoda in the world that was totally built with wood. Dimension Yingxian Muta, or Yingxian Wooden Pagoda was built in 1056 during the Liao (CE 916-1125) Dynasty. Yingxian Wooden Pagoda is the oldest all-wood pagoda in China, and the highest all-wo... more about Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
Mt Hengshan
Summary Mount Hengshan is the northernmost of the Five Sacred Mountains in China. Introduction Mt. Hengshan, also variously called Ziyue, Hengzong or Changshan Mountain, is the northernmost of the 'Five Sacred Mountains of China', or 'Wu Yue', as they are called by the Chinese, in recognition of the mounta... more about Mt. Hengshan
Datong Steam Locomotive Museum
Summary It is a steam locomotive museum built at the original site of the New China’s first locomotive factory. Introduction Datong Steam Locomotive Museum is there mainly for the history of the site. It used to be the location of Datong Locomotive Factory, the first locomotive factory opened during ... more about Datong Steam Locomotive Museum
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Hello, James,
The Huayan Temple in Datong has been being renovated for a year and we cannot tell whether it would open in October.
The surrounding of the Yungang Grottoes is also being renovated. But it does not affect the visit inside.
In spite of that, your visit time is correct as the October has the best weather in Datong.
If you need any private travel services, please feel free to contact us at service@chinahighlights.com. We are looking forward to help you further.
Dennis Su
