The First Pass of China! A Journey Through Time and Space!
Yanmenguan, this historic pass located within Dai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province, is known as "The First Pass of China" for its towering grandeur and profound cultural heritage. As a national 5A tourist attraction, an important node of the World Cultural Heritage—the Great Wall, and a key national cultural relics protection unit, Yanmenguan carries more than three thousand years of vicissitudes and countless heroic legends, making it an indelible historical mark in the hearts of all Chinese descendants.
🍀 Must-visit Attractions:
1. Yanmenguan Great Wall: Trek along the winding ancient Great Wall, touch the traces of time between the bricks and stones, and feel the valiant spirit of the ancient frontier soldiers. Ascend the watchtower, gaze into the distance, and appreciate the magnificent scenery inside and outside the Great Wall, experiencing the strategic importance of 'one man guarding the pass, ten thousand unable to break through.'
2. Yanmenguan Museum: The museum's detailed graphic displays and precious historical relics unveil the thousand-year history of military, trade, and cultural exchanges at Yanmenguan.
3. Ancient Pass Road and Post Station Ruins: Stroll along the ancient pass road, follow the footsteps of the ancients, and imagine the bustling scenes of merchant caravans and envoy horses shuttling through. Visit the post station ruins and experience the wisdom of the ancient communication and transportation network.
4. Yang Family Generals Cultural Experience Area: Centered around the Yang Family Generals' resistance against the Liao Dynasty, the area offers live reenactments and interactive experiences that immerse you in the loyal and heroic historical narrative.
🍀 Detailed Address:
Yanmenguan Scenic Area, Yanmenguan Town, Dai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province
🍀 Transportation Tips:
① Self-driving: Yanmenguan is about 200 kilometers from Taiyuan City. Drive along the G55 Erguang Expressway and take the exit for Dai County. After exiting the highway, follow the road signs for about 20 kilometers to reach the scenic area.
② Public Transportation:
- Train: Take a train to Daixian Station, then transfer to a local tourist shuttle bus or taxi to Yanmenguan Scenic Area.
- Long-distance Bus: Take a long-distance bus from Taiyuan, Xinzhou, and other places to Daixian. After arriving, transfer to a tourist shuttle or taxi as well.
🍀 Food Recommendations:
① Daixian Crisp Pear*: The crisp pears grown around Yanmenguan are crunchy, juicy, and sweet, making them an excellent choice for quenching thirst, moisturizing the lungs, and beautifying the skin.
② Daizhou Stewed Fish*: Made with local fresh fish and slow-cooked, the fish is tender, and the soup is rich and flavorful, offering a unique taste.
③ Yellow Rice Cake: A specialty snack of Dai County, with a golden, crispy outer layer and a sweet, soft filling. Paired with a bowl of steaming lamb offal soup, it's a true delight for the taste buds.
🍀 Nearby Attractions Recommendations:
1. Yang Zhongwu Temple: A temple dedicated to the worship of the Northern Song Dynasty general Yang Ye and his descendants, offering a deep understanding of the Yang Family Generals' loyalty and their sense of duty to the family and country.
2. Ashoka Tower: Located in Daixian County, the thousand-year-old tower has a beautiful shape and is an important physical testament to the eastward spread of Buddhism.
3. Zhao Gao Guan National Forest Park: A natural ecological area not far from Yanmenguan, known for its caves, peculiar peaks, and forest landscapes, it is a great place for hiking adventures and leisurely sightseeing.
Very worth punching in the attraction, great! The climb is not too high and not tired. According to the tourist route map, every point can be visited. It is best to enter from the north gate when you come. If you go from the south gate to the north gate, you can walk for at least 40 minutes. Those who like to walk can choose the south gate.
I took my son to Yanmenguan to play. The children rode camels and climbed the Great Wall. They were very happy. There is no strong sun cover on the Great Wall. Everyone must do a good job of sun protection. The slope of the Great Wall stairs is relatively large. It is recommended to install lightly.
The car is very clean, the service attitude is very good, the road chosen is also a quiet road, and it is also a high-speed, a very comfortable trip. Datong's baby is also really much, and I learned a lot of knowledge. I will choose Trip.com for the next trip.
From Taiyuan by car, about 180 kilometers, about two hours, we chose the north gate, the day before the Qingming Festival, the anus gate on a foggy day, the wind is relatively large, although it is already April, the scenic spot is still relatively cold, although the overall outline and vision of the mountain can not be seen, But the clouds are lingering, like a fairy mirror, in the sea of clouds, it is another mood. My child feels how difficult it is to climb, and the speed is faster than me.
Animenguan is really beyond expectations of praise 👍 ignorant me, even I don't know that there is also a Great Wall 😅😅 ignorant me, know Yangjia will know the Animenguan, but I don't know that Yangjia will guard the town is Animenguan ~ I strongly suggest that you can ask for an official explanation in the visitor center. Super interesting, I believe you will not be disappointed after listening. Although the anus is very cold in winter, there are few tourists. The photos are praised and the films are made. The explanation of the lady super will shoot, and you must manually like it!
This scenic spot is very good. As soon as you enter the scenic spot, you can see Yangjiajiang, 24 heroes and good men riding warhorses. The scenic spot is even more spectacular. First, you come to the Dilimen and then to the dangerous gate, and then go up. One side is the Wild Goose Pagoda and the other is the wind and fire platform. This is also the highest point. When you see this situation, you can think of the momentum of Yang's hero and good man.
We drove to the south gate on April 13th (Baidu navigation nearly 60% from the south gate). We just entered the scenic spot. We saw that it was deserted and not like the scenic spot. We told the brother who checked the ticket that after coming out of the south gate, we would enter the north gate. He said that he could inform the colleagues at the north gate to check the ticket and like the staff of the scenic spot. It takes 40 minutes to drive from the south gate to the north gate. The main entrance of the gate is at the north gate. Most of the attractions are at the north gate. It is convenient to buy tickets on Trip.com. It is convenient to brush the QR code or ID card.