Pingyao Ancient City

Shanxi Pingyao Ancient City, which has endured more than two thousand years of vicissitudes, the architectural style and market life of the Ming and Qing dynasties, walking through the ancient streets and alleys, the years are peaceful, as if a cup of aged wine, exuding a rich Shanxi charm. Of course, the commercialization here is also very serious, with tourists everywhere, but if you like the history, ancient architecture, and snacks of Shanxi, then Pingyao Ancient City is still and definitely worth it. - 🚉How to get to Pingyao There are Pingyao Ancient City Station (high-speed rail station) and Pingyao Station, Pingyao Station is very close to Pingyao Ancient City, about a 10-minute walk; Pingyao Ancient City Station is about 6 kilometers from Pingyao Ancient City, you can take a taxi or bus route 108. - 📷Recommended travel route Enter from the South Gate➡️Nan Dajie➡️Wenmiao (Confucian Temple)➡️Chenghuang Temple➡️Pingyao County Office➡️Biaoju Museum (Escort Agency Museum)➡️Shilou (City Tower)➡️Majia Courtyard➡️Qingxu Guan (Taoist Temple)➡️Rishengchang Piaohao➡️Climb the city wall at Xi Xi Men➡️Descend the wall at Yingxun Gate➡️Exit from the South Gate. The ancient city is very crowded with tourists during the day and at night, walking is very crowded, but before 7:30 in the morning, there are few tourists in the streets and alleys, which is comfortable to walk around and convenient for taking photos. - 🎫No ticket is required to enter or exit Pingyao Ancient City To visit the 22 scenic spots inside the ancient city, you need to buy a ticket, which costs 125 yuan per person. The spots are crowded with tour groups, which is not a great experience. On the contrary, I really like to walk slowly in the ancient city. 'Again Seeing Pingyao' is a must-visit theater performance when coming to Pingyao Ancient City, and if time permits, it should not be missed. The theater is located outside the west city wall of Pingyao Ancient City. - ⭐️Pingyao Ancient City Scenic Spot Check-in ♦️Ancient City Wall, the time mark of Pingyao Ancient City, climbing the city tower to watch the sunset is very nice. ♦️Majia Courtyard, once the residence of the head of Pingyao, with Ming and Qing architectural styles, great for photography, and you can also overlook the entire Pingyao. ♦️Rishengchang Piaohao, the ancestor of Chinese banks, with a gold vault, silver vault, and even a secret passage. ♦️Pingyao County Government Office, originally built during the Northern Wei Dynasty, with a six-entry courtyard and more than two hundred rooms, it is like a miniature version of the imperial palace. ♦️Confucian Temple, originally built in the early years of the Tang Dynasty's Zhenguan period, it is the earliest surviving Confucian temple. ♦️Qingxu Guan, originally built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, contains buildings such as the Hall of the Three Purities, Jade Emperor Pavilion, and Hall of the Three Officials. - 🍭There are many delicious snacks in Pingyao Ancient City ✅Pingyao Beef✅Pingyao Bowl Coaster✅Knife-Cut Noodles✅Youmian Kaolao ✅Shanxi Guoyou Meat✅Bubble Oil Cake✅Changshanyao (Chinese Yam)✅Tofu Brain ✅Shuijianbao (Water-Fried Buns)✅Cat Ears✅Sea Buckthorn Juice✅Red Noodle Paste ✅Herb Meat✅Cao Family Smoked Meat.

💢Away from home, choose a new place to spend the Spring Festival. ❗️The New Year's Eve dinner in a foreign land has a strange taste, but it has the warmth of home. ❗️Looking for local temple fairs and traditional activities, immersed in different cultural celebrations. ❗️On the streets of a foreign land, we set off fireworks together, taste local delicacies, and feel the unique atmosphere of the New Year. ❗️Change a place, the laughter of the family is still the warmest melody, making the Spring Festival not only a moment of reunion, but also a wonderful moment of discovery and sharing. 💢Destination Recommendations First: Visit Langzhong, the origin of the Spring Festival: 📌This is an ancient city with a long history, bathed in a thousand years of time. 📌The Jialing River is gurgling, carrying the story of the years. 📌The stone slab streets extend like a time tunnel, witnessing the changes of princes and generals. 📌The ancient city wall stands tall, watching the changes of history. 📌Langzhong Temple Fair, shows a rich folk culture, the annual worship established the root of the Spring Festival. 📌Here, ancient porcelain, bluestone alleys, traditional architecture interweave into a historical scroll, immersing people in the long river of time. 📌Langzhong, not only a city, but also a witness of time, an ancient land, carrying countless springs and autumns. Second: Walk into Pingyao Ancient City through the long river of history: 🚩Spend a Chinese New Year in Pingyao Ancient City. Under the ancient city wall, red lanterns hang high, and the old streets are filled with traditional New Year flavors. 🚩The lights of the ancient city are dim, fireworks bloom, and the old wooden window lattices are warm with light. 🚩Walking in the bluestone alley, I heard the old New Year music and saw the red lanterns. 🚩At the end of the street, every household is decorated with lights and colors, emitting beautiful wishes. 🚩In this ancient city, spend reunion time with relatives, feel the warmth of the years, and cross the long river of time. Third: Spend a warm and romantic Chinese New Year in Sanya, Hainan: 📍Spend the New Year in Sanya, Hainan, where the sun is shining and the coconut wind is blowing. 📍The family gathers in a tropical paradise, and laughter echoes on the beach. 📍The rich tropical seafood New Year's Eve dinner is delicious. 📍Bathing in the coconut grove, feeling the southern style. 📍When night falls, the lights are brilliant, the fireworks of Sanya Bay are dazzling, and the fireworks in the sky reflect happy smiles. 📍The joy of family reunion is integrated into the favor of nature, becoming the warmest moment of the year. 📍On this hot land, we welcome the New Year and leave full of national feelings. Fourth: Spend a different Chinese New Year in Altay, Xinjiang: ✅Spend a different Chinese New Year in Altay, Xinjiang, with the unique Kazakh horse riding music in the cold wind. ✅On the snow-capped plateau, the sheep pass leisurely, and the Xinjiang folk colors float in the air. ✅The family sits in a warm felt room, enjoys delicious roasted whole lamb, and spends reunion time. ✅When night falls, the stars are brilliant, and traditional ballads are sung by the bonfire. ✅The taste of Xinjiang's New Year is the strong aroma of milk tea, the tranquility and peace of the snow field. ✅On this vast and beautiful land, have a unique Chinese New Year, and it becomes an unforgettable journey. 4. Enjoy the Spring Festival: A roundup of travel destinations that will thrill you! Tourism Guide Festival Travel Recommendation Officer

It was founded during the reign of King Xuan of Zhou😎, and has a long history of more than 2800 years👏. The entire ancient city is composed of city walls, shops, streets, temples, and residential houses, forming a vast and magnificent architectural complex🤩. Its overall layout strictly follows the Bagua orientation🧐, ingeniously forming a Bagua pattern with four main streets, eight small alleys, and seventy-two winding lanes👀, while the South Street, East Street, West Street, Yamen Street, and Chenghuang Temple Street form a unique 'T'-shaped commercial street😜. Standing on the ancient city walls👣, accompanied by the beautiful sunset in the evening🌇, one can overlook the magnificent panorama of the entire ancient city🧐, as if traveling through a thousand years of time in an instant😍! The city walls are towering and majestic😃, witnessing the vicissitudes of time👀; the streets are narrow and winding😄, filled with an ancient charm🤓; the residential houses are well-arranged😉, displaying a unique architectural style🤗. Pingyao Ancient City🤝, is not only an architectural complex with profound historical significance🤜, but also a brilliant treasure of Chinese culture🤛. It carries the wisdom and emotions of people over thousands of years😇, showcasing the glory and heritage of the Chinese nation to the world🤝!

The Ancient City of Pingyao, standing on the Loess Plateau in Shanxi, is one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in China. After more than 2800 years of history, the 2.25 square kilometers ancient city houses over 300 cultural relics and nearly 4000 traditional buildings. Within the ancient city of blue bricks and black tiles, a large amount of traditional culture is actively passed down in daily life. In 1997, it pioneered China's inclusion of an entire ancient city into the World Cultural Heritage list.

Pingyao Ancient City is located on Kangning Road in Pingyao County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, situated in the central part of Shanxi Province, about 85 kilometers away from Taiyuan City. It is one of the most well-preserved ancient county towns in China. Pingyao Ancient City consists of a large architectural complex that includes city walls, shops, streets, temples, and residential houses, all arranged in a symmetrical layout. The ancient city has six gates. There is no admission fee to enter the ancient city, but individual tickets are required to visit the small attractions within the city, or a through ticket can be purchased. The ancient city is not very large and can be explored on foot. For those who have difficulty walking, electric carts are available. Main attractions: Pingyao City Wall, Pingyao County Government Office, Pingyao Confucian Temple, Pingyao City Tower, Lei Lvtai's Former Residence, Rishengchang Former Site, Baichuan Tong Former Site, Qingxu Guan, Weitai Hou's Former Residence, City God Temple, Huiji Bridge, Zhenguo Temple, Shuanglin Temple, Tianjixiang Museum, Ancient Residential Expo Garden, China Chamber of Commerce Museum, Rare Newspaper Exhibition Hall, Baichuan Tong Jin Merchant Museum, Pingyao Martial Arts Exhibition Hall, Xietongqing Money Exchange Museum, Tongxinggong Armed Escort Agency Museum, etc. Pingyao cuisine: Pingyao beef, Shanxi handmade vinegar, Pingyao bowl stands, red noodle paste, etc.

How much is Shanxi worth going to I'm all talked out This time I've organized the must-see sights in Jinzhong⬇️ ▪️Known as the 'Folk Forbidden City': Wang's Grand Courtyard ▪️The treasure of the temple is the Vairocana statue from the history books: Shuanglin Temple ▪️The most intact ancient city in the Han region of China: Pingyao Ancient City · 🗺Day1 Wang's Grand Courtyard—Shuanglin Temple, stay in Pingyao Itinerary: ✔️9:00-11:30 Wang's Grand Courtyard: Mainly appreciate the beauty of the architecture, Hanfu really takes great photos📍The view from the corner tower overlooking the entire Wang's Grand Courtyard is yyds! ✔️11:30-13:00 You can have a meal and rest ✔️13:00-14:00 Head to Shuanglin Temple🚘45min drive ✔️14:00-16:40 Shuanglin Temple: Thousand Buddha Hall must see Vairocana statue/Bodhisattva seated statue/many small Buddha statues, Heavenly King Hall must see Heavenly King statue, Daxiong Treasure Hall must see the oldest stele—'Aunt's Stele' ✔️16:40-16:55 Shuanglin Temple-Pingyao Ancient City🚘15min drive🉑️Stay in a homestay near the entrance of the ancient city · 🗺Day2 Pingyao Ancient City-Return Itinerary: ✔️9:00-17:30 Pingyao Ancient City: The ancient city is very large, it takes a day to stroll around, if you are in a hurry, it is not recommended to buy a pass❌It will be a bit of a loss 📌If you have time after visiting the ancient city🉑️You can visit the Zhen Guo Temple near the ancient city 🈚️🎫No pass play: ▪️Visit Weng City, check in the military defense facility 'Catching Turtles in the Urn' ▪️Visit Qingping Street, both sides of the street are old houses with a hundred years of history ▪️Visit the ancient market tower, the three-tiered wooden structure tower is rich and magnificent 🈶🎫Buy a pass play: ▪️🉑️Play 2️⃣2️⃣ attractions ▪️Among them, the ancient city wall/county government/Rishengchang Bank/Confucius Temple/Qingxu View are must-sees ▪️There are also some old houses and old shops🉑️Choose your favorite to visit 🥘Recommended Pingyao food ✔️Ancient City Tianyuan Kui Restaurant: 💰Average per person 65+✅Yellow rice cold cake✅Vinegar skin jelly✅Stewed pork are all very special and delicious · ㊙️Attraction tips ☑️Wang's Grand Courtyard: Ticket 55 yuan, open 08:30-17:30 (last entry 17:20) ☑️Shuanglin Temple: Ticket 35 yuan, open 8:00-18:00 ☑️Pingyao Ancient City: Ancient city🆓free, city wall and various houses pass 125 yuan, open 8:00-17:30

✅Must Experience: Pingyao Ancient City does not charge an entrance fee, but there is a charge for the small attractions within the city, which can all be visited with one through ticket. Recommended attractions include the Ancient City Wall, County Government Office, Rishengchang, Confucian Temple, City God Temple, and the China Escort Agency. 🚉Transportation Tips: Cars are not allowed inside the ancient city, and electric carts are the main mode of transportation. 🏨Hotel Recommendation: Xingshengjiu Inn is recommended, priced at less than two hundred, you can stay in a century-old house, including breakfast and free shuttle service. The inn offers picturesque views at every turn, and the rooms are designed with an antique charm, making for a warm and comfortable stay. 🍽Dining Recommendations: There are also many delicacies in Pingyao Ancient City, such as Pingyao beef, Pingyao bowl truss, Pingyao tofu brain, etc. 🌟Highlights: In Pingyao Ancient City, time seems to flow backward, and the years settle here. Each stone slab tells an ancient story; each ancient building carries the weight of history. Stepping into this ancient city is like entering a yellowed scroll. The towering city walls surround the sleeping past. The ancient streets wind and twist, like the veins of time. The ancient streets of Pingyao Ancient City are filled with a strong sense of life. The shops along the street, with a dazzling array of handicrafts, make one feel as if they have traveled back to the prosperous ancient times. As night falls, the ancient city is brilliantly lit. The light of the lanterns, warm and peaceful, adds a touch of mystery to this ancient city. In Pingyao Ancient City, you can feel the sediment of time, the charm of history. Every plant, every brick and tile here exudes a unique charm. It is not just a city, but an epic, an ancient melody, waiting for you to listen, to perceive.

🧡Pingyao, this ancient city with a history of more than 2800 years, is like a thick history book📕. Each page tells a story of the past🏮, and every corner exudes an ancient charm. 👣Walking on the bluestone streets of the ancient city, it feels like traveling back in time. Since you're here, of course, you should play the role of a Jin merchant's young lady~ There are photo studios everywhere in the ancient city🏮, where you can change into costume immediately, which is quite convenient~ On snowy❄️ days, whether you're in the alleys or stepping into👣 ancient houses, touching those bricks and stones that have withstood the test of time🧱, you can feel the sediment of the years🕐, and everything becomes so peaceful and beautiful. In the Pingyao County Government Office, I also met a lovely big orange cat🐱 that was playing in the❄️ snow. It's not afraid of strangers at all and will even come up to you for cuddles, which is quite adorable☺️ 📝There are many attractions in the ancient city of Pingyao, and the following essence route can be referred to, hoping to be of help to you~ 💕Start from the South Gate of the ancient city wall of Pingyao, walk north along South Street, passing by attractions such as the City Tower and Xietongqing Money Exchange Museum. 💕Continue north to visit the Pingyao County Government Office. 💕Then turn to the west side of West Street to tour the former site of Rishengchang Piaohao.

I've been to Pingyao N+1 times! Sharing a no-pitfall travel guide!!! ⭕️ All the attractions in the ancient city are in the off-season Including Rishengchang, the County Government Office, the Confucian Temple, the Ancient City Wall, Shuanglin Temple, etc. ⭕️ Discounts are available for students or the elderly, among others. ✅ 2-day 1-night city walk itinerary🚶: Day1⃣: County Government Office → City God Temple → Confucian Temple → South Street (Escort Agency and Xietongqing) → Qingxu Taoist Temple → Rishengchang Day2⃣: Erlang Temple → Ancient City Wall (enter from the North Gate, exit from the West Gate) → See Pingyao Again → Shuanglin Temple and Zhenguo Temple → Return trip (adjust direction according to the starting point) ✅ Transportation: 🚄 High-speed train arrives at 'Pingyao Ancient City Station', which is about ten-plus kilometers away from the ancient city, requiring a ride on bus 108 or a taxi. 🚂 Train arrives at 'Pingyao Station', about a fifteen-minute walk from the West Gate, no need for a bus. 🚗 If driving, park in one of the parking lots around the ancient city, very convenient! Pingyao does not have an airport, the nearest airport is Taiyuan Wusu ✈️ Airport! ✅ Summarized 8 tips to avoid pitfalls! Save it for your trip! ❶ The most photogenic places include four main streets, the Market Tower and the City Tower, as well as many undeveloped alleys. Pingyao Ancient City is known as the best-preserved ancient city in China! ❷ There are a lot of portrait photography shops, everyone must discern carefully, choose a shop with a good reputation, I did my research and went to Yunjintang, the results were satisfying, I recommend sisters to check it out. ❸ Remember to wear a pair of comfortable flat shoes, there are many scattered attractions in Pingyao, and it will be tiring after a day of walking. ❹ The night view is a must-see, and the 3D light show at Yingxunmen Square at 8 pm is very impressive. ❺ For dining, you can choose time-honored restaurants, such as Hongwuji, Dongji Chaobowl Detach. Or go to the snack street near the West Gate. ❻ For accommodation, the first choice is the inns within the ancient city, which are plentiful and inexpensive during the off-season, you can find them in the alleys for good value. If you prefer chain hotels, you can go to the West Gate or South Gate. ❼ For local products, go to specialty stores, and for branded items, you can choose Guanyun for beef, and Yonglonghao for promoting lacquerware. ❽ For items in the scenic area, learn to bargain hard, remember to haggle fiercely!

Recently, I took a spontaneous trip with a good friend over the weekend, and since we had 2 days and 1 night for the weekend, we went to Pingyao Ancient City 🏮 About Pingyao Ancient City This place has preserved the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties It is also the most intact ancient city in the Han region Founded during the reign of King Xuan of Zhou It has a history of more than 2800 years 🏮 About Fun Scenic area pass: 100 yuan/person, valid for 3️⃣ days Includes a total of 22 attractions (museums), among which the must-visit ones are: 1️⃣ Ancient City Wall | 🌟 One of the best-preserved city walls in China 2️⃣ Rishengchang Piaohao | The earliest bank in China 3️⃣ Pingyao County Government Office | 🌟 One of the four great ancient county government offices in China, and also the largest in the country 4️⃣ Xietongqing Money Exchange | Take a look at the underground vaults of the past 💰 5️⃣ Tongxinggong Armed Escort Agency 6️⃣ Confucian Temple | The oldest existing Confucian temple at all levels 7️⃣ Qiao Family Courtyard | 🌟 A great place for niche photography, the director's office is the father-in-law of Qiao Zhiyong of Qiao Family Courtyard, and from the viewing platform, you can overlook the entire Pingyao Ancient City 8️⃣ Once Upon a Time in Pingyao | 🌟 A work by director Wang Chaoge, this is a must-see! Not watching is basically a wasted trip! The first show: 14:00~15:30 The second show: 19:00~20:30 9️⃣ 3D Light Show | Performed at 8 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at the Yingxun Gate 🏮 About Food: 1️⃣ Must-try Shanxi cuisine: Tian Yuan Kui & Hong Wu Ji Both are super 🔥 popular restaurants in the ancient city, located directly opposite each other, with an average cost of less than 100 per person. I personally prefer Tian Yuan Kui, which offers more choices of dishes and the service adds points, with seats by the window available. 👏 Signature dishes include: Long Dragon Eggplant, Beef Kaolao, Pingyao Beef, Yellow Rice Cake, Fried Bowl Bald, Oil Tea... 2️⃣ Mr. Liang's Yogurt 🥛 The signature is sea buckthorn yogurt (nice texture, not available outside) Old Vinegar Yogurt (looks like dark cuisine, didn't dare to try) 🏮 About Accommodation This time we stayed at the Jin Merchant Courtyard inside the scenic area Mainly for convenience within the scenic area It's a century-old cultural heritage house, with a sense of historical and cultural accumulation For those not used to sleeping on a kang, we stayed in a normal bed 🏮 About Transportation 🚗 Self-driving: Park at the parking lot next to the small south gate of the ancient city, walk into the scenic area, and do not drive into the ancient city 🚄 High-speed train: Pingyao Ancient City Station, a taxi costs about 20 yuan to get there; most inns within the scenic area can also arrange pick-up 🚂 Train: Pingyao Station, enter from the west gate, about a 10min walk to reach 🏮 About Specialties 1️⃣ Guanyun Pingyao Beef 2️⃣ Yonglonghao's lacquerware crafts 3️⃣ Vinegar shops with various flavors of Shanxi old vinegar, vinegar cakes 4️⃣ Cultural and creative shop's small refrigerator magnets

💢Away from home, choose a new place to spend the Spring Festival. ❗️The New Year's Eve dinner in a foreign land has a strange taste, but it has the warmth of home. ❗️Looking for local temple fairs and traditional activities, immersed in the joy of different cultures. ❗️On the streets of a foreign land, we set off fireworks together, taste local delicacies, and feel the unique atmosphere of the New Year. ❗️Change a place, the laughter of the family is still the warmest melody, making the Spring Festival not only a moment of reunion, but also a wonderful moment of discovery and sharing. 💢Destination recommendation First: Visit Langzhong, the origin of the Spring Festival: 📌This is an ancient city with a long history, bathed in the light of a thousand years. 📌The Jialing River is gurgling, carrying the story of the years. 📌The stone slab streets extend like a time tunnel, witnessing the alternation of princes and generals. 📌The ancient city wall stands tall, watching the changes of history. 📌Langzhong Temple Fair, shows the rich folk culture, the annual worship established the root of the Spring Festival. 📌Here, ancient porcelain, bluestone lanes, traditional buildings interweave into a historical scroll, immersing people in the long river of time. 📌Langzhong, not only a city, but also a witness of time, an ancient land, carrying countless springs and autumns. Second: Walk into Pingyao Ancient City through the long river of history: 🚩Spend a Chinese New Year in Pingyao Ancient City. Under the old city wall, red lanterns hang high, and the old streets are filled with traditional New Year flavors. 🚩The lights of the ancient city are dim, fireworks bloom, and the old wooden window lattices are filled with warm light. 🚩Walking in the bluestone alley, I heard the old New Year music and saw the red lanterns. 🚩At the end of the street, every household is decorated with lights and colors, emitting beautiful wishes. 🚩In this ancient city, spend reunion time with loved ones, feel the warmth of the years, and travel through the long river of time. Third: Spend a warm and romantic Chinese New Year in Sanya, Hainan: 📍Spend the New Year in Sanya, Hainan, where the sun is shining and the coconut breeze is blowing. 📍The family gathers in a tropical paradise, and laughter echoes on the beach. 📍A rich tropical seafood New Year's Eve dinner, delicious. 📍Bathing in the coconut grove, feeling the southern style. 📍When night falls, the lights are brilliant, the fireworks of Sanya Bay are dazzling, and the fireworks in the sky reflect happy smiles. 📍The joy of family reunion is integrated into the favor of nature, becoming the warmest moment of the year. 📍On this hot land, we welcome the New Year and leave a full sense of home and country. Fourth: Spend a different Chinese New Year in Altay, Xinjiang: ✅Spend a different Chinese New Year in Altay, Xinjiang, with the unique Kazakh horse riding music in the cold wind. ✅On the snow-covered plateau, the sheep pass leisurely, and the Xinjiang folk colors float in the air. ✅The family sits in the warm felt room, enjoys the delicious roasted whole sheep, and spends reunion time. ✅When night falls, the starry sky is brilliant, and traditional ballads are sung around the bonfire. ✅The New Year's flavor of Xinjiang is the strong aroma of milk tea, the quietness and peace of the snow field. ✅On this vast and beautiful land, have a unique Chinese New Year, and it becomes an unforgettable journey. Have you thought about where to go for this Spring Festival?

Taking advantage of the break, I went on a tour of ancient Shanxi architecture🌿 This is a special feature on Pingyao, where I'll tell you about the sightseeing and dining route, as well as tips for purchasing tickets and watching the show 'Once Again Pingyao'🌵 【Tickets🎫】 ① Available for purchase on all major platforms, 125 yuan per person ② Free admission for those aged 60 and above, just swipe your ID card for free entry‼️ Let me tell you a secret, if you're just a few months shy of 60, you can also get in for free, I've tested it myself🤫 ③ Ancient city attractions opening hours: 8:00-18:00, friends take note of the time! 【Tour Route】 West Gate→Majia Courtyard→the entire South Street (including Rishengchang, City Tower, Xietongqing, Escort Agency...)→City God Temple→Confucian Temple→County Government Office to watch the 15:30 court session performance→Dinner on South Street→19:30 'Once Again Pingyao' theater 【Must-Visit Attractions🌸】 ①Majia Courtyard | A niche spot for photography📸 Climb up to the viewing platform to overlook the entire Pingyao ②Rishengchang Piaohao | The ancestor of the Bank of China, with a gold vault, silver vault, and even a secret passage🙈 ③Pingyao County Government Office | With a history of 600 years, it's the largest existing one in the country👍🏻 ④Tongxinggong Escort Agency | Founded by the nationally renowned master Wang Zhengqing in 1855, 'Once Again Pingyao' also tells the story of escorting valuables💖 ⑤Confucian Temple | A school for worshipping Confucius throughout the dynasties🏫, suitable for taking children to experience, it's the only Confucian temple from the Song Dynasty in the country❗ ⑥City Tower | You'll see it as you walk along👀 【County Government Office Court Session Times】 Weekday performance times: 9:30, 11:00, 15:30 An additional session on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays: 16:50 ❗For those who enter in the morning, you can first visit the City God Temple and Confucian Temple, then head back to the County Government Office, just in time for the 15:30 session. After watching the performance, head to South Street for dinner, and then catch the 7:30 show of 'Once Again Pingyao' 【Once Again Pingyao】(Highly recommended🧡) ①Tickets 238 yuan per person, a must-see❗ ②Performance times: 14:00-15:30, 19:00-20:30 ③It's an immersive theater experience, where you're not just a tourist, but also an extra😍 There's a lot of NPC interaction, and the actors are fantastic ④Important‼️ Important‼️ Important‼️ There will be 2 waves of entry at the start, make sure to enter in the second wave❗ Because those in the second wave get to choose seats first There's no need to crowd into the theater, you can see clearly from any position, and if you want to get closer to the performance, you can move towards the front of the stage 【Delicacies🍜】 ①I ate at the 'People in the North' restaurant, the taste was very good, and there was a group discount, with free tea oil🍵 ②'People in the North' and 'Mother's Vinegar Workshop' are the same establishment, and you can get discounts at both ③🍝 Bowl holders, Pingyao beef, sweet and sour meatballs, long dragon eggplant, yellow rice cake, beef kaolao, fragrant vinegar eggs, various vinegar braised pots, tea oil...