Yungang Grottoes & Hanging Temple Tour

Explore Shanxi’s Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes, uncovering ancient Buddhist art and history with expert local guides. Immerse in culture and adventure.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hengshan Hanging Temple (Xuankong si) - The Hanging Temple is situated halfway up a steep cliff on Cuiping Peak of Hengshan Mountain. Historical records indicate that the temple’s origins date back 1,400 years to the later period of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534), although significant reconstructions occurred in subsequent dynasties. The…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • English, French and Mandarin In-Person Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Additional Information

The Yungang Grottoes were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001, celebrated as a “masterpiece of early Chinese Buddhist cave art” and recognized for their influence on the evolution of Buddhist art in China and East Asia. The Hanging Temple, built during the late Northern Wei Dynasty, boasts a history spanning over 1500 years. This temple…

Location
Hengshan Hanging Temple (Xuankong si)
Hengshan,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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