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taiyuan, an ancient capital standing at 37 degrees north latitude and built 2,500 years ago, has gone through vicissitudes and is now prosperous. in autumn, under the blessing of the temperate monsoon climate, the sky is as blue as a wash, and the air is fresh and clear, as if every breath is a gift from nature. at this time, taiyuan has faded the heat of summer, bid farewell to the bustling crowds, and ushered in the most comfortable season. the sun shines on the ancient buildings, reflecting soft light and shadows, as if stained with the golden color of time.

inside the shanxi merchants museum

those who really know how to travel often choose taiyuan in autumn, wandering in this city that was once the capital of three dynasties and the secondary capital of five dynasties like natives. from the city walls in the morning mist to the ancient temples in the afterglow of the sunset, they use a slow-living attitude to throb with the pulse of the city. they understand that deconstructing a city is not about checking in in a hurry, but about integrating into it, taking your time, avoiding the crowds, and getting to know the details of the city in a close way.

feel the unique charm of this ancient capital in autumn. you will find that taiyuan's autumn is not only a beautiful scenery, but also a leisurely time blending history and modernity.

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taiyuan city is a city with confucianism, buddhism and taoism.

low-key "show off wealth"

in taiyuan, and even in shanxi, you will always be amazed by the ancient buildings you encounter around you.last night, you might still be marveling at the ancient charm and rich history of the shanxi hotel with its carved beams and painted buildings. the carefully carved double-eaved light and shadow under the night sky seemed to put you in the comic world created by hayao miyazaki.

shanxi hotel

today, our first stop, chunyang palace, will surely amaze you.chunyang palace has the only nine palaces and eight trigrams courtyard in the country, and its other identity is the shanxi ancient architecture museum, where high-level ancient architecture exhibitions are held regularly. every visitor who visits here will be amazed by taiyuan's profound cultural heritage.here, you will feel taiyuan's low-key "show of wealth". after all, the first batch of national treasures that were banned from leaving the country, the nirvana transformation stele, is only placed in a corner of the eaves, accompanied by precious cultural relics. cultural relics of this level are too numerous to count in chunyang palace. covering an area of ​​10,000 square meters, chunyang palace truly achieves tranquility in the bustling city.

chunyang palace

fifty meters east of chunyang palace, the magnificent building is theshouyi gate, formerly known as cheng'en gate, was first built in the ninth year of the hongwu reign of the ming dynasty. during the war years of xinhai, after the rebel army entered taiyuan city, the gate was renamed shouyi.from cheng'en to shouyi, this city gate witnessed the historical process of taiyuan's transition from feudalism to democracy.

may day square, shanxi university hall

continue eastward and enter houjia lane. in the middle of the lane, at courtyard no. 9, there is a gray and white building that is highly recognizable. this is the former site of shanxi university.this 120-year-old building is one of the three earliest universities in china. it was founded in taiyuan in 1902 by british missionary timothy richard with 500,000 taels of silver as compensation for the shanxi incident. this school has both european-style arched windows and square windows, as well as typical chinese-style parapet walls.here, a building carries the history of the country, shows the modern education of shanxi, and is a tragic song of the late qing dynasty. however, it is regrettable that this historic old site of shandong university is not open to the public at present, and we can only look at it from across the wall.

wenying park

at the eastern end of houjia lane, the northern turn is shangguan lane. going north along the lane for 100 meters, you will come to an ancient building complex with red walls, green tiles and heavy eaves - taiyuan confucian temple. the current confucian temple was rebuilt in the eighth year of guangxu (1882) by zhang zhidong, then governor of shanxi, while the earliest confucian temple can be traced back to the seventh year of taipingxingguo (982) in the song dynasty. the old confucian temple was destroyed in the seventh year of guangxu (1881) in the qing dynasty due to the bursting of the fen river.the site of the new confucian temple occupied part of the old site of chongshan temple. in the third year of tongzhi (1864), chongshan temple suffered a fire and most of the buildings in the temple were burned down.this also explains why the confucian wenmiao and the buddhist chongshan temple are separated by only a wall, as if they were water and fire, yet they are connected by fate.

temple of literature

the coexistence of the confucian temple and the chongshan temple reflects the inclusive spirit of the city of taiyuan, while also conveying the tenacious and persistent spirit of the ancients.in autumn, the vermilion porch and the golden ginkgo trees of the confucian temple complement each other beautifully. whether it is the tall red walls with mottled shadows of trees or the quaint window lattices inside the walls, they are all perfect places for taking pictures.friends who like folk customs must also know that the confucian temple is not only a treasure of ancient buildings, but also the taiyuan folk museum. the folk customs exhibition in the east and west corridors will definitely become another reason for your visit.

taiyuan folk museum, chongshan temple

taiyuan confucian temple and chongshan temple are separated by only a wall, and dilianggong street connects these two ancient buildings. this street, nicknamed "the most beautiful street in taiyuan" by netizens, is truly worthy of its name. the alley is only 200 meters long and less than 8 meters wide, with green trees and towering red walls. the two ancient buildings complement each other, injecting a deep cultural heritage into this alley.when visiting chongshan temple, you must focus on the ming dynasty dabei hall. this ming dynasty wooden structure, which is 20 to 30 years older than the hall of supreme harmony in the forbidden city in beijing, miraculously survived the fire in the third year of the tongzhi reign and became the only relic of chongshan temple.according to historical records, the existing buildings are only one forty-sixth of the size of the original temple, which makes people wonder how magnificent the "zong tang ruins" must have been back then.

chongshan temple

the process of the tour is like being in a vivid history textbook, which slowly unfolds the magnificent picture of taiyuan city over the past thousand years.taiyuan, an ancient capital with a 2,500-year history, shows its unyielding character and unyielding spirit to the world through these seemingly "showy" carved beams and painted buildings, brackets and mortise and tenon joints. behind these ancient buildings are the wisdom and hard work of the people of taiyuan.they created glory with their ingenuity, carved history with their hands, and integrated their spirit and beliefs into every brick and tile. taiyuan's ancient buildings not only bear witness to history, but are also the crystallization of the wisdom of countless generations, and carry the endless power and hope of this land.

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the bell and drum towers inhale the dust and smoke,

you can draw his face.

just like he yong wrote "bell and drum tower" for beijing, every city has the dazzling stars when you look up, and the various forms of life when you look down. and every city is inseparable from the warm moments of fireworks.at noon, walk into the food street of taiyuan and experience the "gluttonous feast" in the childhood memories of taiyuan people. at the xueshan cold drink hall at the street corner, you must order a cup of sea buckthorn ice cream, which contains the sweetness in the childhood memories of every taiyuan person, letting the sour and sweet bloom on the tip of the tongue, and get close to this city from the depths of the taste buds. in addition to vinegar, sea buckthorn is also a way to understand the obsession of shanxi people with sourness. then go to quanwazi's house for a bowl of dandan noodles, or yangji for a sausage. after filling your stomach, feel the stubbornness and seriousness of shanxi people towards noodles, because the deeper level of food depicts the nostalgia.

taiyuan food street, chanting tower

walking eastward from the north intersection of food street, you will pass the former site of shanxi bank and the inconspicuous chanting tower. these scattered small attractions may not be stunningly beautiful, but their existence still makes people sigh from time to time. at the north end of food street, behind the screen wall is the shanxi merchants museum; many people know the alias of this place because of yan xishan - the governor's mansion.walk into the west garden corridor, have a cup of tea, and then go to meishan to see the gothic-style clock tower. the pace of slow life continues in every corner of this ancient city.

inside jiefang department store

exit the west gate of the shanxi merchants museum and walk north for about 400 meters, you will encounter the "fanghua" story that is unique to taiyuan. the jiefang department store, which is about to celebrate its 70th anniversary, is just as the uncle in "fanghua" said, "today's sun cannot dry tomorrow's clothes. time decides everything." yes, time has made generations of people in taiyuan deeply engrave the dazzling array of goods and the high quality and low prices of this department store in their memories.those glass containers that are still in use today still display the best-selling goods of the last century. this is a story about the common memory of taiyuan people, just like there is a "flower" blooming in everyone's heart.

jiefang road catholic church

continue walking north for about 300 meters from the jiefang department store, and we will end today's tour of taiyuan's ancient buildings at a church.the jiefang road catholic church was rebuilt in the 31st year of the reign of emperor guangxu (1905). it stands majestically in this ancient city with a strong ancient roman art style, becoming a typical representative of religious architecture in taiyuan during the late qing dynasty and the early republic of china.as you enter the cathedral from the north door, you will be immediately surrounded by a tranquil atmosphere. the towering dome, the solemn stone pillars, the light shining through the stained glass windows onto the empty marble floor, each beam of light illuminates the compassion and love in people's hearts. this scene is full of movie-like images, and any moment can be frozen into a frame of deep emotion. whether you are shooting portraits here or setting an emotional story, you can gain a lot.

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let's go to the evening ferry together,

aesthetics from ancient times to the present and thousands of years in the same frame

if you only have one hour to learn about contemporary taiyuan, then binhe park is the best choice. i have always been reluctant to define binhe as just a park, because its agility far exceeds the word "park".in taiyuan, the fen river runs through the city like a gentle vein, interweaving the past and the present. the evening crossing of the fen river is a scene that only appears once in a thousand years. imagine that what we and old friends see is the setting sun in the west and the sunset over the fen river.

the riverside park in autumn is a gift from the season to taiyuan. the breeze has the freshness and tranquility that is unique to autumn in the north.ride a bicycle and wander aimlessly on the bicycle path. you can choose to go north to admire the golden ginkgo trees and creak the falling leaves with your wheels.you can also head south, follow the flow of the river, and watch the sunset. the bike path is flat and wide, with vegetation changing colors, and every ride is a new exploration.

riverside park

when you are tired of riding, stop at an open-air coffee shop by the river, order a hot drink, and sit quietly. the afterglow of the setting sun shines through the leaves and is mottled on the table, and the light and shadows sway in the wind. the leaves slowly fall like a slow-motion movie scene. in the afterglow, the coffee also has the taste of autumn. you can also go boating on the river and feel the autumn water and the sky in the sparkling sunset.

xuefu bridge

as dusk falls, we walk westwards on the fen bridge, chasing the afterglow. on the west side of the bridge is the modern cbd, where the square buildings stand tall in the afterglow. the prosperity of the modern city and the tranquility of the fen river blend perfectly here. modern city life is fast and full of vitality, and every high-rise building takes you to catch up with the future like a speeding train.the most unique landmark building, the shanxi grand theater, is an intriguing modern benchmark. located in an open square, the theater has an alien-like grandeur.when night falls and the lights come on, it looks like a bright pearl, attracting countless art lovers to come and watch the performances. on the stage here, there is both the inheritance of traditional opera and the innovation of modern drama, and the cultural diversity is perfectly reflected here.

shanxi grand theater

going west, you will find the most modern area in taiyuan, the mixc business district. this business district is not only a shopping and entertainment center, but also an important symbol of taiyuan's modernization process. the towering glass curtain wall reflects the lights of the city, which is gorgeous and futuristic. every corner here shows the prosperity and vitality of the modern city.the mixc business district brings together trendy brands, fashionable restaurants and entertainment facilities, attracting tourists and local residents from all over. walking here, it feels like being in a huge modern art space, with busy streets, fashionable windows and flowing crowds forming a vibrant urban picture.whether it is shopping or socializing, mixc provides people with abundant choices and brings unprecedented life experience to the citizens of taiyuan.

mixc shopping district

taiyuan, a city that combines both ancient charm and modern atmosphere, is opening its arms to the world with its unique charm.

here, you can travel between thousand-year-old monuments and feel the vicissitudes of history; you can also stroll through modern neighborhoods and appreciate the prosperity of the city.from the simple elegance of chunyang palace to the avant-garde design of shanxi grand theater, from the poetic residence of binhe park to the dim lights of cbd, taiyuan tells a moving story about inheritance and innovation in her own way. here you can enjoy delicious food, cultural treasures within reach, and the warm and hospitable people of taiyuan.

bonsai park

whether you are a history lover, a foodie, or an urban explorer, taiyuan can satisfy your expectations. here, you can slow down and enjoy your own slow time; you can also integrate into the pulse of the city and experience the rhythm of modern life.taiyuan in autumn is welcoming visitors from all over the world with its most beautiful appearance. we sincerely invite you to experience the unique charm of this city and write your own story of taiyuan.i believe that in the near future, you will fall in love with this vibrant and warm city like us.