Datong：Best Choice for a Cool Summer

Located in the plateau area at the junction of Inner Mongolia, Shanxi and Hebei, Datong, Shanxi Province is among one of the ancient capitals with a long history and cultural heritage. With an average altitude of nearly 1,000 meters, the average daily temperature in Datong is ways lower than 25 degrees Celsius. It is cool in summer, making it a good place for tourists to travel summertime. 

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Datong boasts various kinds of historical sites, including Yungang Grottoes, one of the four major grottoes in China, and well-known royal temples such as Huayan Temple and Shanhua Temple. If you'd like to appreciate the history and culture of the tourist destinations while spending your summer vacation, Datong will be your best choice.  

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When you come to Datong, don't forget to visit the local temples. Founded in 1038 AD, Huayan Temple covers an area of 66,000 square meters. As an early and well-preserved temple complex built during Liao and Jin Dynast, the temple was approved as a national 4A-level tourist attractions in 2014. Walking around in the main hall with a history of more than 800 years, you can touch the history and feel the magnificence of royal temples built in Tang and Song Dynasties. Also, you can spend your time appreciating the artistic charms of sculptures, paintings and other art treasures in the temple to beat the summer heat. 

Built in the Kaiyuan Period of Tang Dynasty, Shanhua Temple covers an area of about 20,000 square meters. It is the largest and most complete building in Liao and Jin Dynasties in China. In March 1961, Shanhua Temple was listed in the first batch of national key cultural preservation centers. The main building faces south. Precious cultural artifacts such as clay sculptures, murals and inscriptions are well-preserved in the temple where you can have a better understanding of the style and characteristics of ancient Chinese architecture as well as appreciate its splendid civilization. 

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In addition, Yungang Grottoes, Nine Dragon Screen, Hengshan Mountain, Yingxian wooden tower and other tourist destinations are also good choices for you. During your midsummer journey, you can spend a cool summer by traveling back to ancient China while feeling its long and splendid civilization as well as enjoying the unique style and charm of classical architecture.