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What to do and see in Pingyao

Visit to the Ancient City of Pingyao:

Pingyao, China

Brief description: UNESCO declared this small walled city a World Heritage Site in 1997. When you're walking its streets, it seems like you've wandered onto a movie set. Though tourism is sharply on the rise, it hasn't lost its charm and is worth visiting if only to get an idea of what life in ancient China was like. Inside the walled city are numerous museum-houses ...

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Sightseeing in Pingyao:

Pingyao, China

If you've visited the entire city on the first day, here are some other points of interest. While not essential, they are still very nice. Shuanglin Temple (visit 1 hr - 40CNY): famous for its sculptures and murals. Just 6 km from the city, you can rent a bike and take a relaxing ride or go by taxi. Zhenguo Temple (visit 1 hr - 30CNY): oldest wooden temple in ...

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