Jingchuan County Travel

Jingchuan County, Pingliang, Gansu Province – the birthplace of West Queen Mother Culture and the hometown of grotto art. Visit Wangmugong to trace roots and pay homage to ancestors, worship the Buddha's relics at Dayun Temple, and tour South Grotto Temple to appreciate Buddhist art. This 2-day & 1-night itinerary integrates religious culture and historical relics.

1600+
Years of Grotto Carving History
2
National Key Cultural Relic Protection Units
1
National Intangible Cultural Heritage Project
50+
Existing Grotto Niches
Exterior view of Wangmugong Grottoes
Wangmugong Grottoes - Holy Land of West Queen Mother Culture
A national key cultural relic protection unit, founded in the Northern Wei Dynasty, is the birthplace of West Queen Mother belief, integrating both Buddhist and Taoist religious art

2-Day & 1-Night Cultural Exploration Tour of Jingchuan County

Explore the hometown of the West Queen Mother, pay homage to the Buddha's relics, discover grotto art, and taste Jingchuan's delicacies

Itinerary Duration
2 Days & 1 Night
Main Destinations
Wangmugong, Dayun Temple, South Grotto Temple
Suitable For
Culture lovers, religious tourists, history explorers
Per Capita Budget
¥480-¥750
01
West Queen Mother Culture
Wangmugong · Dayun Temple
Itinerary Highlights

Arrive in Jingchuan and visit Wangmugong Grottoes. Pay homage to the Buddha's relics at Dayun Temple in the afternoon.

Attraction Arrangement
Wangmugong (Queen Mother's Palace)
A national key cultural relic protection unit and the birthplace of West Queen Mother Culture. It preserves relics such as grottoes and ancient buildings, integrating Buddhist and Taoist cultural elements.
Dayun Temple
A royal temple of the Sui Dynasty. In 1964, hundreds of precious cultural relics including 14 Buddha's relics were unearthed here. The existing Tang Dynasty relic pagoda and underground palace ruins are well-preserved.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Jingchuan Hotel
  • Wangmugong Villa
  • County Business Hotels
Food Recommendations
  • Jingchuan Guanguan Steamed Buns
  • Mutton Soaked Buns
  • Yellow Rice Wine
Travel Tips
  • No touching inside the grottoes
  • Keep quiet in the temple
  • Respect religious customs
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Grotto Art
South Grotto Temple · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Visit South Grotto Temple in the morning to appreciate Buddhist art. Free time in the afternoon to buy special souvenirs and end the pleasant trip to Jingchuan.

Attraction Arrangement
South Grotto Temple
A national key cultural relic protection unit, known as the "Two Treasures of Eastern gansu/" together with North Grotto Temple. It has more than 60 existing grotto niches and over 300 statues, preserving well-preserved Northern Wei-style grottoes.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 25 km from county seat to South Grotto Temple
  • Recommended to go by chartered car
Ticket Information
  • Wangmugong: ¥50
  • Dayun Temple: ¥30
  • South Grotto Temple: ¥40
Special Experiences
  • Grotto art explanation
  • Buddhist culture experience
  • Traditional handicraft making

Must-Try Foods in Jingchuan County

Jingchuan Guanguan Steamed Buns

A special noodle food of Jingchuan, steamed in traditional pottery jars, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with rich wheat aroma, best served with mutton soup.

Mutton Soaked Buns

Selected high-quality local mutton with handmade buns, the soup is fresh and the meat is tender, making it an excellent winter warmer in Jingchuan.

Yellow Rice Wine

A traditional fermented wine in Jingchuan, brewed from yellow rice, with orange-yellow color and mellow taste, it is a must-have drink for entertaining guests locally.

Travel Tips for Jingchuan County
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (April-May): Mild climate
  • Autumn (September-October): Clear and crisp autumn weather
  • Avoid rainy season (July-August) as some roads are muddy
Must-Try Foods
  • Jingchuan Guanguan Steamed Buns
  • Mutton Soaked Buns
  • Yellow Rice Wine
  • Jingning Braised Chicken
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥120
  • Accommodation: ¥100-180 per night
  • Catering: ¥40-70 per day
  • Experience Projects: About ¥60
  • Total: ¥480-750
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How old is Wangmugong? → Founded in the Northern Wei Dynasty, over 1600 years ago
  • Can I visit the relics at Dayun Temple? → Exhibited regularly, need to check in advance
  • What is special about South Grotto Temple? → Well-preserved Northern Wei-style grotto art
  • What are the special souvenirs of Jingchuan? → Guanguan steamed bun molds, yellow rice wine, sachets

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