Ying County, Shuozhou, Shanxi — an important Liao-Jin cultural town, centered around the world cultural heritage Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, integrating Pure Land Temple, Stone Pillar Mountain and other landscapes, blending ancient architectural art with frontier charm. A 2-day in-depth tour decodes the architectural wonders of the Liao Dynasty and tastes the distinctive flavors of northern Shanxi.
View the wonder of the wooden pagoda, visit ancient temples for Zen charm, explore hidden mountain and water landscapes, and taste northern Shanxi specialty cuisine
In the morning, explore the world cultural heritage Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, marvel at the Liao Dynasty architectural miracle. In the afternoon, stroll through Pure Land Temple to admire the exquisite "caisson ceiling flying apsaras" wonder. In the evening, walk along the ancient city wall to experience historical vicissitudes, and taste Ying County beef loin and other specialties.
In the morning, visit Ying County Museum to systematically learn about local history. In the afternoon, head to Stone Pillar Mountain to enjoy natural wonders and ancient temple ruins. In the evening, climb Dragon Head Mountain for a panoramic view of Ying County, purchase local specialties and return.
A Ying County specialty, made from fresh beef loin specially processed to remove any gamey taste, then braised or stir-fried with various spices. The texture is tender and rich in flavor, a famous dish for entertaining guests.
A traditional northern Shanxi snack made from yellow millet, steamed and wrapped with bean paste filling, topped with honey or brown sugar water. Soft, sticky, sweet, and refreshing, it is a beloved summer dessert.
A classic noodle dish from northern Shanxi, made from oat flour into a honeycomb-shaped nest. Steamed and served with lamb soup or dipping sauce, it has a chewy texture and rich nutrition, a daily staple for local residents.
A specialty from neighboring Youyu County, famous for its tender meat without gamey taste. In Ying County, it is often prepared as hotpot or braised lamb, an excellent winter nourishing dish. Locals say "eating lamb in winter is better than ginseng".