Linfen is a prefecture level city under the jurisdiction of Shanxi Province. It is one of the birthplaces of China's ancient civilization. There are cultural relics and historic sites all over the territory. So what scenic spots are worth visiting in Linfen? Here is a complete list of the top ten tourist attractions in Linfen. Let's have a look.
10. Guxian peony cultural tourism area
Located in the ancient county of Jinnan, Shanxi Province, Guxian peony culture tourism area is a scenic spot with "the best peony in the world" as the main attraction and the beautiful natural scenery of Shibi River Basin and many unique cultural landscapes as the auxiliary attraction.
9. Hongdong pagoda tree root seeking and ancestor worship park scenic spot
Located in Hongdong County, Shanxi Province, Hongdong great locust tree root seeking and ancestor worship garden is the only folk sacrifice holy land with the theme of "root seeking" and "ancestor worship" in China. It was also listed in the list of national intangible cultural heritage in 2008.
8. Ding Village site
Dingcun site is located 4km south of Xiangfen county. There are more than 40 residential courtyards of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in the village. It is an existing large-scale and well preserved residential complex of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in northern China.
7. Su San prison
Su San prison was built in the second year of Hongwu of the Ming Dynasty, with a history of more than 600 years. It is the only existing prison in the shape of the Ming Dynasty in China, and it is also the earliest existing prison.
6. Yunqiu mountain
Yunqiu mountain is located in Dahe village, guanwangmiao Township, Xiangning County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province, in banershang village. The image of people's hearts and mountains in the scenic area is very realistic, the plant species are rich and diverse, and the natural landscape is unique and magical. It has always been known as "the first scenic spot in Hefen".
5. Xiandonggou scenic spot in Shanxi Province
Xiandonggou scenic spot in Shanxi Province is located in Gushe mountain 35 kilometers west of Linfen City. There are 48 cultural and natural landscapes in xiandonggou, which is composed of three ancient architectural groups: South Xiandong, North Xiandong and Yunwu temple.
4. Gunshot
Gushe is famous for Shikong mountain. It is located in Gushe village, Jindian Town, Yaodu District, Linfen City, Shanxi Province. It belongs to Luliang Mountain range. With vertical and horizontal gullies and strange landform, it can be called the first Grand Canyon in southwest Shanxi.
3. Zhujia courtyard
Zhujia courtyard is located in Xucun village, 8km north of Huozhou city. It is built close to the mountain, commanding, with staggered layout and exquisite carving. The paint on the courtyard is still bright after a hundred years, and the underground corridor has been mysterious for generations, which can be called a wonder of national architecture.
2. Guangsheng Temple
Guangsheng temple is located at the foot of Huoshan mountain in Hongdong County, Shanxi Province. The upper temple is on the top of Huoshan mountain, surrounded by green cypresses, towering ancient pagodas, and glazed components are more resplendent. Xiasi temple is at the foot of the mountain. It is built with the ups and downs of the terrain. It is staggered and stacked. It has a wonderful charm from a distance.
1. Hukou waterfall in Linfen
Hukou waterfall in Linfen is the only yellow waterfall on the Yellow River and the second largest waterfall in China, known as the "wonder of the Yellow River". The rolling water of the Yellow River surged and surged in the 50 meter drop. The momentum was like pouring out at the huge hukou, so it had the name of "Hukou waterfall".