Top 10 Best Things to Do in Tianshui

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飞扬的燕燕

The first batch of key national cultural relics protection units [Maijishan Grottoes], with Dunhuang, Longmen, Yungang and known as China's four major grottoes. Maijishan Grottoes were built in the post-Qin period of the 16th Kingdom. After more than ten dynasty, including Northern Wei, Western Wei, Beizhou, Yi, Tang, Wu Dynasty, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing, etc., more than 1600 years of excavation and repair, there are 221 existing caves, 3,938 portraits of 10,632 bodies, murals 979.54 square meters. The statues preserved in Maijishan Grottoes are mainly mud-plastic, retaining a large number of religious, artistic, architectural and other physical materials, reflecting the characteristics of statues in various eras over thousands of years, reflecting the development and evolution of clay-plastic art in China, and the reputation of the "Oriental Sculpture Exhibition Hall".

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Fuxi Temple is a beautiful and serene place to learn about Chinese mythology and history. Dedicated to Fuxi, the legendary ancestor of humanity, the temple complex has traditional Ming–Qing architecture, ancient cypress trees, and informative displays. It’s peaceful, less crowded than many tourist spots, and gives a real sense of Tianshui’s cultural heritage. A must-visit if you’re interested in history and Chinese legends.

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The staff greeted us with smiles throughout, answered all our questions, and when we needed extra pillows, they were delivered to our room within minutes. The cleanliness was impeccable; there wasn't a speck of dust in any corner, and the cups and utensils were thoroughly sterilized. This attentive service has already earned me a recommendation to my friends!

贩卖快乐的贝儿

- Xiguan Ancient Houses: Enter from the west gate of the ancient city, first visit the ancient houses of Xiguan. There are many ancient houses in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The wood carvings, brick carvings and stone carvings are exquisite and exquisite, and you can feel the ancient architectural art and traditional lifestyle. ​- Tianshui City God Temple: Then go to Tianshui City God Temple, which has a long history and solemn architectural style. Here you can learn about ancient sacrifice culture and folk beliefs.

贩卖快乐的贝儿

- Ancient buildings: more than 60 existing Ming and Qing ancient buildings, along the central axis distribution of the Jade Emperor Palace, Sanqing Palace, Wuji Palace and other seven main buildings, of which the Jade Emperor Palace is the remains of the Yuan Dynasty, Sanqing Palace is the highest building in the scenic area. ​- Millennium Cooper: There are more than 50 ancient trees, and there are more than 10 trees with a tree age of more than 1,000 years. Among them, the "Cooper" hanging roots intertwined like hair, which is known as "China's one must".