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Jinci-Tianlongshan Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Jinci-Tianlongshan Tourism Area

太原市晋祠天龙山景区

Shanxi, Taiyuan4.2Designated 2024·37.9320°N, 112.4126°E
Ticket Price
CNY 45; CNY 25
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.2 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Jinci-Tianlongshan Tourism Area

Jinci, near Taiyuan, is an ancient ancestral temple complex founded over a thousand years ago, famed for its Song-dynasty hall and the ever-bubbling Nanlao Spring. Nearby Tianlongshan mountain holds Buddhist grottoes carved into its cliff faces, blending temples, springs and stone art in one outing.

Highlights

A renowned ancient temple complex honoring Tang Shuyu; highlights include the Song-dynasty Hall of the Holy Mother with painted maidens, the Zhou Cypress and Tang Pagoda, and the nearby Tianlongshan grottoes.

Suggested Route

Tour Jinci's main halls and gardens, then shuttle to Tianlongshan for the grottoes; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try Taiyuan noodles and vinegar dishes; stay in Taiyuan.

Facilities

Restrooms, shuttles between Jinci and Tianlongshan, audio guides; flat at Jinci, hilly at Tianlongshan. Bilingual signage (unverified).
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

Located SW of Taiyuan; bus 308/804 or taxi ~25 km from city center; ~30 km from Taiyuan Wusu Airport; ~15 km from Taiyuan South HSR station.

Reservation

Advance online reservation via official platform recommended; on-site tickets available.

Ticket Price

CNY 45 (≈ $6.3); CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

Address

Shanxi Province Taiyuan City Jinyuan District Jinci Town Jinyang Avenue

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
太原市晋祠天龙山景区

山西省太原市晋源区晋祠镇晋阳大道

Shanxi Province Taiyuan City Jinyuan District Jinci Town Jinyang Avenue

37.9320, 112.4126

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