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Mianshan Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2013

Mianshan Tourism Area

晋中市绵山风景区

Shanxi, Jinzhong★ 4.5Designated 2013·38.0549°N, 112.6867°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 110/Off-peak CNY 90 (scenic shuttle CNY 50 extra)
Duration
1 day
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2013

About Mianshan Tourism Area

Mianshan Mountain is a dramatic scenic area known for its sheer cliffs, deep gorges, and cliff-hanging temples. The mountain features the largest cave temple complex in China, natural springs, and the historic site where the Qingming Festival (Tomb-Sweeping Day) originated.

Highlights

A sacred mountain associated with the Cold Food Festival and loyal hermit Jie Zitui; highlights include cliff-hanging temples (Qianshan Temple), waterfalls, the Longtou Temple, and the Shuitaogou gorge.

Suggested Route

Take the cable car/sightseeing bus up, visit the cliff temples and waterfalls, descend; allow a full day.

Food & Lodging

Try Jiexiu local dishes; stay in the mountain resort hotels or Jiexiu.

Facilities

Cable cars, sightseeing buses, restrooms; mountainous, limited accessibility. Signage Chinese (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: 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00.

Getting There

Located in Jiexiu, ~120 km S of Taiyuan; HSR to Jiexiu East (~1h from Taiyuan), then bus/taxi ~20 km; ~140 km from Taiyuan Wusu Airport.

Reservation

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

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 110 (≈ $15)/Off-peak CNY 90 (≈ $13) (scenic shuttle CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) extra)

Address

Shanxi Province Jinzhong City Jiexiu City Mianshan Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
晋中市绵山风景区

山西省晋中市介休市绵山镇

Shanxi Province Jinzhong City Jiexiu City Mianshan Town

38.0549, 112.6867

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