Taiyuan

Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

Photos by Lorraine Thomas

The Yingxian Wooden Pagoda is the oldest and tallest wooden pagoda in China. The pagoda was built in 1056. It remains a mystery to scientists and tourists alike that this pagoda withstood several natural disasters and still was able to maintain its original condition.

Hanging Monastery

Photos by Lorraine Thomas

The Hanging Monastery is a wondrous monastery listed as a world heritage site. The Hanging Monastery was magically built into a near vertical rock face and hangs about 50 meters above the ground. The monastery is the only one in China that enshrines Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism within one monastery.