Hanging Temple

Address Jinlong Canyon, Hunyuan County, Datong, Datong, Shanxi

Hours Summer (May-Oct): 08:00–18:00; Winter (Nov-Apr): 08:30–17:00

Phone +86 352 8327777

Announcement: Architectural Wonder

Entrance ¥130

Hours Summer (May-Oct):...

Best Season April to October; arrive before 08:30 AM to beat the tour buses and long queues

Time needed 2–3 hours

Last visit: Jun 1, 2026

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Hanging Temple Overview

An architectural miracle built over 1,500 years ago into a sheer cliff face of Mount Heng. It is the only surviving temple combining China's three traditional religions: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

Hanging Temple Opening Hours & Tickets

Summer (May-Oct): 08:00–18:00; Winter (Nov-Apr): 08:30–17:00
Best season: April to October; arrive before 08:30 AM to beat the tour buses and long queues
Ticket note: Entrance only: 15 CNY. Climbing ticket: 115 CNY. Total combined ticket is 130 CN...

Essential Hanging Temple Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 352 8327777
Parking Lot
Restrooms
Ticket Office
Small Snack Stalls
Basic English Signage

How to Get to Hanging Temple

Best reached by hiring a private car/taxi from Datong city center (about 1.5 hours drive). Alternatively, take a long-distance bus from Datong Passenger Station to Hunyuan County, then take a short local taxi.

Hanging Temple Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 120 for medical emergency. Basic first-aid kits are kept at the scenic area management office near the main gate.

Practical Info

Jinlong Canyon, Hunyuan County, Datong, Datong, Shanxi
Summer (May-Oct): 08:00–18:00; Winter (Nov-Apr): 08:30–17:00
+86 352 8327777

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

Entrance only: 15 CNY. Climbing ticket: 115 CNY. Total combined ticket is 130 CN...

Online booking may be required

Tips

If you have a severe fear of heights, opt for the ground-view ticket only. Foreigners must bring their original physical passports for entry...

Reality Check

Long queues (up to 2 hours) to climb the structure during peak hours.
Very narrow, steep, one-way wooden pathways that can be intimidating for travelers with vertigo or limited mobility.