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Pingyao Ancient Town

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Located 85km from Taiyuan, the capital city of Shanxi province, Pingyao Ancient Town is one of the best-preserved towns in China and the only town that has been listed in the UNESCO heritage. Pingyao was the financial center of the late Qing Dynasty, as the earliest banking business started here. Let’s have a glimpse of the old town. Pingyao Courtyard Three Big Reasons to Visit Pingyao Be in the past When you walk down the alleys and streets of Pingyao, you will see characteristic tiles, eaves, decorations, and walls in Ming and Qing styles. Especially the timeworn houses supported by some timeworn bricks still stand here quietly, showing the long lost history. You will find history here. Ancient architecture Pingyao city is all about traditional Chinese architecture. Besides the fine decorations Pingyao Gate Tower themselves, most of the engravings, statues, and arts bore the good wishes of local people. It’s a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the rich and long Chinese architectura...