Scenic spot introduction:

Xiangning Jieyi Temple, also known as Sanyi Temple, is a temple built to commemorate the three sworn brothers Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei in Taoyuan during the Three Kingdoms period. The temple was founded in the 27th year of Jiajing reign (1548). It is a relatively well-preserved building complex among ancient buildings and has a history of 435 years. The temple was built according to the terrain, with layers of layers, bright colors, and resplendent. The entire building is grand in scale, all on one axis, symmetrical, and distributed along six terraces in a ladder shape. Most of the buildings have opera characters carved in wood and stone. The patterns of landscapes, layers of space, boats, sedan chairs, carriages, horses, birds and beasts, flowers, etc. are exquisite in composition, delicate in carving, and unique in craftsmanship, and have high artistic value. Jieyi Temple is located in Xiguan, Xiangning County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province.

Attractions distribution:

Jieyi Temple is oriented from north to south. The existing building has a Lelou, a Xian Hall, and a main hall on the central axis. The side halls on both sides are symmetrical, and the back is the sleeping palace. The mountain gate is located in the northeast corner. The entire building is large in scale, laid out in a ladder shape, and divided into five platforms. Build in sequence.

Scenic spot features:

Photography, architectural landscape tours, historical and cultural tours, temples, ancient buildings
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Best time to visit:

Spring and autumn.

Shopping recommendations:

(Local specialties) Guxian walnuts, Daning red millet, Jixian apples, Guantan dates, Yonghe jujubes, and Xizhou golden pear juice.

(Special delicacies) Yellow River carp, beef meatball noodles, Xiangning oil cake, and white fungus soup.

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Shanxi Province>Linfen City>Xiangning County>Changning Town

How to get there:

Take a bus bound for Xiangning at Linfen Yaomiao Bus Station, get off and walk or take a taxi to the scenic spot.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Jieyi Temple ticket price:

Free and open to the public.

Scenic area opening hours:

8:30-18:00

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