History

Taiyuan is an ancient city with more than 2500 years of urban history, dating back from 497 BC. It was the capital or secondary capital (陪都, 别都) of the title=”Zhao (state)”Zhao,  Former Qin, Eastern Wei, Northern Qi, Northern Jin, Later Tang, Later Jin, Later Han, Northern Han. Its strategic location and rich history make Taiyuan one of the economic, political, military, and cultural centers of Northern China.

Distance from Beijing ( Capital of China ): 2 Hours 36 Minutes

Tourism

Taiyuan is a modern city with just a few historic buildings remaining in the center. The remnants of old Taiyuan can be found west of the central station, north of Fudong Street, and close to Wuyi Road.

Changfeng footbridge on Fen river, Shanxi theater, Shanxi folklore museum courtyard with an old Confucian temple.The twin towers inside the Yongzuo Temple. Jinci Temple, Yongzuo temple, The Chongshan Monastery, Longtan Park, Yingze Park, Tianlongshan Grottoes,
Longshan Grottoes.

Climate

Taiyuan experiences a semi-arid climate Spring is dry, with occasional dust storms, followed by early summer heat waves. Summer tends to be warm to hot with most of the year’s rainfall concentrated in July and August. Winter is long and cold, but dry and sunny. If you have any questions, thoughts, concerns, or feedback,

Transportation

Taiyuan is one of the transportation hubs in North China, with highways linking neighboring provincial capitals, and airlines to most other major Chinese cities and some international cities.

Public Transport

There are Inter City Buses, Electric Taxis available for easy movement around the city

Taiyuan Airport

Taiyuan Wusu airport has domestic airlines to major cities including Beijing, Shanghai, and coastal cities such as Dalian. as well as International flights

Train Station

Taiyuan Train Station has an extensive range of trains available for different big cities in the country.