Datong, Shanxi, also known as Yunzhong and Pingcheng, was once a humble capital, the capital of Daliao and Daikin, a military stronghold in history, known as the "Nine Borders Town and the Key to the North", a famous hometown of "Coal Sea" at home and abroad, and one of China's historical and cultural cities. Located in the north of Shanxi, Datong has unique natural and geographical conditions and is China's "National Garden City". There are many scenic spots in Datong, mainly concentrated in the urban area. Jiulongbi and Huayan Temple are mostly in the urban area. In the western suburbs of the city, there are famous Yungang Grottoes at home and abroad, and Hengshan Mountain, one of the five mountains, is also located here. The hanging temple at the foot of Hengshan Mountain is called a great miracle. Datong, whether it is historical culture or natural landscape, is very fascinating!

Main attractions:

Yungang Grottoes: one of the three largest grottoes in China, and one of the most famous attractions in Datong.

Hanging Temple: the most magical and spectacular thousand-year-old temple in Datong, which moved the great poet Li Bai.

Hengshan Mountain: Mount Hengshan in Beiyue is the most beautiful place in Datong and one of the birthplaces of Taoism.

Datong bronzes: Datong bronzes have a long history and are very famous in China.

sipailou: one of the famous shopping streets in Datong, which is a combination of high-end famous products and low-priced commercial goods.

daxi street: the oldest commercial street in Datong, and the most prosperous commercial street in Datong.

shuaifu street: a food street with relatively concentrated snacks in Datong.

Source: Xiaoyao Bear

I really haven't heard of any famous ancient town, but Pingyao ancient city in Shanxi is very famous and worth visiting ~