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Drive approx. 300km (4 hours) from Taiyuan to Jincheng.
Attractions:
– Visit Jincheng Yuhuang Temple, the prototype of Taoist scenes in *Black Myth: Wukong*. Its Yuan Dynasty colored sculptures of the 28 Stars are vivid, especially the “Kang Jinlong” image which highly matches the game.
Accommodation: Jincheng International Hotel or Yuhuang Temple nearby inns – conveniently located with easy access to the scenic area.
Dining:
– Lunch: Quick stop at a highway service area.
– Dinner: Try Jincheng Hele Noodles (chewy texture) and Yangcheng Braised Liver (crispy with vinegar dip).
Approx. 330km drive (5 hours) to Datong.
Attractions:
– Explore Yungang Grottoes, the peak of Northern Wei Buddhist art. Its Buddha carvings and murals inspired the game’s “Buddhist kingdom” scenes.
– Visit Hanging Temple, a millennium-old temple integrating three religions. Its half-suspended architecture echoes the “precipitous wonders” in the game.
Accommodation: Datong Huachen International Hotel or inns near Yungang Grottoes – close to major sites.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local snacks in Jincheng.
– Lunch: Simple meal en route.
– Dinner: Savor Datong Daoxiao Noodles (knife-shaved noodles), Braised Rabbit Heads, and Hunyuan Bean Jelly.
Approx. 80km drive (1.5 hours) to Yingxian County, Shuozhou.
Attractions:
– Visit Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, the world’s tallest existing wooden pagoda. Its nail-free and rivet-free bracket structure is an architectural miracle, with details mirroring ancient building designs in the game.
Accommodation: Shuozhou Wanda Realm or Yingxian local hotels – convenient for the next day’s journey.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local breakfast in Datong.
– Lunch: Simple meal en route.
– Dinner: Try Youyu Salt-Fried Mutton (tender and savory) and Oatmeal Kalao (steamed pasta with sauce).
Approx. 300km drive (4.5 hours) to Xixian County, Linfen.
Attractions:
– Explore Xixian Xiaoxitian (Qianfo An), the prototype of the game’s “Western Paradise”. Its main hall’s suspended sculptures are magnificent, with over 1,900 colored statues resembling a celestial palace.
Accommodation: Linfen Marriott Hotel or Xixian County inns – nearby the scenic area.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local snacks in Shuozhou.
– Lunch: Simple meal en route.
– Dinner: Enjoy Linfen Beef Ball Noodles (spicy and flavorful) and Xixian Yuluxiang Pears (juicy and sweet).
Approx. 250km drive (3.5 hours) from Linfen to Taiyuan.
Attractions:
– Stop at Taiyuan Dou Dafu Temple, a historic site with cultural relics.
– Recommended: Visit Shanxi Museum to learn about Jin merchant culture and ancient architecture history, deepening understanding of the cultural context behind the game’s scenes.
Accommodation: Taiyuan InterContinental Hotel or downtown hotels – convenient for departure or connecting to the southern route.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Try “Tounao” (eight-treasure medicinal soup), a classic Taiyuan morning dish.
– Lunch: Simple meal en route.
– Dinner: Savor Pingyao Beef and other Shanxi specialties.
Flight from Taiyuan to Chongqing; then approx. 150km drive (2 hours) to Dazu.
Attractions:
– Visit Dazu Rock Carvings, especially the Thousand-Hand Guanyin, the prototype of the “Golden Thousand-Hand Guanyin” in *Black Myth: Wukong*. Its Song Dynasty carving art is a masterpiece of Chinese stone sculpture.
Accommodation: Dazu Howard Johnson Hotel or hotels near the rock carvings – convenient for the next day’s journey.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local breakfast in Taiyuan before departure.
– Lunch: Simple meal after arriving in Chongqing.
– Dinner: Enjoy Chongqing Hotpot and Wan Zha Noodles (noodles with pea paste and minced pork).
Flight from Chongqing to Quanzhou; then short drive to downtown Quanzhou.
Attractions:
– Explore Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple Twin Pagodas, the prototype of the “Black Bear Monster’s High Tower” in the game. These Song Dynasty stone towers are a model of southern Chinese tower architecture.
– Wander Quanzhou Ancient City’s West Street, feeling the atmosphere of this ancient maritime hub that once connected global cultures.
Accommodation: Quanzhou Marriott Hotel or inns in West Street – close to historic sites.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local snacks in Chongqing before departure.
– Lunch: Simple meal after arriving in Quanzhou.
– Dinner: Try Quanzhou Mianxian Hu (noodle soup with seafood), Jiang Mu Ya (ginger duck), and Tu Sun Dong (sea worm jelly).
City exploration within Quanzhou.
Attractions:
– Visit Qingjing Temple, China’s oldest existing mosque, witnessing the city’s ancient status as an international port.
– Tour Quanzhou South Shaolin Temple, watching martial arts performances and exploring historic buildings like Damo Hall and Cangjing Pavilion, which echo the game’s martial arts elements.
Accommodation: Same as Day 7 in Quanzhou.
Dining:
– Breakfast: Local pastries and tea in Quanzhou.
– Lunch: Street snacks in West Street, such as fried oysters and peanut soup.
– Dinner: Continue to savor Quanzhou specialties like braised pork ribs with taro.
Culture Tip: Quanzhou’s diverse religious and cultural relics reflect the integration of Eastern and Western cultures, a background that enriches the game’s worldview.
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