Complete Collection of China's Three Great Nine-Dragon Walls! Must-See Guide for Visiting Datong Ancient City
by Savannah*Bailey62
Oct 23, 2025
Achieved collecting all three of China's Great Nine-Dragon Walls! 🎉
🌟 Nine-Dragon Wall at the Forbidden City, Beijing
🌟 Nine-Dragon Wall at Beihai Park
🌟 Nine-Dragon Wall in Datong
Each of the three dragon walls has its own unique features, but the one in Datong is truly breathtaking!
📍 Datong Nine-Dragon Wall Tips:
✔️ The largest glazed tile dragon wall in the country
✔️ A Ming Dynasty building with over 600 years of history
✔️ 9 giant dragons vividly lifelike
Next to it is the site of the Prince Dai’s Mansion, be sure to visit it too! 🏯
🏨 Recommended Accommodation: Hotel in the Ancient City (Huayan Temple Branch, Datong Ancient City)
Address: Building 4, Unit 4, Jinhua Garden Community, Huanle Street
✨ Advantages:
- 5-minute walk to the Nine-Dragon Wall
- Some room types offer direct panoramic views of the ancient city
- Equipped with trendy amenities like smart toilets and humidifiers
- Right downstairs is the super popular🔥 Xijin Dao Knife-Cut Noodles
📸 Photo Tips:
1. Sunny afternoons provide the best light for photographing the Nine-Dragon Wall
2. The ancient architecture makes a fantastic background
3. Wearing traditional Hanfu clothing adds a ceremonial feel
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