Check in at Shanxi Great Wall No.1 Highway

Datong's must-visit Great Wall No.1 Highway is absolutely amazing! The scenery along the way is great.
📍Route plan: Depart from Datong → San Shi Er Wei → Youyu County (no highways throughout the trip)
🕒Recommended duration: 1 day (perfect for a leisurely drive and play)

🌟Must-visit spots along the way:
✔️ Motianling, San Shi Er Wei

✔️ Bataizi Church
- Unique architectural style blending Chinese and Western elements🏰
- Perfect for photos on sunny days (photo 3 is a beautiful shot under the sun✨)
✔️ Ancient Great Wall Ruins
- Experience the historical vicissitudes spanning thousands of years
- Every shot looks like a masterpiece

🏞️Scenery along the way:
✅ Sunny days: Nearby ancient Great Wall, winding road

🌃Accommodation recommendation:
Stay overnight in Youyu County🏡
- It is recommended to choose a hotel with views of the outskirts
- Take a walk at dusk to feel the peaceful atmosphere of the small town

📝Tips:
Bring enough snacks and water (some sections of the road are quite remote)
Make sure your camera is fully charged!

Post by InfinityExplorer_567 | Oct 23, 2025

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