Culture

Jia Bao ancient tomb

August 30, 2021

Archaeologists in Datong city recently unearthed two wooden warrior figurines and one wooden guardian beast statue at a group of tombs from the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534).
Yungang silk dolls

August 6, 2021

The Yungang silk dolls from the Yungang district of Datong city are cherished household possessions of the locals.
Beilu Bangzi

May 7, 2021

Beilu Bangzi is regarded as among the most influential local opera styles in North China.
Folk Paper-cut

August 28, 2020

Datong city enjoy a long history of folk paper-cutting, which can be traced back to the Ming and Qing dynasties(1368-1911).
Shua Hai'er

August 28, 2020

Shua Hai'er, also known as Ke Ke tune, is a popular opera in Datong. Its most prominent feature is singing through the lower part of the throat.
Datong bronze

August 28, 2020

The Datong bronze ware has a long history of exquisite handcraft dating back to the Northern Wei Dynasty (AD 386-534).
Yonggu Tomb

August 28, 2020

Yonggu Tomb, the largest among the Northern Wei (386-557) mausoleums, is located in the southern Fangshan Mountain 25 km to the northwest of Datong. Construction of the tomb started in 481 and lasted eight years.

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