The 5A Tourist Attraction in Shanxi(A World-Class Premium Destination in China) - Hongtong Dahuaishu Ancestor Memorial Garden

Hongtong Dahuaishu Ancestor Memorial Garden, located in Hongtong County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province, is a 5A-level tourist attraction with profound historical and cultural heritage. It is not only the only sacred place for people to worship with the theme of "Root Hunting" and "Ancestor Worship" in China but also a sacred place for global Chinese to trace their roots and pay homage to their ancestors.

The scenic area boasts a vast territory, divided into four themed zones: Immigration Historic Site Area, Ancestor Worship Activity Area, Folk Custom Tourist Area, and Fenhe Ecological Area. Among them, the Ancestor Worship Hall is the core of the entire scenic area, where numerous surname tablets of immigrant ancestors are enshrined, making it the largest surname hall in China. In addition, attractions such as the Second-Generation and Third-Generation Dahuaishu, as well as the Millennium Pagoda Tree Roots, bear witness to the historical vicissitudes of the Ming Dynasty's immigration.

Every year during traditional ancestral worship festivals such as the Qingming Festival, Zhongyuan Festival, and Winter Clothes Festival, the scenic area hosts grand ancestral worship ceremonies, showcasing the national-level intangible cultural heritage of ancestral worship customs. This custom was included in the second batch of national intangible cultural heritage list in 2008, becoming a major highlight of the scenic area.

In addition, the scenic area boasts abundant natural and human landscapes, such as Stone Dhvaja, Guangji Temple, Huaixiang Bridge, and more. Each attraction contains profound historical and cultural connotations. Visitors can gain in-depth insights into the historical background and cultural connotations of ancient migration here, feeling the roots and ancestral sentiments of the Chinese nation as well as the charm of traditional culture.

Hongtong Dahuaishu Ancestor Memorial Garden is a comprehensive scenic spot integrating history, culture, and tourism. It is a holy site for the Chinese people to trace their roots and perform ancestral worship. Whether for exploring historical culture or inheriting traditional culture, this is a rare and excellent destination.

Opening Hours and Ticket Prices (for reference):

Peak Season (April 1 to October 31): 8:00 to 18:00 (Ticket: 80 yuan per person)

Off-peak Season (November 1 to March 31 of the next year): 8:30 to 17:30 (Ticket: 64 yuan per person)

Source: Comprehensive collation by sx.china.com