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Things to see in Changzhi (China): 24 places and when to go
Changzhi is a city in China with around 706,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly History (22), Temples (21), Architecture (3). The best known are Chongqing Temple, Baofeng Temple and Chunhua Temple. The best time to come is March to May and September to October; also possible: November to February and June to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- China · 36.1839, 113.1053
- Population
- About 706,000
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (22) · Temples (21) · Architecture (3) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to May and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and June to August.
- Nearest airport
- XIY Xi'an, 440 km as the crow flies
What to see in Changzhi
The places in and around Changzhi, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Chongqing TempleBuilding in China26 km
- Baofeng TempleHistory · Temples26 km
- Chunhua TempleHistory · Temples47 km
- Fotou TempleBuilding in People's Republic of China47 km
- Huilong TempleBuilding in China49 km
- Ji's HouseBuilding in China36 km
- Jiaxiang Temple, GaopingHistory · Temples37 km
- Jidu Temple, JiannanHistory · Temples39 km
- Kaihua TempleHistory · Temples35 km
- Penglai Palace, ShishiHistory · Temples24 km
- Qinghua Temple, TuandongHistory · Temples36 km
- Qingmeng TempleHistory · Temples39 km
- Sarira Pagoda of Xianshi HeshangHistory · Architecture42 km
- Lingzewang TempleHistory · Temples36 km
- Sanjiao Hall, SirunHistory · Temples40 km
- Temple of Xia YuHistory · Temples49 km
- Temple of Zhaoze King, XiangyuanHistory · Temples39 km
- Wulong Temple, XiangyuanHistory · Temples40 km
- Xiyan Temple Pagoda, ShangdangHistoric building25 km
- Yandi Temple, BeiheHistory · Temples17 km
- Yonghui Bridge, XiangyuanNature · History40 km
- Yuanqi TempleTemples34 km
- Zhengjue TempleHistory · Temples11 km
- Guzhong TempleHistory · Temples36 km
When to go to Changzhi
The best time to visit Changzhi is March to May and September to October; also possible: November to February and June to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:48
- FebPossible10:40
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:56
- MayBest time13:55
- JunPossible14:27
- JulPossible14:14
- AugPossible13:23
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:03
- NovPossible10:02
- DecPossible9:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. In March, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to China in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Changzhi
The nearest main airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY, Xi'an), 440 km as the crow flies. How to get around China (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Anyang5 places112 km
- Jiexiu13 places144 km
- Zhengzhou7 places167 km
- Luoyang9 places177 km
- Houma, Shanxi9 places182 km
And all of China, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Changzhi?
The best known: Chongqing Temple, Baofeng Temple, Chunhua Temple, Fotou Temple, Huilong Temple. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Changzhi?
March to May and September to October; also possible: November to February and June to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33.
How do you get to Changzhi?
The nearest main airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY), 440 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Changzhi as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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