Wenying Lake in Datong

Wenying Lake in Datong

Wenying Lake in the eastern part of Datong, formerly known as "Wenyin Lake." Backed by Baideng Mountain and Cailiang Mountain, the lake's surface is like a mirror, with shimmering waters reflecting the surrounding hills — a picturesque scene of competing beauty. Since the Northern Wei Dynasty, it has been a favored spot for the city’s elite families and literati to fish, relax, and find inspiration. In recent years, recreational facilities such as lakeside villas, a leisure center, swimming pools, and a horse racing track have been developed.

Located near the Datong Museum. The lake is very large, the water is clear, and best of all, it's a free public park. On weekends, it gets quite crowded with locals, but parking is convenient.

Location

Datong, Shanxi Province

Admission

Free

Transportation

Take bus routes 70 or 38