Daixian in northeast Shanxi province is a county with a long history. It served as a military town on the north frontier in ancient China, where many famous heroes and generals gave their lives to safeguard their country. It's also a place where Buddhism has thrived.
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Yanmenguan, also known as Xixingguan, is an important gate in the Great Wall. It was also a military stronghold in ancient times. A board hanging at the monument reads "The First Gate of China". [Photo/sxrb.com] |
