Video game fame draws tourists to Shuanglin Temple

The phenomenal video game Black Myth: Wukong has showcased the cultural heritage of Shanxi province, catapulting several historic sites into the spotlight. Among the most prominent is the Shuanglin Temple, one of the game's inspirations.

The temple, situated approximately six kilometers from the center of UNESCO World Heritage site Pingyao Ancient City, has a history of more than 1,400 years.

Despite sustaining damage on multiple occasions throughout its history, the temple was restored in the Yuan (1271-1368) and Ming (1368-1644) dynasties. Currently, it houses more than 2,000 colored sculptures and is known as "China's museum of painted sculptures".