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- Location: Handan City, Hebei Province

Located in Drum Mountain in the Fengfeng mining area in Handan, Hebei Province, the Xiangtang Mountain Grottoes (响堂山石窟) is the largest group of grottoes in the province. Construction began during the Northern Qi Dynasty (550-577) and continued through the Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan and Ming dynasties. There are 16 grottoes and about 4,000 statues on the north and south sides of the mountain.

The area is also famous for its Hecun brand of vinegar, and the Lantern Festival features excellent local performances.

Travel tips:

- Hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

- Admission: 40 yuan

- Tel: +86-31-05013179

- How to get there: Take Bus 5 from Handan to Fengfeng; or take a train.