Recently, Datong has been named to the "100 Must-Visit Destinations in Asia 2026" list released by Ctrip's Reputation Awards, alongside its inclusion in the "100 Destinations in China 2026" list. This honor marks another milestone in the city's high-quality cultural tourism development and demonstrates Datong's successful transformation from an "internet-famous destination" to an "enduringly popular destination."

In recent years, Datong has attracted numerous visitors thanks to its prime location, rich historical and cultural heritage, and innovative cultural tourism integration strategies. Its branding as a "Cultural Ancient Capital, Cool Summer Capital, and Culinary Capital" has resonated deeply with travelers. In 2025, Datong's cultural tourism market demonstrated "growth in both scale and quality," with tourism popularity breaking beyond seasonal limitations to achieve year-round appeal across the entire region. Average visitor stay durations increased significantly, and in-depth travel has become the norm. As the 15th Five-Year Plan period begins, the city is fully deepening cultural tourism integration to establish itself as an internationally renowned cultural tourism destination, welcoming visitors from around the world to explore this ancient yet vibrant city.

According to the report, the lists were compiled based on Ctrip's extensive experience in the travel industry and evaluation of genuine travel data and reviews from hundreds of millions of users. The results are supported by solid data and market recognition, providing global travelers with valuable guidance for planning their next adventure.