China's Hanging Monastery - 4K

This is one of the world's forgotten wonders, China's Hanging Temple. Located near Datong, this temple sits 246 feet above the ground. It's supported by poles that have been drilled into the side of Hengshan Mountain. Inside the temple is a series of rooms, winding passages and breathtaking views. Built by monks between 386 to 534 AD, it was restored in 1900. The temple is dedicated to three different religions, Confucianism, Daoism and Buddhism. It's thought that its positioning was a case of function, not form, as the seemingly precarious situation of the temple actually means it avoids flooding and is shielded from harsh weather. Considering that it was built over 1500 years ago, this is a truly amazing feat of engineering.