During the Sui Dynasty, Dingxiang County was undoubtedly a crucial area. As Yunzhou, it is not only one of the sixteen states of Yanyun, but also the predecessor of Datong City, Shanxi Province, carrying a rich history and rich culture. During the Sui Dynasty, Dingxiang County was located at the junction of today's Shanxi Province and Hebei Province, and this area was an important area for northern border defense at that time. Its existence plays a pivotal role in maintaining a stable border situation. 
According to historical records, Dingxiang County was first established in the Han Dynasty, and its status has remained unchanged after the change of many dynasties. In the Sui Dynasty, Dingxiang County not only undertook the responsibility of defending against the invasion of northern nomads, but also served as an important passage between the Central Plains and the northern frontier. It is not only a military powerhouse, but also a center of trade and cultural exchange. The prosperity of Dingxiang County has largely promoted the economic development and cultural exchanges of the surrounding areas. 
However, the political turmoil and military conflicts in the last years of the Sui Dynasty had a huge impact on Xiangjun. By the Tang Dynasty, Dingxiang County was incorporated into the emerging administrative system, and its name and jurisdiction were adjusted. Despite this, Dingxiang as a place name is still passed down to this day and has become a county under the jurisdiction of Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province. Historically a military town, an administrative center, and a cultural and economic crossroads, the region still exudes a unique charm. 
Today's Dingxiang County, although it is no longer the Dingxiang County of the Sui Dynasty, still attracts people's attention with its profound historical heritage and rich cultural heritage. Whether it is ancient buildings, historical relics or traditional handicrafts, they have witnessed the glory and changes of Dingxiang County in the long history. In the context of the new era, Dingxiang County is striving to carry forward its own advantages, inherit history and culture, and inject new vitality into this ancient land.