2024 Wutai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)

Three-Day Tour Guide to Mount Wutai

🔻Upon arrival at Mount Wutai, the first battle is the main temples. Temples like Shuxiang Temple and Wenshu Temple are must-visit spots to feel the serene aura of Manjushri. 🔺Lunchtime! Local restaurants offer tofu pudding and buttered tea for you to taste～🍲In the afternoon, continue to Pusou Temple and Guanghua Temple, and don't miss the ancient trees and rocks in Taihuai Town. 🌲 🐲Rise early the next day, pray for good fortune at the Dragon King Temple of Wuye, and get a glimpse of folk culture. 🍜Fight another round of delicacies at noon, don't miss the new flavors. 🍽️🍾Half-day trip to Longquan Temple, enjoy the triple delights of beautiful architecture, natural beauty, and sweet spring water. 🌼On the third day, take it easy with visits to surrounding attractions like Dailuo Peak and the Great Wenshu Temple. 🧳After lunch, taste more delicious food to satisfy your taste buds. 🍴Pack your bags, ready to leave with a heart full of memories. 🌈Personal experience: Mount Wutai is not only a destination for faith but also a purification for the soul. Every scene is captivating, and every experience is soul-stirring. Do you have any similar travel destinations to recommend?

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When you step into Wutai Mountain, your feelings will be greatly improved. You feel refreshed, cool and cool, itchy your heart, the air is clear, your eyes are cool, the sky is so blue. The blue is thorough and thorough, and it is dotted with the white and white clouds. The heart is bursting with tears. Unconsciously, the tears soaked in the eyes, and the inexplicable excitement is beyond words. Inside and outside the temple, cigarettes are lingering, and there is a mysterious and solemn atmosphere everywhere. A group of people came and went again with piety and confusion. Throughout the Wutai Mountains, the rafts, the gullies, the valleys and rivers, the forests and the mountains, the basins and the mountains are interlaced, the temples and temples are intertwined with each other, the scenery is picturesque, the peculiar peaks and cliffs, the sturdy and ancient pines and cypresses, and the overflowing Yunshan foggy sea. The magnificent temple towers and the larchs strolling through the mountains are built into a splendid world, forming a beautiful place with bright colors, suitable for people to browse and summer.

Wutai County Nanchan Temple: The oldest existing wooden ancient temple in China, a masterpiece of craftsmanship!

Wutai County Nanshan Temple was first built during the Tang Dynasty. Although it is not large, covering an area of only 3,000 square meters, it holds a very prominent position. The Buddha statues in the temple are all treasures of Tang Dynasty sculpture, and it is also the oldest existing ancient temple with a Tang Dynasty wooden structure in China. It has immeasurable artistic value and can be considered a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Therefore, when traveling to Wutai County, you must not miss this Nanchan Temple, especially for those who love architectural aesthetics. A simple summary of the travel guide for Nanshan Temple in Wutai Mountain is as follows, I hope it will be helpful! 1. Ticket price: Adult ticket 20 yuan, student ticket, senior citizen ticket and preferential ticket price 10 yuan. 2. Opening hours: Closed every Monday, open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30. 3. Duration of visit: Although the temple is not large, the precious artworks are worth visiting. It is recommended to visit for at least 1 hour. 4. Best season: Wutai Mountain is also called Qingliang Mountain, and it is cool all year round. Therefore, summer is the best time to escape the heat. Visiting Nanshan Temple in Wutai Mountain is the same, midsummer is the best season. 5. Transportation: Nanshan Temple in Wutai County is far from Taihuai Town, and is closer to Wutai County and Xinzhou Wutai Mountain Airport. The distance from Wutai County to Nanshan Temple is 26 kilometers, and the distance from Wutai Mountain Airport to Nanshan Temple is 31 kilometers. You can take a tourist bus or taxi directly from the airport or Wutai County. 6. Food and accommodation: Nanshan Temple is located in a relatively remote location, so food and accommodation are more obvious. It is recommended to stay in Wutai County, where dining is also convenient. 7. Surrounding attractions: There are not many attractions around Nanshan Temple, and they are only suitable for self-driving tours. The famous Wutai Mountain is located 85 kilometers northeast of Nanshan Temple, and you can drive there for sightseeing.

Xinzhou Longquan Temple|With holy spring and stone carvings.

|With holy spring and stone carvings. Longquan Temple was first built in the Song Dynasty and was originally the family temple of the Yang family. It was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty and expanded over 14 years during the Republic of China, creating the luxurious and huge Longquan Temple. The stone archway is located at the front of the temple, with a temple on a stone, and the layout is very clever. The most impressive part of the entire temple is the stone carvings of Longquan Temple. The carvings include dignified Buddha statues, vivid birds and beasts, lush flowers, numerous rare fruits, various stone lions, and 89 coiled dragons. The various patterns are meticulously carved, and the exquisite craftsmanship is breathtaking. It is more exquisite than the stone carvings of the Forbidden City in Beijing, and it is rare in China. Next to Longquan Temple is a spring named "Longquan". According to legend, there were nine dragons doing evil in the past. Manjushri Bodhisattva pressed them under the mountain. The clear water bottom can see the shadows of nine small dragons, hence the name of the temple. Location: 5 kilometers south of Taihuai Town, Wutai Mountain, Xiaochegou Village, Jiulonggang Mountain Admission: Free

I'd call it the most beautiful view in Wutai Mountain.

I'd call it the most beautiful view in Wutai Mountain.👁️👁️👁️ My Zen moments in Wutai Mountain (pictures not completely related)🍭🍭🍭🍭🍭 1⃣️.The vegetable garden in Jinge Temple and the cat I met by chance💘💘💘 2⃣️.Watching the weather change from sunny to rainy and then sunny again from the coffee shop window🌞 3⃣️.The scenery I saw while driving aimlessly on the mountain road🌳🌳🌳 4⃣️.I passed by a temple and was invited by a monk to sit in the pavilion, drink tea, and enjoy the view🍵 5⃣️.Watching my acrophobic friend trying to overcome her fear and take pictures by the low wall📸 6⃣️.Every kind person I met on the trip🌸🌸🌸

A journey to the past - Longquan Temple, Mount Wutai.

Longquan Temple, built in the Song Dynasty, is located at the foot of Zhongtai Mountain, Mount Wutai, Shanxi. It is named after a spring next to the temple called Longquan. The temple was originally the family temple of the Yang family. Although it is not large in scale and is not the oldest temple in Mount Wutai, it is well-known in the scenic area. This is mainly because the temple is full of exquisite brick carvings and stone carvings, making it the most beautiful temple in Mount Wutai. The temple faces south and covers an area of 15,950 square meters. The existing buildings include a plaque, a shadow wall, steps, and three courtyards. The stone plaque on the 108 steps is carved from pure Han white jade, and the three doors and six pillars are covered with various patterns such as flying dragons, flower beams, paper fans, and treasure mirrors. The overall appearance is majestic and spectacular, exquisite and transparent, and it is a rare treasure of modern carving art. The exquisite and spectacular stone plaque in front of the gate of Longquan Temple is the most famous stone carving plaque among the cultural relics of Mount Wutai. The three rooms and four pillars and three floors are in a wooden structure. The brackets, rafters, flying children, tiles, drips, etc. are all exquisitely carved, forming a "一" shape. The overall appearance is majestic and spectacular, and it is ingeniously crafted. There are 89 Jiaolong carved on the plaque, with scales and claws, and lifelike expressions. The back of the stone plaque is equipped with a large stone lion, with stone flagpoles on both sides, and a stone arch behind, all in Han white jade. The stone plaque is exquisitely carved and is a treasure of stone carving architecture. The various patterns on the plaque are not only exquisite, but also meticulously carved. The stamens and grass leaves are as thin as hair and as thin as gauze; the beasts and birds are vivid and vivid; the expressions of the characters are lifelike. The knife work is so fine that it is as thin as a hair and as thin as a cicada's wings. It really feels like "open your mouth and fear the bird, stretch out your hand and fear the branch". It is a rare art treasure.

Mount Wutai | Black Myth: Wukong Filming Location | Best place to visit in October.

| Black Myth: Wukong Filming Location | Best place to visit in October.------------More travel destinations on the homepage------ 1️⃣ Come as you are, meet the Zen in you🧘‍♀️ Stepping into Mount Wutai, it seems that every step is stepping on the echo of a thousand years. There is no need to arrange deliberately, just stroll around, and you may run into an unexpected tranquility around the corner. The ancient temples in the mountains and the melodious bells make people forget the hustle and bustle instantly, and just want to indulge in this rare peace.🌿 2️⃣ A pure land, a holy place to cleanse the soul🌌 The air here is fresh and pure, and every breath is like a deep soul SPA. Standing on the top of the mountain, overlooking the sea of clouds, and looking at the towering ancient trees, the distractions in your heart quietly dissipate, leaving only the purest awe and gratitude for life.🙏 3️⃣ Three sticks of incense, pray for a promising future🕯️ In front of the solemn Buddha statue, gently light three sticks of incense, close your eyes, and silently make a wish. Whether it is a successful career, a harmonious family, or personal growth, I believe that Mount Wutai will respond to every sincere prayer in its unique way.🌟 4️⃣ Check in to the beautiful scenery and freeze the beautiful moments📸 Don't forget to pick up your phone and record this rare experience. Whether it is the ancient temple in the early morning light or the golden mountains in the sunset, each photo can become the most unique landscape in your circle of friends.📷 Mount Wutai is not just a physical journey, but also a spiritual baptism. Here, you can find inner peace and make beautiful expectations for the future. In this life, you must give yourself a chance to go to Mount Wutai and feel the tranquility and beauty beyond the world.💖

Nanshan Temple in Xinzhou: A high-altitude ancient temple in Wutai Mountain with a strong atmosphere of cultivation and alchemy!

Nanshan Temple in Xinzhou is located in the scenic area of Wutai Mountain and is one of the highest ancient temples in the scenic area. It was built in the Yuan Dynasty and expanded during the Republic of China period. It merged Youguo Temple, Jile Temple, and Shandetang into Nanshan Temple. The whole temple is built on the mountain and has more than 300 houses, covering an area of 37,175 square meters. Due to the high altitude, the temple at the top is very artistic, just like the magical place of cultivation and alchemy in the mythological TV series. You can overlook the entire Wutai Mountain scenery from the top, which is very shocking. Therefore, you must come to Nanshan Temple when you come to Wutai Mountain. You can appreciate the beautiful natural scenery and profound architectural art of Wutai Mountain. Now I will summarize and share some simple strategies for visiting Nanshan Temple. 1. Ticket information: You can visit Nanshan Temple for free by purchasing a ticket to Wutai Mountain Scenic Area, and the temple no longer charges a separate ticket. 2. Opening hours: Normally open from 8:00 to 18:00 every day. In case of bad weather, major holidays or temple fairs, the opening hours will be adjusted. 3. Visit time: Normally, it takes 2 hours to visit, but if you like architectural art or photography, it is recommended to arrange 1-2 hours more to visit slowly. 4. Play season: Wutai Mountain enjoys the reputation of the cool mountain in North China, so midsummer is the best season to play, and the altitude of Nanshan Temple is higher and the temperature is lower. Even in the hot summer, you need to wear autumn clothes to play normally, otherwise you will catch a cold. 5. Transportation: According to actual experience, it is more convenient to drive by yourself. If you really can't arrange a self-driving tour, you can take the tourist bus line at Taihuai Town to the Wutai Mountain North Gate Visitor Center and walk 500 meters to reach it, or you can take a taxi from Taihuai Town or Wutai Mountain Station. 6. Food and accommodation: There are no accommodation and restaurants in the scenic area. You can arrange to stay in Taihuai Town. In the non-peak tourist season, the accommodation price is about 160 yuan, and the food consumption is not high. Consumption of 40-50 yuan is more common.

Foguang Temple, Xinzhou | Tang Dynasty Heritage

|Tang Dynasty Heritage. Foguang Temple is located in the Foguang Mountain in the northeast of Doucun Town, 32 kilometers northeast of Wutai County, Shanxi Province (at the foot of the South Wutai Mountain). It was first built during the reign of Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty (471-499). In the 11th year of Dazhong of the Tang Dynasty (857), it was rebuilt. In 1937, Liang Sicheng, Lin Huiyin and others conducted surveying and mapping work at Doucun Foguang Temple outside Shanxi Province, and discovered precious relics such as Tang Dynasty buildings, colored sculptures and murals. Among them, the East Hall is considered to be built in the Tang Dynasty, and the hall still preserves Tang Dynasty colored sculptures and murals, known as the "Asian Buddha Light". This discovery broke the assertion of Japanese scholars that there are no Tang Dynasty wooden structures in China. Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 Ticket: CNY 40

Xinzhou! Wutai Mountain! This courtyard in the scenic area is so nice to live in.

The design of the homestay is ingenious, Not only can you taste tea and watch the mountains in the room, enjoy the quiet beauty of the mountain village, The layout of the courtyard can also feel the warmth of home. The hotel is in the scenic area and it is very convenient to go to Wutai Mountain, There are buses close to the main road, and the boss is very enthusiastic to help with luggage and provide travel itinerary suggestions. The room is clean and comfortable The room is clean and like new, the bed is neat and warm, I slept directly until dawn. If you drive by yourself, parking is also very convenient, you can reserve a parking space in advance

Foguang Temple

Foguang Temple East Hall Encounter the "No. 1 National Treasure of China" through a thousand years! 87 years ago, the first Tang Dynasty wooden building in China was discovered due to a Wutai Mountain map in the Dunhuang Scripture Cave. It still has its charm after 1167 years!

Mount Wutai, sacred and mysterious.

Mount Wutai, located in Xinzhou, Shanxi Province, China, is one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China and is also known as one of the five major Buddhist holy sites in the world. Mount Wutai is composed of a series of mountains and peaks, among which the tops of five peaks are flat like a platform, hence the name Wutai. These peaks are Dongtai Wanghaifeng, Xitai Guayuefeng, Nantai Jinxiufeng, Beitai Yedoufeng, and Zhongtai Cuiyanfeng. The highest point of Mount Wutai is Beitai Yedoufeng, with an altitude of 3061.1 meters, known as the "ridge of North China". The geographical environment of Mount Wutai is very unique, with complete and rich strata, especially the typical and peculiar Precambrian strata, which is a key area for geological research in China. The natural vegetation of Mount Wutai is mainly grassland, composed of meadows, grasslands, and shrubs, which is an excellent summer pasture. Due to its special geographical location and climatic conditions, Mount Wutai has rich biodiversity and is an important habitat for many rare and endangered animal and plant species. In terms of culture, Mount Wutai is an important Buddhist holy site in China, with 86 religious activity sites, including famous temples such as Xiantong Temple, Tayuan Temple, Pusa Ding, Nanshan Temple, Dailuo Ding, Jinge Temple, Wanfo Pavilion, and Bishan Temple. These temples are not only symbols of Buddhist culture, but also the main body of the historical culture of Mount Wutai. With its historical status as a Buddhist holy site, profound Buddhist culture, exquisite ancient architectural art, and rich natural resources, Mount Wutai has been listed as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, a national key scenic spot, a national geological park, and a national forest park, and was listed as a World Cultural Heritage in 2009.

A journey through time: Explore the filming locations of Black Myth: Wukong in Shanxi.

• Recommended filming locations: Jade Emperor Temple in Jincheng, Xiaoxitian in Linfen, Chongfu Temple in Shuozhou, and Foguang Temple in Xinzhou. These are all highly restored ancient buildings in Shanxi in Black Myth: Wukong. • Best time to visit: Avoid peak holiday periods and choose to visit in spring or autumn when the weather is pleasant and there are fewer tourists. This will allow you to better experience the beauty of ancient architecture. • Cultural experiences: In addition to visiting ancient buildings, you can also experience Shanxi's Jin merchant culture and brick carving skills, which are unique cultural features of Shanxi. • Food exploration: Shanxi's handmade noodles, tofu, and vinegar are all must-try local specialties, especially the knife-cut noodles in Taiyuan, which are made with great care and have a unique taste. • Note: Some ancient buildings such as Tiefo Temple and Jade Emperor Temple may require advance reservations. It is recommended to check relevant information and make plans before your trip. Special reminder: During your visit, please protect cultural relics and do not touch or damage ancient buildings. Respect local culture and customs. At the same time, pay attention to safety and comply with the regulations of the scenic area.

Xinzhou! Wutai Mountain! This courtyard in the scenic area is so nice to stay in...

My family and I stayed in a dreamy B&B in Wutai Mountain, which is a courtyard-style B&B with a full Chinese aesthetic. It's super convenient in the Wutai Mountain Scenic Area, and I recommend it to my sisters who are coming to Wutai Mountain. The room is clean and comfortable, and I'm satisfied! The bed in this house is really comfortable, and I feel relaxed all over when I lie down. The bathroom provides disposable toilet pads, and the hygiene is completely reassuring. The location is really convenient to go to various temples, Including Wuye Temple and Guanghua Temple are within walking distance. It's also very convenient to go out for food, Self-driving can park and drive without any pressure. When I left, my sister gave me a gift and I will come back next time, full of happiness! Location: Dongzhuang Village, Wutai Huai Town

Recommended boutique homestay in Wutai Mountain.

1. Environment: Elegant and timeless environment, ancient-style courtyard homestay, many small details are done very carefully, the rooms are all equipped with solid wood furniture. Each room is also equipped with tea sets, and you can drink the local Wutai Mountain golden lotus tea. 2. Facilities and equipment: disposable slippers, 6-piece toiletries, disposable face towels, the toilet is also intelligent heating, hot water can be released in a few seconds. 3. Meals: The homestay room includes a buffet breakfast, there are many types of breakfast, cold dishes, hot dishes, soups, staple foods, fruits... and the taste is also very good! In addition, lunch and dinner are also provided. Lunch is free, and dinner is at your own expense. The price is not expensive and it is delicious! 4. Transportation: Wutai Mountain implements a vehicle reservation policy, which is convenient for booking vehicles! But for tourists who have not booked a vehicle, it is also very convenient! The store provides sightseeing car station pick-up and drop-off services.

Explore Shanxi with Wukong | Longquan Temple in Xinzhou.

🌸 Longquan Temple in Xinzhou, an ancient temple located on the hillside of Jiulonggang Mountain, 5 km south of Taihuai Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province, attracts countless tourists and believers with its unique architectural style and rich cultural heritage. The architectural style of the temple integrates various elements such as Han, Tibetan, and Indian, showing unique artistic charm. 🏯 Architectural style and features 🎨 The buildings of Longquan Temple are scattered and layered. The main building, the Daxiong Hall, adopts the traditional Xieshan roof style, and the roof is covered with yellow glazed tiles, which shine under the sun. The beams and columns in the hall are carved with exquisite patterns, showing the superb skills of ancient craftsmen. 🖼️ The murals and sculptures in the temple are also a highlight. The murals are colorful and rich in content, depicting Buddhist stories and historical figures. The sculptures are lifelike, showing the solemn images of Buddha, Bodhisattva, and Dharma protectors. 🌿 The surrounding environment also adds a lot of charm to Longquan Temple. The temple is surrounded by green trees and clear springs, creating a peaceful and peaceful atmosphere. 📜 A long history 🏯 The history of Longquan Temple is long and can be traced back to the Song Dynasty. It has experienced vicissitudes in the long river of history and witnessed the rise and fall of many dynasties. The reconstruction at the end of the Ming Dynasty laid the current architectural pattern for it, and the repairs from the end of the Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China period allowed it to be passed down to the present. Today, this temple is not only an important place for believers to worship, but also an excellent place for tourists to appreciate ancient architecture and Buddhist culture. 🎮 The inspiration for Black Myth: Wukong 🌟 In recent years, the popular game "Black Myth: Wukong" chose Longquan Temple in Xinzhou as one of the filming locations. The ancient buildings and mysterious atmosphere in the game make players feel as if they are in a fantasy world full of oriental charm. This cooperation not only adds cultural heritage to the game, but also allows more people to recognize this ancient temple through the game. 🌱 The positive impact of the game on the protection of ancient temples 🌼 Increase popularity: The widespread spread of the game has brought the beauty of Longquan Temple into thousands of households and attracted more tourists to visit. 🛡️ Enhance protection awareness: As people's attention to this temple continues to increase, the public's awareness of cultural heritage protection is gradually increasing. 💼 Promote tourism development: The increase in tourists has brought vitality to the local economy, and at the same time provided more financial support for the maintenance and management of the temple. 📖 Cultural exchange and inheritance: As a new cultural carrier, the game has spread the cultural essence of Longquan Temple to a wider audience, promoting the inheritance and development of traditional culture. 😊 Under the influence of "Black Myth: Wukong", Longquan Temple in Xinzhou has ushered in new development opportunities. Let us look forward to this ancient temple blooming more brilliant light in protection and inheritance! 🌈

Have you ever seen a temple on the sea?

Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and want to find a quiet place to relax? Then follow our footsteps and explore the beautiful Nanshan Temple! Nanshan Temple is located in the beautiful Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. It was built in 506 AD and has a history of more than 1,200 years. As a famous tourist attraction in Shenzhen, Nanshan Temple is not only known for its long history, sacred cultural atmosphere, and beautiful natural scenery, but also for its fresh, quiet, and peaceful nature. Climbing to the top of Nanshan Temple, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Shenzhen city, which provides comfort to the soul in the midst of a tiring life. Here, you can stroll on the green grass, admire the garden that is like spring all year round, taste various foods, participate in various cultural activities, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of this moment. If you are interested in Buddhist culture, then Nanshan Temple is definitely a place not to be missed. Here, you can visit famous Buddhist cultural relics and artworks in China, such as Thangka, Bodhisattva statues, Arhat statues, etc., and feel the profoundness of Buddhist culture. In Nanshan Temple, you can not only feel the strong cultural atmosphere, but also taste authentic Shenzhen cuisine. The snacks here are dazzling, such as Nanshan Shumai, Shrimp Dumpling, and Steamed Vermicelli Roll, which allow you to taste delicious food and feel the unique charm of Shenzhen. In short, Nanshan Temple is a place where you will linger. Here, you can find the tranquility of the soul, feel the beauty of nature, and taste authentic food. Let's spend an unforgettable journey together!

Buddha's Light: China's Magical Light

When sunlight pierces through the clouds and shines on the mountains and rivers, a mysterious and dazzling natural wonder, Buddha's Light, quietly emerges. China's Buddha's Light tourist attractions, with their ethereal and dreamy qualities, attract countless hearts in pursuit of magic and beauty. The characteristics of Buddha's Light lie in its mystery and ethereal fantasy. It often appears under specific conditions, like a sudden flash of light in a fairyland, giving people a surprise and shock. The colorful halo surrounds the figure, like a sacred crown, and like a blessing of auspiciousness. The colors of Buddha's Light are colorful and changeable, with distinct layers, as if it is a divine painting drawn by nature with the most delicate strokes. Its cause comes from complex optical phenomena. When sunlight shines on the surface of clouds and fog, after diffraction and reflection, the human shadow is projected into the halo, forming this wonderful Buddha's Light. "The mountains are full of beauty, and the water is full of clouds", which vividly depicts the dreamlike atmosphere when Buddha's Light appears. As a Buddhist holy land, the appearance of Buddha's Light in Wutai Mountain has a more sacred meaning. The temples are scattered, the bells are melodious, and when the sunlight penetrates the lingering incense, Buddha's Light quietly descends in this solemn and solemn atmosphere. The dazzling halo seems to be the light of compassion shed by the Buddha, warm and peaceful, enveloping every devout believer. "The ancient temple is outside the green mountain, and the Zen room is deep in the flowers and trees." In this deep and quiet environment, the appearance of Buddha's Light adds a transcendent and refined atmosphere. The believers put their hands together and pray silently in the Buddha's Light. The soul seems to have received the purest baptism. At this moment, time seems to stand still, the hustle and bustle of the world are left behind, only the sacred Buddha's Light and inner peace. The Buddha's Light of Mount Tai shows its majesty and majesty. It stands on the land of Qilu, carrying the heaviness and precipitation of the ancient times. When Buddha's Light comes, the majestic mountain body is even more solemn and solemn under the light. The peaks and mountains are undulating, the clouds and mists are ethereal, and Buddha's Light is like an auspicious sign from the sky, putting a mysterious veil on Mount Tai. Standing on the top of Mount Tai, bathing in the Buddha's Light, you can truly appreciate the majestic momentum of the mountains and rivers. The Buddha's Light of Huashan adds a touch of magic to its danger. Huashan is famous for its steep cliffs and deep valleys. When Buddha's Light flashes here, it is like a mysterious light from the sky. The peaks are steep, the strange rocks are rugged, and Buddha's Light seems to be a brilliant pearl specially decorated for it by nature. "Only the sky is on, and there is no mountain to match", under the reflection of this Buddha's Light, the danger of Huashan is more unique. The light seems to be telling the tenacity and unyielding of Huashan, and also makes people full of deeper respect and yearning for this famous mountain after marveling. In Emei Mountain, Sichuan, Buddha's Light often appears on the Golden Dome. Standing on the top of the mountain, the sea of clouds is surging, the sun is piercing the clouds, and Buddha's Light is looming. When the mysterious halo surrounds your figure, it seems to be in the fairyland of the Buddha country. "Shu has many fairy mountains, and Emei is hard to match", this famous mountain full of fairy spirits is more sacred and solemn because of the blessing of Buddha's Light. The Buddha's Light of Huangshan is also amazing. Among the strange peaks and rocks, the clouds and mists are lingering, and Buddha's Light flashes from time to time. It is like a mysterious visitor, adding a bit of mystery to this magnificent mountain and river. "Huangshan is four thousand feet, thirty-two lotus peaks. Dan Cliff is sandwiched with stone pillars, and the lotus is golden hibiscus." Encountering Buddha's Light in such a strange scene, people can't help but marvel at the ingenuity of nature. China's Buddha's Light tourist attractions are not only the wonderful gifts of nature, but also the window of dialogue between the soul and the world. Buddha's Light, like the smile of nature, is warm and mysterious. Under the shining of Buddha's Light, people feel the magic and greatness of nature, and are full of awe and yearning for the mystery of the universe.

Follow the "Black Myth: Wukong" to check in at the next stop, Nanshan Temple in Wutai Mountain, Shanxi.

Follow the "Black Myth: Wukong" to check in at the next stop, Nanshan Temple in Wutai Mountain, Shanxi, a historic Buddhist temple Here is a travel guide: 👉Opening hours: 08:00-18:00 👉Ticket information: Tickets are included in the Wutai Mountain Scenic Area pass, peak season: CNY 168/person, off-peak season: CNY 120/person 👉Address: Wutai Mountain Scenic Area, Wutai County, Xinzhou, Shanxi 👉Transportation guide: • Bus: Take the Taiyuan-Wutai Mountain bus from Taiyuan Passenger Transport East Station, 6:40-18:30, departs every half an hour to an hour depending on the number of passengers, CNY 73/person, about 4 hours (Taiyuan Passenger Transport East Station address: No. 165, Wulongkou Street, Xinghualing District, Taiyuan) • Train: Taiyuan Station has 3 trains to Wutai Mountain every day, 7:28, 19:15, 22:05, 4-6 hours, hard seat: CNY 15.5-37.5. Wutai Mountain Station is located in Shahe Town, Fanshi County, 54 km from Wutai Mountain Scenic Area. There is a bus to Taihuai Town in front of the train station, CNY 20/person, 2 hours; 👉Internal transportation in the scenic area: • Eco-car: The Wutai Mountain Scenic Area eco-car travels between various attractions and hotels, CNY 50/person, sold with the mountain entry fee, must be purchased whether you take it or not, can be used multiple times; • Mountain climbing car: To climb to the top of Wutai, you need to take the mountain climbing car from Dailuo Peak, CNY 70-80/person for a single mountain, CNY 350 for a five-mountain pass, operating hours: 7:30-16:00; • Chartered car: Since private cars are not allowed in the scenic area, you need to charter a local car, reference price: 3 people Santana CNY 1,600 for three days. 👉Attraction features: • History and culture: Nanshan Temple was built in the Yuan Dynasty. The entire temple has 7 floors and is divided into three parts. The lower three floors are called Jile Temple, the upper three floors are called Youguo Temple, and the middle floor is called Shandetang. • Architectural style: Nanshan Temple is built according to the mountain, with clear levels and orderly layout. It is the largest temple in Wutai Mountain. • Art treasures: The stone carvings and clay sculptures in the temple are even more unique. There are more than 1,400 existing stone relief works, with rich content, including historical figures, flowers, birds, insects, and beasts, Buddhist stories, etc. Each one is exquisitely carved and vividly portrayed. 👉Precautions: • The climate of Wutai Mountain is changeable, it is recommended to bring warm clothing and rain gear. • Respect Buddhist culture and customs and abide by temple regulations. • Pay attention to safety during the tour, avoid climbing and touching cultural relics.

Explore Foguang Temple at Mount Wutai with "Black Myth: Wukong".

Foguang Temple at Mount Wutai in "Black Myth: Wukong" is a Buddhist holy site that combines mystery and solemnity. It is also one of the important places where Wukong practiced and realized the Tao. Today, let's share with you the Foguang Temple at Mount Wutai in reality. 🌟 About Foguang Temple The East Hall is known as the "King of Ancient Chinese Architecture". Just hearing this name, you can imagine how powerful it is. Because its existence proves that there are still physical objects of Tang Dynasty wooden structure buildings in China. This discovery has added new glory to the status of ancient Chinese architecture in the history of world architecture. In 1961, Foguang Temple was announced by the State Council as the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units. In 2009, Mount Wutai, including Foguang Temple, was included in the "World Heritage List" by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. When you walk into the main hall, you will find a new world, where there are Tang Dynasty statues, murals and other art treasures. 🌟 📍 Foguang Village, Doucun Town, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province·Foguang Temple 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to take a taxi or drive by yourself, which will be more convenient.

Xiantong Temple | The golden hall emits boundless light, the pure blue is the beginning of the wonderful coolness.

| The golden hall emits boundless light, the pure blue is the beginning of the wonderful coolness. Xiantong Temple | The golden hall emits boundless light, the pure blue is the beginning of the wonderful coolness. Explore the soul of Mount Wutai, do you know the ancient temple Xiantong Temple, known as the "second in the world"? It is not only a witness to history, but also a treasure of architectural art, which is fascinating. Xiantong Temple, after the Eastern Han Dynasty White Horse Temple, was founded by monks in Mount Wutai, and flourished in the Northern Wei Dynasty. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it was even more respected as the first of the "Five Great Zen Places", the ancestor of all temples in the mountain. Stepping into this Ming and Qing architectural complex, the seven courtyards are all beautiful. The Great Manjusri and the Great Hall of the Great Heroes are solemn and majestic, especially the Great Hall of the Great Heroes, which is a legacy of the Daoguang period, with a double eave and a hipped roof, showing the royal style. Turning the corner is the Wuliang Hall, a miracle of Ming bricks. It is named Wuliang without beams. The statue of Rushena in the hall is compassionate and peaceful. The dome is high, and the sense of space is beyond imagination. It seems to have traveled to the fantasy world carefully built by Ming craftsmen. Entering Xiantong Temple, every brick and tile tells a story. Come to the comment area to share, which hall or Buddha statue attracts you the most? Let us feel this shock and tranquility that spans thousands of years together!

Touring ancient temples, listening to Zen sounds, understanding the mind and seeing one's true nature!

In the first year of the Dali era of Emperor Daizong of the Tang Dynasty (766 AD), Bukong Tripitaka sent his disciple Hanguang to Mount Wutai to establish the Golden Pavilion Temple. At that time, the temple was magnificent and grand in scale, with the golden pavilion in the temple reaching over a hundred feet high. It had three levels: upper, middle, and lower, with carved beams and painted rafters, towering into the clouds. The roof of the hall was "cast in copper and gilded," "illuminating the valleys." The temple was named the Golden Pavilion Temple mainly because of the "copper cast tiles and gilded soil." After the temple was completed, Bukong was honored as the founding patriarch of the Golden Pavilion Temple. The Golden Pavilion Temple later went through several destructions due to anti-Buddhist campaigns and wars, leaving only ruins. The existing temple buildings and statues are all from the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China periods after restoration and additions. The entire temple faces south with its back to the north, and the temple is basically square in shape. It covers a total area of 21,000 square meters and has 169 halls and buildings. The temple is divided into front and rear courtyards. The front courtyard is centered around the Guanyin Pavilion, with eight pavilion-style halls in the middle. The rear courtyard houses the Mahavira Hall, with monks' quarters on both sides, separated by a two-story building with a door in between for access. Along the central axis are the Hall of Heavenly Kings, Guanyin Hall, Pavilion Hall, and Mahavira Hall. The Golden Pavilion Temple has over 1,000 statues, making it the temple with the most Buddhist statues on Mount Wutai. The Golden Pavilion Temple is notable for its long history and numerous large statues, especially the Thousand-Hand Guanyin statue, which stands out among the many temples on Mount Wutai and attracts the attention of the world. The Golden Pavilion Temple has over 1,000 statues, making it the temple with the most Buddhist statues on Mount Wutai. The Golden Pavilion Temple is notable for its long history and numerous large statues, especially the Thousand-Hand Guanyin statue, which stands out among the many temples on Mount Wutai and attracts the attention of the world.

Check out the Buddha Light Temple, the same location as the popular game "Black Myth: Wukong".

🌈The Buddha Light Temple in Shanxi, the same location as the popular game "Black Myth: Wukong", is known as the "First National Treasure" by the famous Chinese architect Liang Sicheng. Here's a guide to the temple. ✅Attractions Manjusri Hall, Manjusri Five Statues, Five Hundred Arhats Mural, Manjusri Hall Ridge Turret, Manjusri Hall Front Sutra Pillar, East Hall Front Sutra Pillar, East Hall Ridge Turret, East Hall, Inscription, Colored Sculpture, Amitabha Mural, Thousand Buddha Mural, Ancestor Pagoda, etc. ⭐️Travel Tips It is recommended to visit in the afternoon when the light is better. The route is from Manjusri Hall, East Hall to Ancestor Pagoda. Manjusri Hall is the largest side hall with golden Manjusri Five Statues. The Five Hundred Arhats Mural is also wonderful. The East Hall is one of the three Tang Dynasty wooden structures. You need to go up the stone steps. If you have difficulty walking, please be careful. There is an inscription behind the door. There are 35 Buddha statues for worship, all of which are lifelike. Then enjoy the murals and some Arhat statues, nearly 300 in total, as well as hanging sculptures, etc. There are many characteristic plaques and structural styles. The real pagoda is the Ancestor Pagoda. 📍Address: 50 meters east of Z051, Wutai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province 🏷Ticket: CNY 40/person 🧐Opening hours: 08:00-17:00 🚇Transportation: It is recommended to charter a car or drive by yourself. Take a bus to Wutai County, then take a bus from the bus station to Yanjiazhai Village, and walk for about 20 minutes to get there. 📌Tips No reservation is required, but you can also scan the code to enter. You can learn about it in advance before visiting. Parking is free.

Traveling to the past - Nanshan Temple, Wutai Mountain (National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit).

Nanshan Temple, Wutai Mountain, is a Zen temple located between the mountains 2 kilometers south of Taihuai Town, Wutai Mountain, Shanxi Province. It was built in the second year of Yuanzhen of Yuan Chengzong (1296) and was once one of the ten green temples of Wutai Mountain, a national temple, and a royal temple garden. Nanshan Temple was originally named Dazheng Shouguo Temple by Yuan Chengzong Tumu. Rebuilt in the 20th year of Jiajing in the Ming Dynasty (1541). Expanded in the ninth year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty (1829), it was called Jile Temple. During the Republic of China, people such as Jiang Fuchen in the Northeast carried out reconstruction and collectively referred to it as Nanshan Temple. The existing buildings are relics from the Ming Dynasty to the Republic of China. In June 2009, it was listed as a World Heritage Site as a cultural landscape. On October 7, 2019, Nanshan Temple was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as the eighth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. Nanshan Temple is built on the mountain, facing east and west. There are 18 courtyards, pavilions, halls and houses, covering a total area of 37,000 square meters. The entire temple is composed of seven layers and three parts. The lower three layers are Jile Temple. In the courtyard on the left side of the temple, the Daxiong Hall is located in the center. The middle layer is Shandetang. The upper three layers are Shouguo Temple. The layout form of the traditional Chinese architecture is adopted. The main building is arranged on the axis, and the auxiliary buildings are arranged on both sides. The main buildings and statues in Nanshan Temple were all made by Anigo, a famous architect and statue master of the Yuan Dynasty. Although they have been repaired and reinstalled many times in later generations, the content and style of the subject still maintain the basic features of the Yuan Dynasty. It is a rare physical relic for studying and understanding the royal colored statues and temple culture of the Yuan Dynasty. At the same time, the study of Nanshan Temple also has important significance for exploring the relationship between the ancient Chinese court, the emperor and Buddhism.

The sky is high and the clouds are light, listening to the wind of the northern frontier at Yanqing Temple

Yanqing Temple, an open hall, with vast and boundless mountains behind it. The weather was particularly good that day, the sky was blue as if washed, and the resting clouds bloomed quietly like white lotus flowers, making the place even more outstanding. At noon, although the sun was intense, the weather in northern Shanxi was not as sultry as in the south. Coupled with the northern wind blowing from beyond the Great Wall, it was not tiring, and even if you sweated, it would dry quickly. 📜About Yanqing Temple Only the main hall remains, and its age is untraceable. Based on its architectural style, it is inferred to be a wooden structure from the Jin Dynasty. The roof slope is gentle, the eaves extend freely, the eaves curve beautifully, and the thick side walls taper inward, with harmonious proportions, completely exceeding my aesthetic expectations. If it weren't for visiting Foguang Temple, who would know of its existence? It is said that the stupa inside the hall was stolen earlier, and it stopped being open to the public. When I went, new buildings had already been constructed around it, and many students from Xi'an were sketching inside. 📝Professional Knowledge The main hall of Yanqing Temple is three bays wide, with a nearly square floor plan. It is a wooden structure with six purlins and a hip-and-gable roof. In terms of architectural style, the techniques of the eaves, intercolumnar brackets, diagonal braces, and camel hump are similar to those of the Manjusri Hall of Foguang Temple within the same region. The long purlins and the eaves brackets shaped like elephant trunks are also similar to the techniques used in the Amitabha Hall and Guanyin Hall of Chongfu Temple. 📸Recommended Highlights The stupa from the second year of Jingyou in the Northern Song Dynasty (1035), standing on a lotus base. The upper half of the stupa was stolen by thieves in 2011; The beast heads on the column tops of the main hall are particularly distinctive, resembling the masks used in southern Nuo opera, identical to the beast heads seen in the main hall of Guangji Temple in Wutai County. 🎫Tickets: Free, open all year round 🚖Transportation: Taxi is best, navigate to County Road 002, Wutai County, Xinzhou City 🐝Ancient Architecture Tour Route: Hongfu Temple - Yanqing Temple - Nanchan Temple - Guangji Temple - Foguang Temple

Xinzhou! Wutai Mountain! This courtyard in the scenic area is so nice to stay in.

The design of the homestay is ingenious, Not only can you taste tea and watch the mountains in the room, Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the mountain village, The layout of the courtyard can also feel the warmth of home. ✨The hotel is in the scenic area and it is very convenient to go to Wutai Mountain, There are buses and it is very close to the main road, The boss is very enthusiastic to help with luggage, Provide travel itinerary suggestions. ✨The room is clean and comfortable The room is as clean as new, 🛏️ The bed is neat and warm, I slept directly until dawn. If you drive by yourself, parking is also very convenient, Can help reserve parking spaces in advance. 🚗 📍Coordinates: Wutai Wutai Mountain Scenic Area

The best restaurant in Wutai Mountain.

The Zifu Chef at Wutai Mountain Marriott Hotel is a buffet breakfast and a weekend buffet restaurant. On weekdays, you can enjoy a la carte or set meals here, with a very high cost performance of Chinese and Western meals. This time we came with more than a dozen people and booked a set meal here. I can say it was unexpectedly good. Freshly baked bread, served with olive oil, black vinegar, and homemade basil sauce. Exquisite appetizers, fresh and refreshing. Small tomato and cheese salad, slightly sour, with the dense taste of cheese, instantly open the taste buds. Pumpkin cream soup, sweet and silky, with a light cream aftertaste. The main course is pan-fried cod, fat cod belly, crispy fish skin, tender fish with asparagus and lemon juice, balanced taste. Finally, the tiramisu, which is super high in value, is wrapped in a mousse full of milk flavor and soaked in coffee wine biscuits. Come and have a cup of coffee, look at the scenery outside the mountain, and feel comfortable. The restaurant, from the reception to the service staff to the manager, is very polite, responsive, and very professional in introducing various attractions in Wutai Mountain.

A must-visit in Mount Wutai - Nanshan Temple.

Nanshan Temple is one of the ten temples in Mount Wutai that have been included in the World Heritage List. It is also the temple that surprised me the most on this trip. Although it is close to the bustling Yangbaiyu Village, it still maintains a rare independent state. After walking through a mountain road with flying willow catkins and surging forests, I came to the south gate of the temple~Yongjin Gate. I was the last batch of visitors that day. As night fell, the Buddhist land with as many as seven courtyards formed by the three temples of Jile Temple, Shande Hall, and Youguo Temple, which were stacked up according to the mountain, seemed even more quiet and pure. After walking through the secluded path in Jile Temple, I came to the courtyard where the Ming Dynasty Daxiong Hall was located. I saw a Qing Dynasty inverted bowl-shaped brick pagoda sitting in the center, tall and handsome. Moving to the second-floor corridor where the halls of Pilu, Guanyin, Puxian, Wenshu, and Jade Emperor are located, the world of gods and Buddhas depicted by the exquisite colored sculptures, hanging sculptures, and murals distributed in it are also not to be missed. Following the guide and climbing up, I looked at the unopened Shande Hall and then came to the highest Youguo Temple. This small temple is famous for its various brick carvings and stone carvings. It is a treasure trove of sculpture art. The walls, railings, steps, door lintels, and steps... almost any external structure you can think of are decorated by local craftsmen through delicate and vivid carving techniques. Its content covers historical stories, folk tales, flowers, birds, auspicious beasts, and auspicious patterns. It is amazing!

Explore ancient temples and experience their thousand-year history!

Yanqing Temple is located in Shanwen Village, Yangbai Township, Wutai County, Shanxi Province. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but the stone inscriptions in the courtyard indicate that the temple already existed during the Tang Dynasty. It was rebuilt in the second year of the Jingyou era of the Song Dynasty and was renovated during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. The temple was originally a three-courtyard layout, but only the third courtyard remains. The main existing building is the main hall of Yanqing Temple, a relic of the Jin Dynasty, which faces south. The main hall is three rooms wide and about 13 meters long, with a slightly square floor plan. It is a wooden structure with six rafters and a hip roof. In terms of architectural form, the methods of the head, the supplement, the oblique arch, and the camel hump are similar to those of the Wenshu Hall of the Foguang Temple in the territory. The large supporting wooden feet and the head shape of the elephant are similar to the Amitabha Hall and Guanyin Hall of the Chongfu Temple in Suxian County. The hall uses a reduced column architectural structure, which was common in the late Jin and early Ming Dynasties. It is a newly created wooden structure, that is, it saves beams and columns without affecting the stability of the building. The two column heads in the center of the main hall are decorated with animal faces, which are uniquely shaped. Some people think it looks like a dragon, while others think it looks like a pig's head. There are relics of the Northern Song Dynasty in the temple. Although some are broken, the lotus base is very exquisite. The text on it records a lot of history of Yanqing Temple and has high research value. On May 25, 2006, Yanqing Temple was listed as the sixth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. Although Yanqing Temple is not large, as a wooden building of the Jin Dynasty, it has important historical, artistic, and scientific value and is a precious example of ancient architecture research.