Things to do in Emeishan City

Jinding Cable Car

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Emeishan City · 16.4km from downtown

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Jinding Cable Car is a world-class double-bearing single traction reciprocating passenger ropeway. The full set of equipment was introduced from Austria. It has a high degree of automation, safety, reliability, stability and comfort. Starting from the reception hall and ending at the golden dome, there is no support in between. It is a large cableway carrying a large amount of passengers across the country. The operating time is a few minutes, which is one-thirtieth of the walking time from the entrance hall to the Golden Summit.

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Golden Summit

6.2

4.7/5

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Emeishan's Golden Peak Temple is surrounded on all sides by places of interest, attractions, and temples of all sizes, shapes, and historicity. To visit here is to truly experience the essence of Emeishan. Golden Peak Temple's golden statue of the Samantabhadra (the Universal Worthy with Four Faces and Ten Great Vows) is a must-see for many tourists to Emeishan. It is also one of the Han ethnicity national key temples of Buddhism. At 3,079 meters above sea level, visitors to the Golden Peak Temple will find their breath taken away by more than just the 48m tall Samantabhadra. While there, devotees may also go to the Huayan Temple to pay respect to the Buddha. From all four sides of the Golden Peak Temple, it is possible to see Emeishan's four wonders - the rising sun, the sea of clouds, the glory of the Buddha, and the holy light.

Emeishan City · 16.8km from downtown

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Baoguo Temple

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Emeishan City · 5.4km from downtown

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The Baoguo Temple, not far from Mount Emei, was built in the Wanli Period of the Ming Dynasty and is the starting point for most tourists to visit the Emei Mountain Scenic Area. The plaque of the "Baoguo Temple" on the temple gate is from the hand of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty. It is also the center of the Buddhist activities in the mountains. The main hall is the Maitreya Hall, the Daxiong Hall, the Seven Buddha Hall and the Puxian Hall. Today it is home to the Emeishan Buddhist Association, where many large ceremonies are held.

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Wannian Temple

5.6

Emeishan City · 10km from downtown

647 reviews

Wannian Temple is located in the heart of Emei Mountain. It is one of the eight temples of Mount Emei. It was built in the DongJin Dynasty and has a long history. It was originally named Puxian Temple. It was named "Shengshou Wannian Temple" during the Ming Dynasty. The Beamless Hall in the temple were made up of brick structures, were built by the Wanli Emperor for his mother's birthday. In the "Xingyuan Building" in the temple, the Buddha's Tooth, the Bayeux and the Wanli Golden Seal are the treasures that tourists definitly don‘t want to miss.

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Leidong Ping

5.3

Emeishan City · 17km from downtown

328 reviews

Leidong Plateau, with an altitude of over 2,400 meters, is the terminus of the sightseeing shuttle bus in the Emei Mountain Scenic Area. The bus operates between the Baoguo Temple Passenger Transport Centre at the foot of the mountain to the peak. Visitors must pass through Leidong Plateau on their way to Jinding Summit. Usually visitors would one day earlier to watch the sunrise at Jinding, because the accommodation cost in Leidong Plateau is cheaperch than that in Jinding Summit.

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Qingyin Pavilion

5.3

4.9/5

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Qingyin Pavilion, also known as Woyun Temple, is an important temple in Mount Emei. It was built by Huitong Zen Master during the Tang Emperor's Reign, and is one of the eight temples of Emei Mountain. The temple is dedicated to Sakyamuni, Manjushri, and Samantabhadra. The famous "Shuangqiao Qingyin" in Emei Mountain is here, two stone bridges leap, the river is a clear river, it is also a good place to take pictures in the mountains.

Emeishan City · 11.5km from downtown

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Sunrise Sightseeing in Leshan

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The sunrise in Leshan is a magnificent painting that nature has bestowed on this historical and cultural city. In Leshan, tourists can choose different viewing points to watch the sunrise, such as the heights of the Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, as well as some mountaintops or viewing platforms around Leshan. Each viewing point has its own unique perspective and scenery. When the eastern sky gradually turns pale, a touch of golden light quietly spreads over the mountains and rivers of Leshan. As the sun slowly rises, the whole world is instantly lit up. At this time, Leshan is full of mountains and forests. The golden sunlight and the emerald green mountains interweave into a colorful scene, which is so beautiful that it is very suitable for taking pictures.

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Lingxiu Hot Spring

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4.4/5

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Lingxiu Hot Springs are located in Emeishan's famous Baoguosi Scenic Area near Lingxiu Lake. Lingxiu Hot Springs have many types of hot spring pools both large and small, which tourists can choose from according to their wants and desires. Even in the coldest winter a visit to Emeishan's Lingxiu Hot Springs will always been warm and welcoming. Visitors can enjoy a discounted rate by entering before 5 p.m.

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Zero Kilometer

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4.8/5

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Zero Kilometer is located on the mountainside of Mount Emei, with an altitude of more than 1,300 meters. The climate is warm but not hot, making it a good place to escape the heat in summer and watch snow in winter. The place is surrounded by clouds and mist, and there are many special farmhouses, just like the residence of immortals. All the way through the clouds and mist, through the flowers and willows, the quaint houses come into view, the wooden houses, the spotless courtyards, the scenery of small bridges and flowing water, the conference rooms, guest rooms and bars that combine the quaint and modern, make people feel like they are in a paradise. Take a deep breath, it is the fresh air containing negative oxygen ions that makes people feel relaxed and happy.

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