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The evening bell of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain is called “Nanping”, and the evening bell refers to the bronze Dafan bell inside the temple.
The bronze bell is 3 meters high and weighs more than 10 tons. It is engraved with the Lotus Sutra with more than 68,000 characters.
Every day around 4:00 PM, you can hear the powerful sound of a large wooden hammer hitting the pendulum clock.
On every New Year’s Eve, many citizens and tourists gather inside and outside the Jingci Temple bell tower to celebrate the New Year’s bell.
Attraction Location: Nanping Hill, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China (浙江省杭州市南屏山)
History: Nanping Evening Bell is a historic Buddhist temple site known for its ancient bell that rings at sunset. The tradition of the evening bell dates back hundreds of years, symbolizing reflection, peace, and the passage of time.
Architecture: Traditional Chinese Buddhist temple architecture with tiered roofs, wooden halls, and stone pathways. The bell tower itself is an iconic structure, often surrounded by scenic gardens and walkways.
Cultural Value: The site is culturally significant as it represents local religious practices, meditation rituals, and historical temple construction. The bell ringing ceremony is a symbolic cultural activity reflecting the calmness of Hangzhou’s spiritual heritage.
Other Information: The attraction also features natural scenic views of Nanping Hill, tea gardens, and walking paths, providing a mix of cultural and natural sightseeing opportunities.
Opening Hours: 07:30 – 18:00
Ticket Price: Adult: ¥50
Student: ¥25
Senior Citizens: ¥35
Best Photo Spots: Bell tower at sunset, temple courtyards, Nanping Hill panoramic viewpoints, nearby gardens
Time Reference: 2–3 hours to explore the temple and bell tower; 1 additional hour for walking the surrounding scenic area
Jingci Temple, located at the foot of Huiri Peak on Nanping Mountain, is one of the four ancient temples in the history of West Lake. Because of the loud sound of the bell in the temple, "Nanping Evening Bell" is listed as the ninth of the ten scenic spots of West Lake.
"Songs and dances are performed with great ease, painted boats and fragrant carriages appear every day. Only in the temple on Nanping Mountain do the monks ring the sunset bell in their spare time."
------Ten Odes on West Lake by Li Sunchen of the Ming Dynasty
"Nanping Evening Bell" is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake.
This refers to the evening bell tolling at Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of Hangzhou's West Lake, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak, a hundred meters high, is lushly forested and framed by rocky cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring clear and melodious.
It is famous and the ticket price is 15 yuan, so I wanted to go in and take a look. After seeing it, I felt that the price of 5 yuan was appropriate. It can block outsiders, but it doesn't have any special features.
Nanping Evening Bell. Located in the Nanping Mountain area on the south shore of West Lake, covering approximately 3.91 hectares, it features the aesthetically pleasing sound of the bells of Jingci Temple at the foot of Nanping Mountain resounding across the lake. This scenic spot is a Buddhist cultural relic, characterized by its auditory appeal. Since the Five Dynasties (10th century), the foot of Nanping Mountain has been a Buddhist sanctuary, known as the "Southeastern Buddhist Kingdom." Founded in 954 AD, Jingci Temple became one of the two major Buddhist monasteries, along with Lingyin Temple, situated to the north and south of West Lake. Whenever the temple's evening bells ring, the oscillations of the bells are transmitted to the rocks and caves of the mountain, creating a melodious, resonant chorus of bells.
I passed by but didn't have time to go into this attraction. To be more precise, I didn't do enough research and missed this attraction.
Oh, forget it, I rushed to catch the bus just to hear the bell, but in the end, the bell didn’t ring! !
"Nanping Evening Bell," the ninth of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak stands 100 meters high, adorned with lush forests and screen-like rock cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with clear and melodious tones.
One of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, the bell rings in the evening and you can watch it together with Leifeng Pagoda
"Nanping" refers to Nanping Mountain behind Jingci Temple, and "Wanzhong" refers to the bronze Dafan bell in Jingci Temple.
These four words made me hum involuntarily...
"Nanping Evening Bell," the ninth of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak stands 100 meters high, adorned with lush forests and screen-like rock cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with clear and melodious tones.
"Nanping Evening Bell" is the beautiful name for Jingci Temple. It's a perfect match for the sunset over Leifeng Pagoda. The reflection of Leifeng Pagoda and the sound of the bell create the most enchanting evening scene among the ten scenic spots of West Lake. If you're interested in visiting Jingci Temple, you can simply cross the street after visiting Leifeng Pagoda.
It's said that every New Year's Eve, Hangzhou residents and tourists gather here. When the 108 chimes ring out, it symbolizes peace and tranquility. If you're interested, ring the bells! It represents good luck and fortune.
It's on the second floor of a small building not far from the entrance of Jingci Temple. It costs ten yuan to ring the bell. It's quite good.
Among the ten scenic spots of West Lake, this is the only one that uses the instruments in Buddhist temples as a landscape. "Nanping" refers to Nanping Mountain behind Jingci Temple, and "Wanzhong" refers to the bronze Mahabrahma bell in Jingci Temple.
The Nanping Evening Bell attraction is just opposite the Leifeng Pagoda (Jing Temple), but it closes at 5 o'clock, so friends who want to see it should go early.
The bell tower is near the entrance. It costs 10 yuan to ring the bell once, which is the evening bell of Nanping.
A quiet place with very few tourists. Walking past Leifeng Pagoda, listening to the lingering evening bells of Nanping, daydreaming of the orioles singing in the willow waves by the West Lake.
Check-in spot, one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake in Hangzhou~~
The Nanping Evening Bell is quite ordinary, so if you are short on time, you may consider not going.
The Nanping Evening Bell is located inside the Jingci Temple. You need to buy a 10-yuan incense and flower voucher, but I searched for the bell for ages and couldn’t find it.
To put it bluntly, the Ten Scenic Spots of Hangzhou are places where you can take your friends to visit.
The Nanping Evening Bell, one of the ten scenic spots in Hangzhou, is located in the Jing Temple Bell Tower. Admission is 10 yuan.
The Nanping Evening Bell was just a check-in for the Ten Scenes, but I didn't hear the bell ringing.
I'd looked up the bells and learned they chime 108 times at 8 p.m., so after watching the sunset, I went to wait. Since the gates are closed at night, I sat at the gate west of the main entrance, next to the ticket booth and closer to the bell tower. At 8 p.m., there was no movement. Around 8:05, I heard a series of drumming, and a few minutes later, the bells began to ring. The noise from traffic and pedestrians was so loud that it was difficult to hear, but I could still hear it, and the echo lasted a long time.
Climbing up to the room where the Nanping Evening Bell hangs, I saw a truly enormous bell! If you were to catch it ringing, the resounding sound would surely be truly breathtaking. I didn't take any photos of the bell; it was so solemn and impressive. However, from the window, you can see Leifeng Pagoda across the street. I think the view from here is pretty good, haha.
Among the ten scenic spots of West Lake, the only one that features Buddhist temple artifacts as a feature is the "Nanping Evening Bell" at Jingci Temple. The fact that this bell stands alone as a scenic spot demonstrates its extraordinary significance. "Nanping" here refers to Nanping Mountain behind Jingci Temple, and the "evening bell" refers to the bronze Dafan bell inside the temple. In ancient times, the ringing of the bronze bell would create a resounding sound that echoed through the mountains and valleys, earning the "Nanping Evening Bell" widespread fame.
This is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. There were few tourists in the area, mostly there to burn incense. I paid ten yuan to ring the bell, climbed up to the platform, and the staff told me to ring it three times. After I finished, they told me it would cost thirty yuan for three more times. I felt ripped off. There was a vegetarian lunch at noon, one spoonful of rice and one spoonful of vegetables, which was quite filling. Aside from the Jigong Hall and the Yunmu Ancient Well, it was much like any other temple.
Ten yuan a pop. Compared to the Leifeng Pagoda across the street, this place is incredibly quiet and peaceful. The temple is not big. Vegetarian food is available.
"Nanping Evening Bell," the ninth of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak stands 100 meters high, adorned with lush forests and screen-like rock cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with clear and melodious tones.
The Moon Reflected in the Lake of Peace, the Opening Clan, the Mirror Distant, the Trees Coming, the Evening Bell
Jingci Temple is located on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou. The main mountain is Nanping Mountain, a place of towering peaks, intricate rocks, and steep cliffs that resemble a barrier. Nanping Mountain rises from Tianmu Mountain and winds eastward for thousands of miles. Su Shi described it as "dragons flying and phoenixes dancing, converging in Lin'an."
The Nanping Evening Bell is the oldest of the ten scenic spots at West Lake. It is located on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Huiri Peak, the mountain's main peak, rises 131 meters above sea level. It is composed of Permian limestone and features lush forests and screen-like cliffs.
There was originally a bronze bell in Jingci Temple. Every evening, its deep and rich tone echoed through the mist and evening haze, echoing through the mountains and valleys, and its distant and profound sound earned it the name "Nanping Evening Bell". The scenery of "Nanping Evening Bell" at the northern slope is particularly beautiful, surpassing that of West Lake.
One of the major attractions of West Lake, it depends on how you play
Jingci Temple is opposite to Leifeng Pagoda. It is the place where Jigong is said to have become a monk and the location of the famous Nanping Evening Bell, one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. Compared with Leifeng Pagoda opposite, there are few tourists here. As we arrived late, the staff who were paid to ring the bell had disappeared. The master rang the bell too late at 8 o'clock, so we did not hear the Nanping Evening Bell.
I like every scene of West Lake. It would be great if I could live here!
As one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, you need to calm down and appreciate the scenery slowly.
I hope I can stand by the West Lake on New Year's Eve and truly experience the wonders of the Nanping evening bell.
Actually it's just the sound of a temple bell, but that song is more famous
One of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, it's good to take a look
Hangzhou is worthy of being the most beautiful paradise on earth, with poetic and picturesque scenes everywhere.
It's called Nanping Evening Bell, the evening bell! But strangely, when I went there, it wasn't even dusk yet, and they were not allowed to enter the temple after get off work... Forget it, I'll go to the long bridge next to it and wait to watch the sunset at Leifeng Pagoda.
Hangzhou's landmark attractions, check in and visit it.
"Nanping Evening Bell", one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bell of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. The evening bell sounds clear and melodious.
"Nanping Evening Bell" refers to the evening bell sound of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain beside West Lake.
When I walked around West Lake, I didn’t go there specifically to see it, and I arrived there in a short while.
It's right at the gate of Jing Temple, opposite the Leifeng Pagoda.
I came here because of its reputation, but the scenery is just average. It is an alternative scenery by the West Lake.
The "bell" in the Nanping Evening Bell is located inside Jingci Temple. Every day around 4:00 PM, you can hear the powerful and resonant sound of a large wooden hammer striking the pendulum bell. The sound of the bell fully reveals the atmosphere of the temple. Of course, it's worth mentioning that Jingci Temple is also the place where Jigong practiced and passed away. In front of the Jizu Hall, west of the Main Hall, is the legendary ancient wood-carrying well. It is said that the last piece of wood from Jigong's transport is still at the bottom of the well.
Recommended: The Nanping Evening Bell is located opposite the Leifeng Pagoda scenic area. Inside the Jingci Temple, you need to buy a 10-yuan ticket to enter. Like most temples, you can enjoy the view of the Leifeng Pagoda from the highest point. There is a large bell in the scenic area, and the Nanping Evening Bell refers to the bell that is rung in the evening. Visitors can also ring the bell for 10 yuan each time.
Jingci Temple is opposite the Leifeng Pagoda. There is a bus stop there, but it is not recommended because it is too congested.
Similarly, by the West Lake, there is a newly carved stele, which may have used the bell of a nearby temple. There is nothing special about it.
This is not the Nanping mentioned in the song “Nanping Evening Bell”. The temple is very small and if you want to hear the bell, you can hear it from the surrounding areas.
After listening to a song like this, everything here is so poetic!
Nanping Evening Bell, drifting with the wind, you have heard of this, right? This is the place, there is a fee for ringing the bell, haha, it is very good
The evening bell of Nanping refers to the Jingci Temple, where the bell sounds leisurely.
This is Nanping Mountain. The legendary Nanping Evening Bell, one of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bell of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain.
The main purpose of coming to Jing Temple is to see the Nanping evening bell. Fei Yuqing's singing is also a memory from my childhood.
Opposite Leifeng Pagoda lies the Nanping Evening Bell. "Nanping Evening Bell," one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak, a hundred meters high, is lushly forested and framed by rocky cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with a clear and melodious melody.
Riding a bike, humming a song, holding hands with a girl and laughing, the first choice for making waves
The bell mentioned in Nanping Evening Bell is in Jingci Temple. The ticket price is 10 yuan, which is not expensive. If you want to ring the bell, it is 10 yuan per ring.
Every evening, melodious bell sounds echo over the West Lake. The Nanping Evening Bell, one of the Ten Scenic Spots of the West Lake, is very famous.
The Nanping Evening Bell refers to the bell of Jingci Temple, which is usually rung by the monks at 4 a.m. and 8 p.m. every day.
When I hear the name of Nanping Evening Bell, I will think of the old song "Nanping Evening Bell". I wonder if it comes from this.
The "bell" in the Nanping Evening Bell is located inside Jingci Temple. Every day around 4:00 PM, you can hear the powerful and resonant sound of a large wooden hammer striking the pendulum bell. The sound of the bell fully reveals the atmosphere of the temple. Of course, it's worth mentioning that Jingci Temple is also the place where Jigong practiced and passed away. In front of the Jizu Hall, west of the Main Hall, is the legendary ancient wood-carrying well. It is said that the last piece of wood from Jigong's transport is still at the bottom of the well.
A scene of West Lake, on the other side of Jinshan Temple, a famous scene of West Lake in ancient times
"Nanping Evening Bell", the ninth of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bell of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain is located on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain.
The Nanping Evening Bell is also one of the popular sights in Hangzhou. I usually go to the temple when I go to Hangzhou, especially in winter when there are relatively few tourists. If it snows, it is really beautiful. Just walk slowly and enjoy it slowly.
The Nanping Evening Bell refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain is located on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak is 100 meters high, lush with trees and surrounded by rocky cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring clear and melodious.
"Nanping Evening Bell," the ninth of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak stands 100 meters high, adorned with lush forests and screen-like rock cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with clear and melodious tones.
Jingci Temple is just opposite the Leifeng Pagoda. It doesn’t seem to be a tourist attraction for tour groups, so there are very few tourists. A ten-yuan ticket is required to enter. Compared with the thousand-year-old Lingyin Temple, which is filled with smoke and bustling with people, this temple has a touch of tranquility. The brilliance of Lingyin Temple is so great that people have somewhat forgotten the temple where Jidian monk spent the second half of his life. After entering, I found out that the Nanping evening bell that I heard when I was a child was actually singing in this ancient temple. Sitting under the tree in front of the main hall, listening to the loud bells of the bell tower next to it, it seems that I really have a sense of Zen enlightenment. This is a place that can make people forget time.
Opposite Leifeng Pagoda lies the Nanping Evening Bell. "Nanping Evening Bell," one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak, a hundred meters high, is lushly forested and framed by rocky cliffs. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, where the evening bells ring with a clear and melodious melody.
After taking a look at the top of Leifeng Pagoda and observing the terrain, they felt that they still had to climb to get in. The two people, who were already exhausted, decided to just touch the bell from the outside.
Nanping Evening Bell is located next to Yuewang Temple and can be visited together. The yellow walls represent the royal family's visit here. The four characters "Nanping Evening Bell" were bestowed by Emperor Kangxi.
It is worth going to Ci'en Temple at dusk just to experience this artistic conception.
I can't help but think of a song: "I hurried into the forest
The forest is full of clumps
I can't find his whereabouts
I only see the tree swaying in the wind
I walked hurriedly in the forest
The forest is full of clumps
I can't see his whereabouts
I only heard the Nanping bell
The evening bells of Nanping drift in the wind
It seems to be knocking
Knock on my heart
The evening bells of Nanping drift in the wind
It seems to be urging
Wake up my lovesick dream
It awakened my longing dream
What's the use of lovesickness?
I walked out of the forest
I saw the sunset again
Standing on the Leifeng Pagoda and looking into the distance, the environment is beautiful and there is no place in West Lake that is not beautiful.
I heard that the evening bells of Nanping are so loud that you can hear them all around, and the sunset glow is even more intoxicating. Unfortunately, you can only watch from afar, so I'll just have to make do.
The Nanping Evening Bell is opposite the Leifeng Pagoda. I have never been inside, but I just looked at it from the door. It is a scenic spot with quite a charm. You don’t need to go there deliberately, but if you ride a bicycle around the lake, you will pass by the Nanping Evening Bell. You can still take a break here and enjoy the scenery.
One of the ten scenic spots of the old West Lake in Hangzhou, go there if you have time
One of the ten scenic spots of West Lake, with classical charm and breathtaking beauty
The evening bells of Nanping, drifting on the wind, seem to strike deep within my heart. "Nanping Evening Bells," one of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, refers to the evening bells of Jingci Temple on Nanping Mountain. Nanping Mountain lies on the south bank of West Lake in Hangzhou, north of Yuhuang Mountain, and east of Jiuyao Mountain. Its main peak rises a hundred meters, shrouded in lush forests and rocky cliffs like screens. At the foot of the northern slope lies Jingci Temple, whose evening bells ring clear and melodious.