
慧灯庵在天柱峰东山(或插屏峰)脚,背靠迦叶殿,面前是上天柱峰的游路。据史料记载,公元1605年(明万历乙巳),僧人洪平在此结茅庵居住,到公元1634年(崇祯甲戌),洪平的徒弟普现募化扩建慧灯庵。公元1692年(清康熙壬申),僧人宗海再募化重修。
慧灯庵自古就是上天柱峰的正道所必经的寺庵。公元1639年正月,大旅行家徐霞客云游鸡足山后,曾在《滇游日记》中提到“会灯寺”和“会灯大道”,并把上天柱峰顶的会灯大道,称之为“正道”。当时慧灯寺是朝山者上金顶前焚香小憩品茶之地。据说,历史上慧灯庵的素餐很有些名气。
慧灯庵四周被古木茂林所合围,一年四季每天早晚都有林鸟的鸣唱,正应一句古诗所云“鸟鸣山更幽”。慧灯庵后有一棵被称为“九心十八瓣”的古茶花,树龄已有240多年。所开的花为十瓣,外观像狮子头,花期为每年春节前后。在慧灯庵前,还可仰望到屹立于天柱峰顶直插云霄的金顶寺楞严塔雄姿。
低纬度高原季风气候;慧灯庵背靠天柱峰,面对重岳,视野开阔,是攀登金顶的起点,四季皆宜出游。
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位于云南大理的会灯寺是一处重要的佛教圣地,拥有悠久的历史。它以其深厚的宗教底蕴和精美的建筑而闻名,吸引着众多寻求文化熏陶和静心冥想祈祷的游客。
慧登寺位于云南大理风景秀丽的地区,苍山山麓附近。您可以从大理市中心乘坐出租车或包车前往。虽然也有公共交通工具可供选择,但出租车或包车是最便捷的交通方式。
会灯寺每日从清晨开放至傍晚。最佳游览时间为清晨或傍晚,以避开人群,在宁静的环境中体验寺庙,尤其是在日出或日落时分,光线最适合拍照。
会灯寺的门票通常很低或免费,但鼓励捐赠。一些特殊服务,例如导览或寺庙仪式,可能需要收费。门票可在现场购买,无需提前预订。
普通门票无需提前预订。但是,如果您计划参加特别游览或活动,建议提前一两天预订。
通常来说,游览会登寺大约需要1到2个小时,具体时间取决于您的游览速度。如果您想欣赏周围环境,享受宁静的氛围,则可能需要更长时间。
提供导览服务,通常以中文进行。部分导游会说英语,但如果您需要英语导游,最好提前确认。一般不提供语音导览,但可以聘请当地导游,以获得更丰富的体验。
Start by entering through the main gate and explore the courtyards and gardens. Next, visit the prayer hall and the surrounding smaller shrines. If you have time, take a walk around the temple grounds to enjoy the natural beauty.
Night visits are not typically offered at Huideng Temple. There are no light shows, but the temple provides a serene atmosphere at dusk. Special tours may be available during religious festivals or specific events.
The temple is generally less crowded on weekdays and early in the morning. Weekends and public holidays can be more crowded, so it’s best to visit during the week and avoid major Chinese holidays for a more peaceful experience.
Basic facilities are available, including public toilets and water stations. There are no large shops or restaurants on-site, but there are small vendors selling snacks and drinks near the temple entrance. For full meals, you will need to visit nearby areas in Dali.
The temple is accessible for most visitors, though there may be some uneven paths and steps that could be challenging for elderly or disabled visitors. Children can enjoy the open spaces, though they should be supervised in the more spiritual areas of the temple.
Cash is widely accepted, but mobile payment methods such as WeChat Pay and Alipay are commonly used in the area. Some smaller vendors may only accept cash.
There are a few local restaurants near the temple offering traditional Yunnan dishes. For a wider variety of food options, you can head to Dali city, which is about 20 minutes away by car.
Vegetarian options are available in local restaurants, and some places may offer vegan-friendly dishes. Halal food options are limited in this area, and it’s recommended to check in advance or visit larger cities like Dali for more variety.
There are small souvenir shops near the temple selling traditional items like Buddhist statues, incense, local crafts, and Yunnan-style textiles. Popular souvenirs include handmade jewelry and locally produced teas.