Day 1 Shanghai → Yuhang → Jingshan Ancient Trail → Shanghai
07:30
07:30-07:45 Meet and sign in at the designated location of China-TravelNote
07:30 Depart on time, interact with the train, explain the itinerary, and laugh all the way to the destination~
11:00
Arrive at the Dajingshan Distribution Center and take the free shuttle bus to the foot of Jingshan Mountain. After a brief warm-up, hike up the Jingshan Ancient Trail, which is about 3 kilometers long and takes about 1.5 hours.
The ancient trail is surrounded by green bamboos on both sides, and the breeze blows gently, allowing you to experience the joy of light hiking and the beauty of nature.
12:00
We arrived at [Jingshan Temple] and first washed our hands in the Xixin Pool on the left side of the temple entrance. Washing hands is like washing your heart, clearing your mind, letting go of all your obsessions and enjoying the vegetarian lunch provided by the temple.
Vegetarian cuisine is known for its health and deliciousness, and is a unique dining experience.
13:00
After your meal, you can visit the ancient architectural complex within Jingshan Temple, appreciate the unique charm of Song Dynasty architecture and the profound connotation of Buddhist culture, leisurely experience the exquisiteness of Zen culture, and explore the tranquility deep in your heart.
Tips for visiting temples
Miaoxiang Hall: The dining hall of Jingshan Temple, which serves vegetarian food, is a good place to experience the temple's dining culture.
Cafe: There is a cafe in the temple, which provides a place to rest and enjoy coffee. The environment is quiet and it is a good place to relax.
Special events during the New Year and Spring Festival: • Jingshan Ancient Trail Blessings: During both the New Year and Spring Festival periods, Jingshan Temple will offer blessing activities. Citizens are encouraged to visit the temple to pray for blessings and welcome the new year. For details, please refer to the official account [Jingshan Zen Temple] for details. With luck, you'll also receive lucky coupons.
3:00 PM
Gather everyone and take the shuttle bus down the mountain to the designated meeting point, then transfer to the bus you took when you came and return.
7:00 PM
When we arrived at the departure point in Shanghai, we all said goodbye with tears in our eyes. It was still early for us to return home and reunite with our families.
Due to the restriction of buses at the starting point of the ancient trail, you need to take a free scenic shuttle bus from the Dajingshan Distribution Center to reach the hiking point.
The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. The waiting time depends on the specific situation on the day. If the waiting time exceeds 1 hour during the Spring Festival, the tour leader will change the itinerary: the minibus will stop directly at Jingshan Temple, and the hike will be changed to a 3-4 km downhill hike on the Jingshan Ancient Trail.
