Tongtian Rock: The Largest Stone Cave in Jiangnan

I stayed near Ganzhou Railway Station, where you can take Bus No. 18 (¥1) directly to the last stop, which is right at the entrance of Tongtian Rock Scenic Area. The one-way trip takes about an hour, but I think it's absolutely worth visiting!

Upon arrival at the scenic area, you can purchase a ticket for ¥30. Note that there are no shops inside the area, so make sure to prepare food and drinks in advance! I only walked to the Reclining Buddha and returned the same way, which took me half a day. If you plan to explore the entire area, it might take over 6 hours. The terrain inside the scenic area is not very steep, consisting mostly of small hills and winding staircases, so it doesn't feel like mountain climbing. Plus, there aren't many tourists, making it quite pleasant to stroll around and take photos without waiting for people to clear the frame.

Main Route:
Entrance → Wang Yangming Statue → Guanxin Rock → Wanggui Rock → Wangjiang Pavilion → Xichun Pavilion → Guangfu Zen Temple → Moon Spring → Reclining Buddha.

Brief Introduction:
1. Guanxin Rock: The place where Wang Yangming gave lectures.
2. Wanggui Rock: Features giant stone-carved characters.
3. Tongtian Rock: The highlight of the Northern Song Dynasty cliff carvings, showcasing numerous Buddha statues as well as animal and bird-shaped carvings.
4. Reclining Buddha: Carved along the mountain's contour, measuring 23 meters in length.

Post by Chengchichi | Sep 4, 2025