Hangzhou. Chanyuan Temple | Hangzhou's Little Forbidden City
by ExplorerEpisodes
Dec 10, 2024
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Spring at Tianmu Mountain has finally been ignited by this century-old magnolia tree 🔥!
A visit to Chanyuan Temple on March 6th revealed that the white magnolia is already 70% in bloom.
The jade-like branches are laden with blossoms, resembling a snowy wonderland against the backdrop of the ancient temple's yellow walls.
Every photo taken here is a masterpiece of Zen tranquility!
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📍【A Thousand-Year-Old Temple: Embracing Zen】
Chanyuan Temple, as the dojo of Weituo Bodhisattva, possesses an ethereal aura ✨.
Ascending the steps, the magnolias and the blue-tiled eaves complement each other beautifully.
The spring breeze whispers through the eaves, carrying the sound of temple bells and the subtle fragrance of sandalwood.
At this moment, one suddenly understands the meaning of "a blossoming tree, a Zen heart."
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📸【Photo Tips】
✅Best spot: The magnolia tree in front of Weituo Hall (low-angle shots of people + ancient architecture create a sense of history).
✅Atmosphere props: Plain oil-paper umbrellas/bamboo baskets.
✅Golden hour: 7-9 am (stunning when shrouded in mist).
✅Outfit suggestions: New Chinese style/light colors (the yellow walls and white magnolias provide natural lighting).
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✨【Nearby Activities】
✔️The century-old intertwined ancient cedar trees within the temple are awe-inspiring.
✔️Tianmu Academy is a 10-minute walk away.
✔️Drive 5 km to check out the popular Big Tree Kingdom Road.
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🚗Navigation: Lin'an Chanyuan Temple (1.5 hours from Hangzhou).
🅿️Parking: 10 yuan/24 hours.
🕰Flowering period: Currently about 70% in bloom.
🎫Tickets: 20 yuan/person, free with Hangzhou Cultural Tourism Card.
⚠️TIPS: Please be quiet and walk slowly inside the temple.
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The most healing and limited-time romance of this spring.
You'll have to wait another year if you miss it!🙏
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