Perfect, the Hanging Temple meets the 700-year-old Ginkgo King
by JAYSON KNIGHT
Dec 12, 2023
Red walls and tiles, waiting for you 🏮
Here, you can enjoy the real scenery of Fuchun Mountain and the unique scenery of Xin'an River, which is like the Hanging Temple in southern China. In the scenic area, there is also a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree. Every November, it turns into a golden fairy tale world, which is very beautiful.
Practical information
- Location and transportation:
- Self-driving: It takes about 2 hours to drive from Hangzhou, and 3.5 hours from Shanghai.
- High-speed rail: You can take the high-speed rail to Jiande Station, and then take a taxi to Hangzhou Jiande Daci Rock Scenic Area.
- Ginkgo viewing period: From November to early December, don't miss this great viewing period.
- Travel route:
Take the cable car up the mountain ➡️ Visit the Hanging Temple ➡️ Enjoy the Double-sided Buddha ➡️ Stroll along Yuhua Lake ➡️ View the ginkgo tree ➡️ Experience the glass plank road ➡️ Slide down the mountain. The whole journey is easy and convenient without returning.
Recommended check-in points
- Hanging Temple: It was built in the Yuan Dynasty, half embedded in the rock belly of the mountain, and the other half suspended in the air, supported by pillars on the cliff, which is really thrilling and shocking. Taking photos from different angles can show its thrilling and unique architectural charm.
- Double-sided Buddha: The golden Buddha sits peacefully on the top of the mountain, which is very shocking. No matter from the east or the west, you can see its full and real smile.
- Ancient ginkgo tree: It is said that this ginkgo tree is over a thousand years old. Every autumn, the tree is full of golden leaves, which is very beautiful. It has gone through a long time, but it is still lush.
Travel tips
- It is recommended to take the cable car up the mountain, which is very friendly to those who want to travel easily.
- The best time to view ginkgo is in November. If you want to enjoy the beautiful scenery of ginkgo, you should plan ahead.
- If you have enough time, you can arrange a two-day tour to visit Yanzhou Ancient City, Lingxi Cave, and Xin'an River to experience different customs.
- Food recommendation: There are many delicious foods in Jiande, such as Jiande tofu buns, Yanzhou crispy cakes, and local farm dishes, such as stewed chicken, stream fish, etc., which are very delicious. You must try them.
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