Journey to Bodhi Island: Seeking a Heavenly Paradise on the Sea for Spiritual Purification
by Daniel Davis
Feb 10, 2024
Vast sky and sea, talking about Bodhi under the Bodhi tree! The most treasured cultural secret of Tangshan Tourism Island 🌊
💫 The ultimate Buddhist-style vacation! Northern Little Putuo, enjoy the sea, waves, and pay respects to the relics~
📍Address: Bodhi Island, Tangshan International Tourism Island, Bohai Bay, Laoting County, Tangshan City, Hebei Province
⏰Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (extended during peak season)
🚤 Transportation Tips:
2.5-hour self-drive from Beijing-Tianjin directly to the pier
Transfer to a speedboat for a thrilling 15-minute ride to the island
【Must-Visit Highlights】
1️⃣ Bodhi Zen Temple
A thousand-year-old ancient temple with booming incense! The temple houses the relics of Shakyamuni Buddha, and every shot in the Zen courtyard is a masterpiece
📸 Photo spot: The plaza in front of the main hall, capturing the glazed tiles and the sea-sky horizon
2️⃣ Marine Ranch
Hand-feed pufferfish, so healing! The transparent sea walkway feels like walking on the waves
🐡 Tips: Don’t miss the feeding show at 3 PM
【Advanced Experiences】
✔️ Wake up early to catch the most beautiful sunrise over the entire Bohai Sea
✔️ Wear Hanfu and take artistic photos along the Bodhi forest path
✔️ Collect moon shell clams on the beach at dusk (you can take them home)
🍴 Taste of Bodhi Island
▫️ Seafood feast: freshly caught mantis shrimp bigger than your palm!
▫️ Zen vegetarian dishes: temple-made Bodhi tofu is amazing
▫️ Beach barbecue: guesthouse owner’s secret garlic oysters
🏡 Accommodation Recommendation
White house guesthouses on the island with sea views from the window
Count stars accompanied by the sound of waves in the evening breeze ✨
💣 Pitfall Guide
❌ Don’t trust the "low-price speedboats" sold at the pier
⛵️ Official ferries are safer
❌ Check the tide table during the rainy season
🌧️ Some attractions close during heavy rain
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