(One-day tour to the Three Su Temple)

Take a one-day tour to the Three Su Temple in Meishan, a place steeped in history and rich cultural heritage. For just 3,000 yuan, you'll experience the cultural heritage of the Song Dynasty, Dongpo's elegant gatherings, and the tea ceremonies of literati. It's a poetic journey through millennia! Today, we will take a break from the hustle and bustle, and walk into the former residence of China's most famous cultural family - Su Xun, Su Shi and Su Zhe: Meishan Three Su Temple. This is not a cold museum, but a living literati garden: ✅ Stroll through the Song Dynasty style courtyard, see the "wooden fake jade" ancient well, and the thousand-year-old red lychee tree ✅ Visit the birthplace of Dongpo, and read the source of "When will the bright moon be there" ✅ Wear Song Dynasty Hanfu, write calligraphy, make tea, make rubbings, and experience the "Song-style elegant gathering" ✅ Taste Dongpo's family banquet: Dongpo pork elbow, longan pastry, Meishan pickles ✅ Photograph the ancient building lanterns at night, and take a group of "literati style" photos The budget for the whole trip is controlled within 3,000 yuan (suitable for 2 people traveling together, about 1,500 yuan per person). This is not just a visit, but also a slow literary and artistic journey with a dialogue with Su Dongpo. [Itinerary Overview: Cultural Immersion Day Trip] 09:00 Depart from Chengdu → Drive/train to Meishan (about 1 hour) 10:30 Arrive at Three Su Temple → Change into Song Dynasty Hanfu and start literati mode 11:00 In-depth tour of the Three Su Temple (front hall, Qixian Hall, Laifengxuan, wooden rockery hall) 12:30 Lunch: Dongpo Family Banquet (Meishan time-honored brand) 14:00 Cultural Experience at the Three Su Temple: Calligraphy Copying + Song-style Tea Making + Rubbing Techniques 16:00 Stroll through the Forest of Steles and Danli Garden, and take ancient style photos 17:30 When the night lights come on, take pictures of the reflections of the red walls and lanterns of the Three Su Temple 18:30 Return to Chengdu or stay in a boutique B&B in Meishan (optional) ✅ Suggestions: - Avoid holidays and choose weekdays when there are fewer people - Can be combined with Meishan Wetland Park or Pengzu Mountain to form a parent-child cultural route [Budget breakdown total approximately RMB 2,860] (2 people traveling together, RMB 1,430 per person) Item Details Cost - Transportation Chengdu ↔ Meishan ¥400;– Self-driving gas + round-trip high-speed ≈ ¥200 – Or train Chengdu East → Meishan East, second-class seat ¥28 × 2 × 2 = ¥112 – Taxi within the city Meishan East Station → Three Su Temple, round-trip ¥100 Tickets Three Su Temple ticket + cultural experience package ¥360 – Three Su Temple ticket ¥40 × 2 = ¥80 – Song-style Yaji Experience Package ¥140 × 2 = ¥280 (includes calligraphy, tea making, and rubbings) Hanfu Experience Song-style Hanfu rental + simple makeup ¥298 – Recommended shop "Dongpo Yaji Pavilion" (cooperation with the temple) Meals Lunch + tea + snacks ¥450;– Dongpo Family Banquet Dongpo pork elbow, pickled fish, longan pastry, tofu pudding, meal for 2 people is about ¥320 – Literati Tea Party Song Dynasty tea experience in "Tinghexuan" in the Three Su Temple ¥65/person × 2 = ¥130 Cultural and creative shopping Dongpo poetry folding fan, rubbings souvenirs, Meishan pickle gift box ¥300 Photography backup Selfie stick/mobile phone fill light (optional) ¥100 (can be saved if you already have it) Accommodation (optional) Meishan boutique B&B (such as "Three Su Courtyard") ¥600 (if staying for one night) Reserve cash Emergency taxi, drinks, small gifts ¥352 Total ¥2,860 ✅ The whole trip is controlled within ¥3,000, rich cultural experience, and extremely cost-effective! [Core experience in-depth recommendation] 1️⃣ The starting point of the Three Su Temple to tour the thousand-year cultural heritage. Front hall: statues of the three Su brothers, feel the "three poets from one family" Qixian Hall: the ancestral hall of the Su family, dedicated to Su Xu (Su Shi's grandfather) Laifengxuan: where Su Shi studied as a teenager, and the place of inspiration for "When will the bright moon be there" Wooden Rockery Hall: the source of Su Xun's "Wooden Rockery Notes", a symbol of tenacity Danli Ancient Well: the ancient well of the Su family. Legend has it that when Su Shi was born, red lychees bloomed in the well. The Three Su Temple was first built in the Northern Song Dynasty and the existing one was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. It is the best-preserved Su family ancestral hall in China. 2️⃣ Experience being a "literati" for a day at a Song-style gathering. At the Three Su Temple Cultural Experience Hall, personally participate in three daily activities of Song Dynasty literati: Project Content Gains Calligraphy copying Copy an excerpt from Su Shi's "Cold Food Postscript" Feel the unrestrained style of the "stone-pressed toad" font Song-style tea-making Learn the "Seven-Soup Tea-making Method" to make foam Experience the same tea art as "Dream of the Red Chamber" Rubbing skills Copy the inscriptions of Su Shi's poems and lyrics Take away the exclusive "Dongpo Calligraphy" Shooting suggestions: Wear Hanfu and take close-ups when the light and shadow are soft, which is very literary! 3️⃣ Dongpo Family Banquet: The Taste of a Literary Master on Your Tongue Recommended restaurant: Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant (Meishan Branch) or Suci Old Flavor Must-Order Dishes: Dongpo Elbow: Fatty but not greasy, slow-cooked over low heat, inspired by Su Shi's "Poem on Eating Pork" Longan Pastry: shaped like longan, crispy, sweet and glutinous, a dim sum for Su's guests Meishan Pickles: Su Dongpo said, "If I don't eat for three days, my taste will be bland," an intangible cultural heritage Dongpo Tofu: light and elegant, a representative of literati vegetarianism 4️⃣ Ancient-style Photography, capture the "literati temperament" of blockbusters Best time: before 9:00 in the morning or after 17:30 in the evening (soft light) Must-Shoot Scenes: Red Wall Bamboo Shadow: Holding a round fan, looking back sideways Ancient Well Danli: Low-angle shot of the well platform reflection Stele Forest Corridor: Holding a rice paper rubbing, in a contemplative state Night Light Lantern: Photographing the red wall + warm light lanterns, full of artistic conception [Travel Tips] Best Seasons: March–May (warm spring, blooming flowers), September–November (brisk autumn). Clothing Tips: Wear light clothing during the day, and layer a T-shirt under your Hanfu. Avoid dark clothing during the tea-making/calligraphy experience (to prevent ink stains). Tips: Ask the Hanfu rental staff about the return time (usually 4 hours). Cultural experiences require advance reservations (book via the "Three Su Temple" official account). Do not touch the ancient stele; the rubbing experience will be guided by staff. Family-Friendly: Children can participate in rubbings and calligraphy, creating a fun and educational experience. The Three Su Temple's expansive gardens are perfect for strolls and guided tours. In short: A day at the Three Su Temple is no longer just a tourist; you've stepped into a study thousands of years ago, copying the "Cold Food Postscript," brewing tea while listening to the wind sing. Beneath the red lychee trees, you almost hear Su Dongpo's smiling voice as he said, "The best things in life are simple joys." This is the warmth of culture. This is the poetic beauty of Meishan.

Post by Thunderstorm42424242 | Aug 22, 2025