A hidden Zen temple check-in in Nanchang! Complete one-day peaceful guide to Wenquan Temple

【A great weekend spot for Nanchang university students🥰】🌟
Amid the hustle and bustle of Nanchang, there’s actually a divine treasure hidden away🔥 The Zen spirit of this thousand-year-old ancient temple perfectly blends with the vitality of the modern city, making it a perfect photo spot📸

🌿 Wenquan Zen Temple Quick Facts
📍Address: Wenquan Village, Jingdong Town, Qingshanhu District, Nanchang City
🕘Opening Hours:
Weekdays: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Weekends: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
🎫Admission: Free! Free! Free!

💯 Reasons to Check In
1️⃣ A Zen secret realm spanning a thousand years
This ancient temple, founded in the Tang Dynasty, is tucked away in the alleys of Qingshanhu District🍃 Instantly transport yourself to the ink-wash Jiangnan scenery—ancient trees, stone bridges, red walls, fish ponds, every shot is a masterpiece! Especially beautiful lighting from 3 to 5 PM✨

2️⃣ Five layers of Zen spaces perfect for photos
👉Red walls and bamboo shadows: light and shadow create a textured effect
👉Stone bridge by the pond: koi swimming is super soothing
👉Wishing ancient tree: hang a wish tag and snap the popular style

3️⃣ Authentic cultural experience
You can participate in:
✅Morning bell and evening drum
✅Copying sutras and meditation (weekends have guided sessions)
Free incense is also available at the entrance

📸 Photo tips to blow up your Moments
👗 Outfit suggestions:
Plain-colored Hanfu or modern Chinese style outfits are always a hit!
Rainy days add a misty Jiangnan vibe

⏰ Best photo time:
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM for the best light
(Fewer people on weekends for easier shooting)

🎬 Bonus check-in spots:
- Koi lazily sunbathing by the pond
- The "playful Bodhisattva" smiling with chin in hand among the bushes
- A lazy dog soaking up the sun

🚗 Transportation Guide
Subway: Line 1, Qingshanhu Avenue Station, Exit 2, 500 meters walk straight to the temple
Nearby activity: After checking in, take a stroll along the Qingshanhu Greenway🚶‍♀️

🍜 Nearby Food
Within a 5-minute walk outside the temple:
👉Nanchang mixed noodles + clay pot soup
👉Authentic baked flatbread and guokui
Only about 10 yuan per person to eat until full!

Final thoughts💭
There’s no noisy tourist crowd here, only the sound of wind rustling leaves🍃 If you’re tired of crowded check-in spots, come to Wenquan Zen Temple to zone out and give your soul a break～

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✨Friendly reminder:
Remember to speak softly, and please do not take photos of the Buddha statues～