Tiantong Temple, a 1,700-year-old Buddhist temple in Ningbo 🏯

Experience the atmosphere of a 1,700-year-old Buddhist temple in Ningbo! 🏯✨**

If you're looking for something more than just a temple in Ningbo, Tiantong Temple (天童寺) is a must-see! With a history dating back to the Jin Dynasty (300 AD), it's one of the most important Zen Buddhist temples in China.

**📍 Location:**
Located in Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province (浙江省宁波市鄞州区东吴镇天童乡)

**🚌 Getting there:**

- Take bus number 162 or Micro 55 from downtown Ningbo (approximately 1 hour).
- Driving is also convenient, with parking available.

**💰 Admission fee:**
(We recommend checking the latest prices before you go.) (Subject to change)

**⏰ Recommended Time:**
About 2-4 hours. If you'd like to hike around, allow half a day.

**Don't Miss Highlights:**

- **Life-Releasing Pond (万工池)** - Two large, stunning ponds, their crystal-clear water reflecting the mountains and pagodas, creating a truly photogenic experience.
- **Grand Ubosot** - The magnificent main hall.
- **Hall of 500 Arhat Statues** - Each statue is exquisitely carved.
- **Thousand-Buddha Pot** - The giant pot used to cook for a thousand monks in the past is truly breathtaking.

**Why Visit:**
This temple is more than just a temple; it's the origin of the Soto Zen sect in Japan. Japanese monks came here to study the Dharma in ancient times and brought it back to spread. It's a true bridge connecting Chinese and Japanese cultures.

The temple grounds are lush and green, surrounded by mountains and ancient forests. Perfect for a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. 🌲🍃

**Tips:** Each season offers a different kind of beauty. - Blooming flowers in spring, cool summer, and fragrant flowers in autumn. Snowy winter.

If you're in Ningbo, don't forget to stop by and experience this atmosphere. It's truly worth the trip. 🙏
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