Legend has it that there are 9,999 dragons here | The "Deep Mountain Forbidden City" hidden in a small county town.
by AAO. Daniel 3654
Sep 21, 2024
✨Explore Baoguo Temple in Pingwu, Sichuan | A thousand-year-old temple, tranquil and beautiful
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🔹Address: North of Bao'en Street, Bao'en Town, Pingwu County, Mianyang City, Sichuan Province
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⏰Hours: Open all year round, daily 8:00–17:30 (last entry at 17:00)
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💡Ticket price: Adult ticket ¥25/person; student ticket half price
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🎫Transportation: Take a long-distance bus to Pingwu County, then transfer to a bus or taxi to Baoguo Temple
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🚗Self-driving navigation: "Pingwu Baoguo Temple" or "Pingwu County Bao'en Town Government," follow the signs to reach
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📖History: Baoguo Temple was built in the fifth year of the Ming Dynasty (1440 AD) to commemorate parents, and has a history of nearly 600 years. It has withstood the test of time and still maintains its complete appearance.
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🔥Highlights:
✅ Ancient architectural art treasure: The temple has a rigorous overall layout, and the main structure adopts the traditional Chinese wooden structure construction method. The exquisitely carved stone pillars and lifelike Bodhisattva statues are breathtaking.
✅ Pleasant environment: The temple is located in the deep mountains, surrounded by green mountains, and the environment is quiet and serene. Here you can temporarily escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the ancient cultural atmosphere.
✅ Cultural experience activities: Various Buddhist cultural activities and cultural lectures are held regularly, allowing visitors to gain knowledge while visiting and gain an in-depth understanding of the connotation of traditional culture.
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😃Tips:
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☀️Best time to visit in spring: The temperature is moderate and there is less rainfall, which is very suitable for outdoor activities and getting close to nature. Remember to bring sunscreen and a sun hat~💕
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🍴Snacks nearby: The streets nearby are lined with various snack stalls, including cold noodles, spicy hot pot, tofu pudding, etc., to satisfy your taste buds!🥳🥪🥛
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👣Hiking route suggestion: Enter from the mountain gate and follow the trail to see the main halls and exquisite stone carvings such as the Hall of Heavenly Kings and the Mahavira Hall. You can also take a stroll around the ancient town and old streets to experience the unique atmosphere left by the years. 😊🏮I hope this article can help you and look forward to meeting you in this beautiful place!
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