Guoqing Temple must-capture stunning ancient architecture

Millennium-old Guoqing Temple｜Tiantai’s low-key, niche yet stunning hidden Zen charm 🏯

The first stop for Zen in Jiangnan! The Sui Dynasty ancient temple beats 99% of temples 🥇
Golden autumn exclusive: moss-covered steps turn green, instantly transporting you to the Tang Dynasty! 🍂

📍Address: Guoqing Scenic Area, Tiantai County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province
🚌 Travel tips: Recommended to drive or take the high-speed train to Tiantai Station and transfer to bus line 7

【Temple tour route】
1️⃣ Sui Pagoda - Mountain Gate
Stunning! The 1,400-year-old Sui Pagoda feels like a time-travel code
📸 Hidden photo spots: shoot looking up from under the pagoda + red wall corner

2️⃣ Yuhua Hall - Mahavira Hall
Faded vermilion paint full of stories
Touch the scripture pillar and walk around it three times for good luck 🙏

3️⃣ Millennium-old Sui Plum - Arhat Hall
In winter, you might encounter a secret plum blossom spot
Ancient trees are tied with red blessing strings, very healing

🍜 Vegetarian meal guide
Vegetarian meals for 5 yuan, filling! Served at 11 AM (cash only!)
Nearby local restaurants recommended: Tiantai Mountain roasted bamboo shoots / dumpling rolls

🌿 Off-the-beaten-path activities
- Rice field café with panoramic temple views
- Monks doing their evening study with great ritual feeling
- Harvest season offers a combined farming and Zen experience

⚠️ Avoid pitfalls tips
- Don’t step on the threshold! Enter from the left and step with your right foot
- Drones are prohibited
- Mossy paths are slippery when wet, wear non-slip shoes