Changzhi Chongqing Temple is so great to visit, I'm tired of saying it, let Wukong say it for me
by 3s@c D.@z
Sep 12, 2024
π Changzi Chongqing Temple Travel Guide π
π Location: Chongqing Temple is located at the foot of Ziyun Mountain, 22.5 km southeast of Changzi County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province.
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Opening hours: Summer 7:30 amβ7:00 pm, winter 7:30 amβ6:00 pm.
π« Ticket price: Adult ticket CNY 50/person, half price for students.
π Transportation guide:
There is no direct bus from Changzhi City to Chongqing Temple, but you can take bus No. 11 to "Cilinshan Coal Mine", walk 1 km to Faxing Temple, and then take the direct tourist bus from Changzi County to Jucun at the foot of Chongqing Temple, and finally walk 500 m to the visitor center.
There is a direct tourist bus from Changzi County Bus Station to Chongqing Temple, passing by Faxing Temple, with departure times at 8:15 am, 9:15 am, 11:15 am, 1:15 pm, 3:15 pm, and 5:15 pm.
πΆ Tour route:
1. Dashi Hall: This is the core area of Chongqing Temple, where Guanyin Bodhisattva, Manjusri Bodhisattva, and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva are enshrined, and the statues are lifelike.
2. Qianfo Hall: The main hall is a relic of the Song Dynasty, with an ancient and elegant architectural style.
3. Ten Halls of Yama Clay Sculpture Area: The figures here are vivid, as if you are in a real world.
4. Other historical sites: You can also explore other sites such as the stone stele forest.
π½οΈ Food recommendation:
There are many restaurants and snack bars near Chongqing Temple, where you can taste local specialties such as Changzi fried cake and stewed meat cake.
π‘ Tips:
Try to go early to avoid the peak crowd and enjoy the tranquility of the temple.
Pay attention to sun protection and rain protection, and bring an umbrella and water bottle.
Respect cultural relics, keep the environment clean, and travel in a civilized manner.
π Highlights:
The Song Dynasty clay sculptures of Chongqing Temple are known as the "Crown of Song Sculptures", especially the eighteen Arhat statues in the Three Dashi Hall, which show the exquisite skills of Song Dynasty sculpture art.
π Have a great trip to Changzi Chongqing Temple! π
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