Putuo Mountain | Two days and one night, find inner peace in the sound of the Dharma

|Two days and one night, find inner peace in the sound of the Dharma.
At the beginning of the new year, head to Putuo Mountain and enjoy a two-day trip, experiencing the unique charm of the mountains, sea, and Zen. Check out this super-detailed guide!

🏞️ Itinerary
Day 1:
Morning: Depart from your city and arrive at the Zhujiajian Wugongzhishi Pier. Take a boat to Putuo Mountain (boat trip approx. 15 minutes). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel, leave your luggage, and take a break.
Noon: Go to Xilei Xiaozhuang Restaurant to taste the local vegetarian cuisine. Luo Han vegetarian noodles and vegetarian ribs are highly recommended. The ingredients are fresh, the cooking is delicious, and the taste buds are different.
Afternoon: Head to the South Sea Guanyin. The 9-meter-tall Guanyin statue is solemn and majestic, radiating compassionate light under the sun. Make a wish for the new year in front of the statue, and your body and mind will be healed. Then go to the Zizhu Forest Zen Temple, which is quiet and serene, and experience the Zen atmosphere.
Evening: Take a stroll along the beach of Putuo Mountain, listen to the waves crashing against the rocks, and then return to the hotel early to rest and prepare for the next day.

Day 2:
Morning: Wake up early and go to Puji Zen Temple, one of the three major temples in Putuo Mountain. The temple is very popular. Visit the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Hall of Great Heroes, and other places to experience the rich Buddhist culture.
Morning: After leaving Puji Zen Temple, head to Fayu Zen Temple. The temple architecture is magnificent, and the Nine Dragon Wall and the Hall of Great Heroes are worth a visit. There are also ancient trees, which are quiet and pleasant.
Noon: Have vegetarian cuisine at Fayu Zen Temple, experience the simple vegetarian meal culture, and the vegetarian meal is clean and delicious. Remember to order food according to your needs and practice the "clean your plate" campaign.
Afternoon: Take a cable car to the top of Mount Foding and visit Huiji Zen Temple. This is the highest point on Putuo Mountain. Enjoy the view of the mountains and sea from here. The scenery is beautiful. After visiting, slowly descend the mountain and end your fulfilling trip to Putuo Mountain.

📌Warm tips

Smoking is prohibited in the temple. Please respect religious beliefs and customs, and keep quiet and orderly when visiting.

You can prepare some change for the donation box. Some temples do not accept large amounts of cash.

There are many mosquitoes on the island, so remember to bring mosquito repellent.

The two days on Putuo Mountain are a time to be surrounded by the sound of the Dharma and the beauty of the scenery, and your body and mind will be greatly relaxed. If you also yearn for a spiritual practice, you can come to Putuo Mountain and experience this peace and beauty.