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MARY OSBORNEUnited States

There is a message from the spring mountain, I will see you in the spiritual valley

Linggu Temple is located on the southern foot of Purple Mountain in Nanjing. The ancient temple is quiet and peaceful, with red walls and yellow tiles hidden among the green pines and cypresses. The Wuliang Hall is built entirely of bricks and stones, with no beams or wood, and has an ingenious structure. The clear water of Wangong Pond reflects the sky and clouds. The Songfeng Pavilion in the temple is simple and elegant, and the Linggu Pagoda stands majestically. In the golden autumn season, the golden ginkgo trees complement the ancient temple and attract many tourists to experience its tranquility and profound historical charm. 📍Attraction address: Linggu Scenic Area, Zhongshan Scenic Area, Xuanwu District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province 🚗 Transportation to attractions: 🚘Self-driving: Navigate to "Linggu Temple Parking Lot", parking spaces are limited, it is recommended to arrive early 🚌Buses such as No. 202 and No. 315 can go directly to Linggu Temple Park Station. Get off at the bus stop. 🚅Metro Line 2 to Zhongling Street Station, walk for 15 minutes or ride for 5 minutes 🍱Food recommendations Don't miss the vegetarian food in Linggu Temple 🥘Vegetarian noodles: The noodles are chewy, the soup is delicious, the side dishes are rich, and a big bowl is full. It is super satisfying after eating it. 🥮Osmanthus Cake: It exudes a rich osmanthus fragrance, has a soft and glutinous taste, is sweet but not greasy, and is a great choice for afternoon tea 👍️Must-see attractions: ✅Hongshan Gate There are four characters "Linggu Shengjing" on the door lintel, and a pair of stone lions outside the door🦁️ Green glazed tiles + red walls + arches are very photogenic, a landmark check-in location ✅Beamless Hall The only remaining Ming Dynasty building in Linggu Temple☝️ The Wuliang Hall was originally dedicated to the Buddha of Infinite Life, so it was called the Wuliang Hall. And because the entire building is made of brick and stone arches🧱 No wood is used, and there are no beams or rafters, so it is also called the Beamless Hall. ✅Zhigong Temple The statue of Master Baozhi is enshrined inside. The hall is solemn and dignified, and the surrounding environment is quiet, which makes people feel calm instantly. ✅Linggu Temple The predecessor, Kaishan Temple, was first built in the Southern Liang Dynasty and relocated and rebuilt in the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty. Renamed Linggu Temple 🛕 The temple houses part of the parietal bones of Master Xuanzang The core scenic spot of the entire Linggu Scenic Area☝️ ✅Linggu Tower 🕍The tower is 66 meters high, with nine floors and eight sides, and there are 252 steps inside the tower. The building spirals up around the center, with blue glazed tiles covering each floor. Backed by Purple Mountain⛰️, the top floor🉑️ overlooks the panoramic view with a wide view ✅Jinling Osmanthus King The Osmanthus King is located on the lawn on the north side of the Wuliang Hall and is over a hundred years old. There are several pigeons next to it🕊️ 🌸Spring limited gameplay 1️⃣ Check in for flower viewing Wintersweet: The golden wintersweet is in full bloom in front of the Buddhist chanting hall. Ancient temple + wintersweet = Chinese aesthetic ceiling Magnolia: It is expected to bloom around March 10th. The red wall sets off the white magnolia, creating a full atmosphere. The Wizard of Oz: The towering ancient trees are mottled with light and shadow, and wearing a light-colored long skirt to shoot a forest-style blockbuster 2️⃣ Prayer ritual Rubbing "Rolling in": You can use roller rubbing postcards at the entrance of the God of Wealth Temple, which means that wealth will roll in. Please bracelet: Lucky beads (red and black + colorful carved luck beads) Super effective, suitable for both men and women Climb Linggu Tower: The nine-story tower overlooks the panoramic view of Zhongshan Mountain. The steps spiral up and the view is super healing. 3️⃣ Explore the ancient buildings Wuliang Hall: A Ming Dynasty brick and stone building without a single wooden beam, beautiful during the ginkgo season Hongshan Gate: "Scenic Spot in Linggu" Red walls + glazed tiles, interweaving light and shadow to create a film 🎟️Ticket related: 🎫Ticket: 35 Nanjing Annual Pass holders can enter before 6:30 and free after 18:30 🅿️Parking: Linggu Scenic Area Parking Lot 1h💰20 💗Other tips: 1⃣ Dress neatly and tidy, and wear simple and appropriate clothes and makeup 2⃣ When entering the temple, do not walk straight in the middle, walk in a clockwise direction 3⃣ The temple has three doors. Enter from the left door and exit from the right door. Do not go through the middle door. 4⃣ Enter the hall by stepping over the threshold. Men step with their left foot, while women step with their right foot. 5⃣ Do not look around, laugh or make noise 💕My dears, hurry up and make arrangements to come to Linggu Temple to experience this unique tranquility! 💕
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Posted: Mar 22, 2025
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