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When you come to Xinjiang, you must see the "number one great Buddha golden statue in the Western Regions"!

👀 Imagine, in the skyline of Urumqi, there lies a world-class secret? The world's second-largest, the Western Regions' premier ✨glittering golden Buddha statue🌟 sits quietly on the summit of Hongguang Mountain, with its back against the snowy mountains🏔️, as if telling the tales of a thousand years of vicissitudes and splendor! 🚏Location: Hongguang Mountain Great Buddha Temple 🚗 Embark on a journey to find the Buddha, super simple! Take bus 508 directly to Hongguang Mountain Station, or drive to the scenic parking lot, and start this dialogue between the soul and nature! 📸 Here's a big giveaway of photo tips to make your social circle explode instantly! 1️⃣ As soon as you step in, don't hurry forward, look back, the golden body of the great Buddha shines brightly above the temple eaves against the backdrop of the snowy mountains, a match made in heaven, press the shutter, and capture the perfect moment🌄. 2️⃣ Walk into the temple, every brick and tile reveals the meticulous craftsmanship of the artisans, the simple mountain gate, the exquisite eaves, every corner whispers history, a different world under the lens. 3️⃣ Have you noticed? Those well-arranged doorways are natural picture frames! Capture different aspects of the great Buddha through them, and you'll find unexpected compositional surprises👀. 4️⃣ The closer you get, the more awe-inspiring! Feel the solemnity and compassion of the great Buddha up close, at this moment, you are not just a tourist, but a pilgrim of the soul🙏. 💸 Handy tip: Hongguang Mountain Great Buddha Temple opens its arms to everyone, free admission🎉. For those who want to save energy, spend 5 yuan to take the sightseeing car and easily reach the core area. For those who drive, remember that the parking lot charges a 10 yuan parking fee! Step into this mysterious sanctuary that blends natural beauty with cultural wonders, and let your soul take an impromptu journey!🛫
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Posted: May 14, 2024
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