[2025 Zizhong Attraction] Travel Guide for Chonglong Mountain (Updated Apr)

A collection of stone carvings in Zizhong, Sichuan, so wild that it can’t be any wilder! From the explosion of popularity in Shanxi to the gradual recognition of Anyue stone carvings by the public, Sichuan's cliff carving art is finally attracting more and more attention. Cliff carvings originated in India and flourished with the introduction of Buddhism into China. China's earliest cliff carvings appeared in the Southern and Northern Dynasties, reached their peak in the Sui and Tang Dynasties, and were carved in the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. These Buddha statues have experienced the baptism of time and have stood in the wind and rain for thousands of years. I spent a day with my friends. Visited the "wild" stone carving art in Zizhong, Sichuan. If there is anything else not mentioned, please feel free to add it. ⭐️: Figure 2-5 📍 Chonglong Mountain The two most outstanding stone carvings of Chonglongshan are Figures 2 and 3. The face of the Thousand-armed Buddha statue has been weathered, but its shape is still shocking. There are also weathered stone carvings of Anyue Mingshan Temple here. Tour route 1. From Zizhong County, take a bus or taxi to Chonglongshan Scenic Area. 2. After entering the ticket collection point, walk up the mountain along the mountain road. You can see the stone carvings about 150 meters away. 3. The Chonglongshan Stone Carvings are under maintenance and protection. It is recommended that you call and ask if they are open before visiting. ⭐️: Figure 6-10 📍Qinjiayan The thousand-year-old art hidden in the countryside is represented by the Buddha statue in the first picture, which is located behind a farmer's house. It has different expressions when viewed from different angles. In addition, the small Buddhist shrine is also very exquisite. Tour route 1. Start from Zizhong County and arrive at Qinjiayan in Qiuxi Town. Because it is very wild, it is recommended to ask more local villagers when you arrive at Qinjiayan. ⭐️: Figure 6-10 📍Yuhegou This is also a group of stone carvings hidden in the countryside, but the difference is that there are villagers guarding them. You can see relatively complete stone carvings of flying statues. Unfortunately, some of the carvings have been damaged by human painting. Tour route: It is located on the mountainside of Yuhegou, Group 2, Shihe Village, Jinlijing Town, Zizhong County, Neijiang City, Sichuan Province. You need to walk to get there and ask the villagers where to see the Buddha statue to get route instructions.

🏞🏞Zizhong Chonglong Mountain is located in Zizhong County, Neijiang City, Sichuan Province. It is a tourist destination that combines natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and historical culture. ✈️🚝Transportation Guide 1. Public transportation🚌: Take a tourist bus from Zizhong County to Chonglong Mountain, or take a local minibus or taxi to reach the destination. 2. Self-driving🚗: Depart from cities such as Chengdu and Chongqing, take the Chengdu-Chongqing Expressway to Zizhong County, and then drive to Chonglong Mountain Scenic Area. 🏄Tour Route👇 1. Entry-level route🏄: Start from the foot of the mountain, hike along the trail to the top, and enjoy the scenery along the way. You can visit attractions such as Jiulong Lake and Chonglong Temple along the way. 2. Summit route🏄: If you have enough physical strength, you can choose to climb directly to the top and overlook the entire scenic area. 🏞Attraction Introduction👇 1. Chonglong Temple🏛: Located at the top of the mountain, Chonglong Temple is a landmark building of Zizhong Chonglong Mountain, with a long history and rich cultural heritage. Here, you can feel the strong religious atmosphere and learn about the history and legends of the temple. 2. Jiulong Lake💦: Located at the foot of the mountain, Jiulong Lake boasts beautiful scenery, clear water, and lush trees along the shore, making it a great place to relax. 3. Geological wonders🛤: Chonglong Mountain has unique geological landscapes, such as stone arrays and stone forest wonders, allowing you to appreciate the wonders of nature. 4. Other attractions🛤: In addition, there are mysterious caves, ancient plank roads, and other attractions for you to explore and experience. 🏄 Best Travel Time: Zizhong Chonglong Mountain is suitable for travel all year round, but spring and autumn are the best times to visit due to the pleasant climate. 🍑🏠Accommodation and Dining 🏠Accommodation: There are various accommodation options around the scenic area, including hotels and homestays. You can choose a suitable place to stay according to your needs and budget. 🍑Dining: In the scenic area and surrounding areas, you can taste authentic Sichuan cuisine and various local snacks. You can also choose to dine in hotels or homestays.

A less popular and interesting city, easily accessible by high-speed train Zizhong, an ancient city with a history of more than 2,000 years, has profound cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery. From the stone carvings of Chonglong Mountain to the solemnity of the Confucian Temple and Wushu Temple, from the tranquility of Yongqing Temple to the historical accumulation of the Catholic Church, to the natural scenery of Yangliutan, every place makes people linger. 🥁 Moreover, the prices here are affordable and the food is tempting. It is an ideal place to avoid crowds and enjoy a slow life during the holidays. Transportation strategy: -🚆High-speed rail: It only takes 1.5 hours from Chengdu. -🚗Self-driving: Expressway, about 2.5 hours from Chengdu. Play guide: -Day 1: Depart from Chengdu and visit Zizhong Martial Arts Temple, Zhuangyuan Ancient Street, Zizhong Confucian Temple, and Ningguo Temple. - The next day: Visit the Catholic Church, Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings, Yongqing Temple, Yangliutan, and then return. 🌃Tour Recommendations: - Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings: Stone carving art from the Tang and Song Dynasties, now a national key cultural relic protection unit. 🍾 - Yongqing Temple: The most popular temple in Zizhong. There are Qing Dynasty buildings and Ming Dynasty official buildings in the temple. 💯 -Zizhong Confucian Temple and Martial Arts Temple: The architectural complex was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty and is well preserved. The combined ticket is 25 yuan. 💰 📨Tips: -If you have enough time, you can consider including Neijiang City, Weiyuan and other places in your itinerary. 📝 This kind of experience not only allows you to appreciate the depth of history, but also allows you to find peace of mind in the slow-paced life. You might as well save this guide and choose a place like this next time you travel to experience a different travel experience!

Zizhong, this treasure city in southern Sichuan, can surprisingly be toured 80% in just one day, which is simply a boon for travelers! 🚖🚗🚙🚕🚌🏎 Yongqing Temple in Chonglongshan Park, this ancient temple quietly perched atop the mountain, was built during the Tang Dynasty. Every brick and tile exudes the fragrance of history. Although the temple no longer rings its bells, standing at the mountain top and gazing at the misty fog, the tranquility and comfort are simply refreshing! The Cliff Inscriptions at Junzi Spring, one of Zhang Daqian's 'Eight Views of Zizhong,' although severely weathered, evoke a sense of historical vicissitudes, making one marvel at the power of time. The nearby characters 'Ball Court' are a testament to the changes during the Republic of China period. Wen Temple and Wu Temple, with a combined ticket, although there are not many intangible cultural heritage displays, the standing statue of Confucius in Wen Temple and the Emperor's Hall in Dacheng Hall are rare cultural treasures. The plaques with comments from Lin Sen and Chiang Kai-shek in Wu Temple are also witnesses of history. The century-old Gothic church, although not open to the public, the glimpse through the door crack is enough to feel its sanctity and solemnity. The internet-famous fly restaurant at Tongfeng Restaurant, the taste is good, although the flavor is single, but the authentic taste of Zizhong is definitely worth a try. The Qing Dynasty buildings on Xinzheng Street, designed to mimic Chengdu's Quanye Market, every brick and tile reveals the charm of history.

Directly connected by high-speed rail, this is a small town that is not popular but has rich cultural heritage. Compared with popular places, it is a very unique niche destination. There is an unknown small town in Sichuan - Neijiang Zizhong It has a long history of more than two thousand years. The culture here is developed, the literary style is prosperous, the unique natural environment and profound historical heritage have left a variety of natural and cultural scenery to the local area, including Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings, Confucian Temple, Wu Temple, Yongqing Temple Catholic Church, Ningguo Temple, Yangliu Beach, etc., as well as Many specialties and low prices, Especially suitable for all kinds of holiday travel! 🚉Transportation guide: High-speed rail: There is a high-speed rail station, and it only takes 1.5 hours from Chengdu. Self drive: It only takes 2.5 hours to drive from Chengdu on the expressway 🗓Itinerary: Day1: Chengdu Yizi Zhongwu Temple·Zhuangyuan Ancient Street Zizi Chinese Temple Ningguo Temple Day2: Catholic Church, Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings, Yongqing Temple, Return to Yangliutan ✅Must experience: ✅Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings There are about 160 exquisite stone carvings carved in the Tang and Song Dynasties. A few of them are intact, and some are weathered and damaged, but the exquisite carving craftsmanship can still be seen. There are also poems and songs by ancient celebrities such as Su Dongpo left on the rocks. Now it is a national key cultural relic under protection! Tickets: Free ✅Yongqing Temple It was first built in the Tang Dynasty and renovated in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is the most popular temple in Zizhong. The Chonglong monument archway in front of the temple was built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty and is highly ornamental. Tickets: Free ✅Zi Zhong Confucian Temple The existing building complex was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. It is large in scale and complete in structure. It is one of the most complete Confucian temple complexes in Sichuan. The statue of Confucius standing in the main hall is the first in the country. Now it is a national key cultural relics protection unit Tickets: Combined ticket with Wu Temple is 25 yuan ✅Zizhong Martial Arts Temple It was first built in the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and renovated in the Qing Dynasty. There are now several ancient buildings such as the Tribute Hall, the Guansheng Hall and the Side Hall. Completely preserved, exquisite architectural craftsmanship Tickets: 25 yuan for a combined ticket with the Confucian Temple ✅Zhuangyuan Street Located in the Panshi Ancient City of Zizhong, this street was named after two champions in history. The houses along the street are mainly residential buildings in the Ming and Qing architectural styles. Most of them are courtyards with front shops and back houses, which is very historical! Tickets: Free ✅Catholic Church The Catholic Church was built in the Qing Dynasty. It has a masonry structure and a dome roof. It is the first century-old Gothic church in Sichuan. It is now a cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan Province. Tickets: Free ✅Ningguo Temple It was rebuilt in the 7th year of the Ming Dynasty. The temple is majestic and magnificent. The main hall of the temple is a well-preserved official-style building of the Ming Dynasty. It has a single-eaves bracket and tenon structure. Not a single nail is used in the whole hall. The brackets are particularly exquisite. Now it is a cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan Province Tickets: Free 📝Note tips: Environmental protection, everyone, we can’t throw away garbage at will! Respect the local customs!

Compared to popular destinations, Wenlv Jun prefers distinctive niche destinations Sichuan has an obscure small city—Neijiang Zizhong🏯 with over two thousand years of history. Here, culture is advanced, literary atmosphere is thriving, and the unique natural environment and profound historical heritage have left a variety of natural and cultural landscapes, including Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings, Wenmiao (Confucian Temple), Wumiao (Martial Temple), Yongqing Temple, Catholic Church, Ningguo Temple, Yangliutan, etc., as well as many special foods and lower prices Especially suitable for various holiday congestion-free trips❗️ After visiting enough internet-famous check-in spots, such a slow-paced place full of cultural heritage and local life is worth visiting‼️ Take a few days to organize a good travel guide and suggest saving it❗ . 🚌How to get there 🚗High-speed rail: There is a high-speed rail station, only 1.5H from Chengdu 🚗Self-driving: Only 2.5H from Chengdu by expressway . 🗺Travel Strategy 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟏: Chengdu➠Zizhong Martial Temple➠Zhuangyuan Ancient Street➠Zizhong Confucian Temple➠Ningguo Temple 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟐: Catholic Church➠Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings➠Yongqing Temple➠Yangliutan➠Return trip . ✅✅✅Travel Recommendations 📌Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings Exquisite stone carving groups dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties, with about 160 grottoes, a few of which are well preserved, some weathered and damaged, but still showcasing their exquisite carving craftsmanship. The rocks also bear poems and writings by ancient celebrities such as Su Dongpo. Now a national key cultural relics protection unit Tickets: Free . 📌Yongqing Temple Founded in the Tang Dynasty, rebuilt during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is the most popular temple in Zizhong. The Chonglong ancient archway in front of the temple was built during the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty and is highly ornamental Tickets: Free . 📌Zizhong Confucian Temple The existing architectural complex was rebuilt during the Qing Dynasty, with a grand scale and complete system, one of the most intact Confucian temple complexes in Sichuan. The standing Confucius statue in the main hall is unique in the country. Now a national key cultural relics protection unit Tickets: Joint ticket with Martial Temple 25 yuan . 📌 Zizhong Martial Temple Founded during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, refurbished in the Qing Dynasty, the existing ancient building complex includes the Tribute Hall, Guan Sheng Hall, and side halls. Well preserved with exquisite architectural craftsmanship Tickets: Joint ticket with Confucian Temple 25 yuan . 📌Zhuangyuan Street Located in the ancient city of Panshi in Zizhong, named after two top scholars historically emerged from this street. The houses along the street are mainly residential buildings in the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, mostly with a courtyard layout featuring a front shop and a rear residence Tickets: Free · 📌Catholic Church Built during the Qing Dynasty, the brick and stone structure with a dome roof is the only century-old Gothic church in Sichuan. Now a Sichuan provincial cultural relics protection unit. Tickets: Free . 📌Ningguo Temple Rebuilt in the seventh year of Tianshun in the Ming Dynasty, the temple is majestic with grand architecture The main hall inside the temple is a well-preserved Ming Dynasty official building, with a single-eave bracket set structure, built without a single nail, especially the brackets are exquisitely crafted. Now a Sichuan provincial cultural relics protection unit Tickets: Free . 📌Yangliutan Tourism and holiday resort Tickets: Free . 🏠Accommodation | Zizhong Huijin Hotel ✔Clean and tidy, convenient parking . 🥙【Food Recommendations】 ▪Tongfeng Restaurant: Walnut meat and liver and kidney stir-fry is good ▪Hand in Hand Noodle House: Local specialty rabbit noodles . 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 🔸If time allows, you can combine a visit to Neijiang city center and Weiyuan

Chonglong Mountain, located in Zizhong County, Sichuan Province, has been a famous place I knew since childhood. In recent years, I have traveled thousands of miles to visit many of the great landscapes of our motherland, but I have never visited the famous mountain and stone carvings right at my doorstep. Perhaps this is what the saying means: 'What we have, we do not treasure, and we become blind to it.' For this reason, I must climb this mountain, which is not very high in altitude, but rich in cultural charm. As soon as I entered Chonglong Mountain, not far along the way, what caught my eye were the cliff carvings from the Sui and Tang dynasties, with more than a hundred niches and over a thousand statues. Although damaged, they are still stunning. Next to the carvings, there are many inscriptions by famous people. The Yongqing Temple on Chonglong Mountain is very famous and spectacular, located on the south side of the mountain top, rebuilt during the Ming dynasty. The temple complex is grand and the houses are neatly arranged. This is also a great place to climb high and look into the distance. Standing in front of the temple and looking out, the scenery of Zizhong city is all in view, especially the old buildings of the old city, which show historical traces and let people understand the past and present of this city. In front of Yongshou Temple stands a statue of Guanyin, which is very shocking, facing the direction of the city, with a sense of the Buddha watching over and blessing all beings. There is a stone archway in front of the temple, with 'Chonglong Ancient Site' written on it, and couplets on both sides. On the back of the archway is written 'Famous Shu Temple'. Behind the archway is the 'Wenming Danfu' archway, followed by the Heavenly King Hall of Yongqing Temple, and behind the hall is a double-eaved octagonal pavilion. Behind the hall is the 'Heavenly Pond', which never dries up even in severe drought. Behind the Heavenly Pond is the Mahavira Hall, with the Moon Pond on the right. The Thousand-Handed Guanyin inside the temple is truly breathtaking; the Guanyin Bodhisattva in the hall with a thousand hands and eyes watches every direction, each hand holding different ritual instruments or treasures. Looking around the entire Guanyin Bodhisattva, one can't help but marvel at the profoundness of Buddhist culture and the exquisite craftsmanship. This kind of standing in the hall, being able to look around the entire Guanyin, and being more closely touched than the one-sided Thousand-Handed Guanyin on the Dazu Rock Carvings wall, is more moving. Tips: The entrance fee for Chonglong Mountain is 2 yuan, which is cheap, but I don't know if there is an annual pass. Chonglong Mountain is surrounded by ancient trees and greenery, a natural oxygen bar, suitable for climbing high and looking into the distance, praying to Buddha and enjoying the scenery. A treasure mountain. On the Hundred-Step Cloud Ladder of Chonglong Mountain, there is the Chonglong Pavilion, which is also the highest point of the mountain. Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to climb the pavilion, probably due to the protection of cultural relics, but looking up at the Chonglong Pavilion, it still feels very imposing. According to the introduction, Yongqing Temple has more than 1700 collections, including calligraphy steles by famous people such as Su Dongpo and Huang Tingjian, as well as paintings and calligraphy by Yuan Mu, Zeng Guofan, and Zhang Daqian. Huang Tingjian's 'Youlan Fu' stele is the most precious, a rare treasure, but I toured in a cursory manner and did not take a close look to see if there was Huang Tingjian's stele, which is really a pity, but I will make up for it next time. To go to Chonglong Mountain, you can drive directly to the mountain gate, and taking a taxi is also very convenient and not expensive.

🚄Directly connected by high-speed rail, I recommend a small town that is not popular but has rich heritage. There is an unknown small town in Sichuan - Neijiang Zizhongyi It has a long history of more than two thousand years. It has developed culture, prosperous literary style, unique natural environment and profound historical heritage, including Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings, Confucian Temple, Wu Temple, Yongqing Temple, Catholic Church, Ningguo Temple, Yangliutan and other natural and cultural scenery, as well as many special foods. and lower prices Especially suitable for traffic-avoiding travel during various holidays! 🚄High-speed rail: There is a high-speed rail station, and it only takes 1.5 hours to drive from Chengdu: It only takes 2.5H to drive from Chengdu on the expressway ⛳️Game guide Day1: Chengdu Zizhongwu Temple, Zhuangyuan Ancient Street, Zizhong Confucian Temple → Ningguo Temple Day2: Catholic Church→Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings Yongqing Temple Return to Yangliutan 🏝Recommended places to visit: Chonglong Mountain Stone Carvings There are about 160 exquisite stone carvings carved in the Tang and Song Dynasties. A few of them are intact, and some are weathered and damaged, but their exquisite lyrics and songs can still be seen. Currently a national key cultural relic protection unit. Tickets: None 🏝Yongqing Temple It was first built in the Tang Dynasty and renovated in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is the most popular temple in Zizhong. The Chonglong Historic Archway in front of the temple was built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty and is highly ornamental. Tickets: None 🏝Zi Zhong Confucian Temple The existing building complex was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. It is large in scale and complete in structure. It is one of the most complete Confucian temple complexes in Sichuan. The standing statue of Confucius in the main hall is the only one in the country. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit Tickets: Combined ticket with Wu Temple is 25 yuan 🏝Zizhong Martial Arts Temple It was first built in the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and renovated in the Qing Dynasty. There are now several ancient buildings such as the Tribute Hall, the Guansheng Hall and the Side Hall. Completely preserved, exquisite architectural craftsmanship Tickets: 25 yuan for a combined ticket with the Confucian Temple 🏝Zhuangyuan Street Located in the Panshi Ancient City of Zizhong, this street was named after two champions in history. The houses along the street are mainly residential buildings in the Ming and Qing architectural styles, most of which are courtyards with front shops and back houses. Tickets: None 🏝Catholic Church The Catholic church built in the Qing Dynasty has a masonry structure and a dome roof. It is the only Gothic church in Sichuan that has existed for a century. It is now a cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan Province. 🏝Ningguo Temple The main hall of the temple is a well-preserved official-style building of the Ming Dynasty. It has a single-eaves bracket and tenon structure. Not a single nail is used in the whole hall, and the brackets are particularly exquisite. Tickets for Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Units: None 🏝Tickets for Yangliutan Tourist Resort: None Check-in | Zizhong Huijin Hotel √ Clean and tidy, convenient parking 【Food Recommendations】 ▪Tongfeng Restaurant: The stir-fried walnut meat and liver and kidneys are good •Hand-in-hand Noodle House: Local specialty rabbit noodles Tips If you have enough time, you can visit Neijiang City and Weiyuan together.

Compared to popular destinations, Wenlv Jun prefers distinctive niche destinations. Sichuan has an obscure small city called Neijiang Zizhong with a history of over two thousand years. This place is culturally advanced, with a flourishing literary atmosphere, and its unique natural environment and profound historical heritage have left a variety of natural and cultural landscapes, including the Chonglong Mountain carvings, Confucian Temple, Martial Temple, Yongqing Temple, Catholic Church, Ningguo Temple, Yangliu Beach, etc. There are also many special local foods and lower prices, making it especially suitable for congestion-free travel during various holidays! Having visited enough internet-famous check-in spots, such a slow-paced place, full of cultural heritage and the atmosphere of daily life, is worth visiting

I haven't returned to my hometown Zizhong County for many years. Visiting Chonglong Mountain, a place I used to frequent as a child, with my alma mater at the foot of the mountain, my feelings upon seeing these ancient relics are completely different now. There are ancient temples and halls built during the Ming Dynasty, such as Yongqing Temple, and a total of 160 niches and 1,648 statues carved into the cliff during the Sui and Tang dynasties, most of which are well-preserved. Beside the statues, there are also many inscriptions and poems by famous people since the Tang Dynasty. Yongqing Temple currently houses over 1,700 collections, including calligraphy steles and paintings by famous people such as Su Dongpo, Huang Tingjian, Yuan Mu, Zeng Guofan, and Zhang Daqian. Among them, Huang Tingjian's 'Rhapsody on the Orchid' stele is the most precious, a rare treasure. Zizhong also has a lot of delicious food. When in Sichuan, one can visit this small town for a unique taste.

Chonglong Mountain is located in the center of Zizhong city, where the literary atmosphere has been prosperous since ancient times, leaving behind many cultural relics. In addition to the Junzi Spring cliff inscriptions that were previously introduced, there are various historical remains scattered throughout the mountain, exuding a strong cultural essence and an imposing aura. The first site to mention is Yongqing Temple and its wooden archway, now a Sichuan provincial-level cultural heritage site. Yongqing Temple was initially built during the Tang Dynasty, rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty, and renovated in the Qing Dynasty. The 'Chonglong Ancient Relics' stone archway in front of the temple was reconstructed last century, but the ten stone slabs embedded within are original artifacts excavated from nearby towns, exquisitely set into the archway. The wooden archway inside the temple is even more precious; originally part of the Yuzhou City Yuwang Palace gate, it was constructed during the Ming Dynasty's Jiajing era. The entire wooden arch is assembled without a single nail and has remained sturdy for over 500 years, with its elaborate brackets and flying eaves. In modern times, this archway also witnessed the Xinhai Revolution; Duan Fang, who came to Sichuan to suppress the Railway Protection Movement, was executed here, and in the 1970s, it was moved into Yongqing Temple. Additionally, there are several stone archways from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, such as the Xichang Mountain Dou Archway and the Yuxu Palace Archway, both county-protected. There is also the provincial-protected Qing Dynasty Shouyin Pavilion, originally from Wanshou Palace, but unfortunately, that area has been closed due to the risk of landslides, and the trees have grown very lush. Of course, there is also another part of the nationally protected Chonglong Mountain stone carvings - the Ancient North Rock, which has also been mostly closed due to landslide hazards, featuring the exquisite Longdong Grotto and the Ancient North Rock and Huanyu Pool inscriptions. Furthermore, at the foot of Chonglong Mountain is the Zizhong Wenwu Temple complex that was introduced in a previous article. There is also the Dongyue Temple, which now serves as a teacher training school and is rarely open to the public. The entire Chonglong Mountain is rich in historical sites, which have always attracted many literati and scholars to linger, truly making it a cultural paradise.

Chonglong Mountain is located in the center of Zizhong City. It has been a place of flourishing literature since ancient times, leaving behind many cultural relics. In addition to the Junziquan cliff carvings introduced in previous articles, there are also historical relics scattered throughout the mountains, which are full of humanistic style and noble spirit. The first is the Yongqing Temple and the wooden archway, which are now a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan. Yongqing Temple was first built in the Tang Dynasty, continued to be built in the Ming Dynasty and rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. The "Chonglong Ancient Relics" stone archway in front of the temple was rebuilt in the last century, but the 10 stone walls inlaid in the archway are original objects excavated from nearby towns and villages, and they are very exquisite when inlaid in the stone archway. The wooden archway in the temple is even more precious. It was originally the mountain gate of Yuwang Palace in Zizhou City and was built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty. The entire wooden archway is made of spliced ​​structures without a single nail. After more than 500 years, it is still very solid, with brackets and flying eaves, and is gorgeous and exquisite. In modern times, this archway became a witness to the Xinhai Revolution. Duan Fang, who came to Sichuan to suppress the Railway Protection Movement, was executed here. It was moved into Yongqing Temple in the 1970s. In addition, there are several stone archways from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including the Xichang Shandou Archway and the Yuxu Palace Archway, all of which are protected by the county. There is also the provincially protected Shouyin Pavilion from the Qing Dynasty that was moved from the original Wanshou Palace. Unfortunately, it has been closed due to the risk of landslides and the trees are now very lush. Of course, there is another site in the nationally protected Chonglongshan rock carvings group - Gubeiyan. Most of it has been closed due to the risk of landslides. There are exquisite Longdong Grottoes and Gubeiyan and Huanyuchi stone carvings. In addition, at the foot of Chonglong Mountain is the Zizhou Wenwu Temple complex introduced in the previous article. There is also the Dongyue Temple, which is currently used as a teacher training school and is basically closed to the public. The entire Chonglong Mountain is home to numerous ancient sites, which have always attracted many literati and poets to stop and visit, making it a worthy cultural paradise!

Zizhong is a county town 150 kilometers away from Chengdu, with the Tuojiang River flowing through the city. It is only upon entering Zizhong that one discovers it is actually a city with a long history and a famous cultural name. Zizhong, formerly known as 'Zizhou', is named for its location in the middle part of the Tuojiang River, and it is the birthplace of Confucius's teacher, Zhang Hong. The Zizhong Confucian Temple was first built during the Yongxi period of the Northern Song Dynasty. The Dacheng Hall houses the only standing statue of Confucius in China, because Zizhong is the hometown of Confucius's teacher Zhang Hong. Therefore, even the most sage Confucius can only stand here, reflecting the Confucian respect for teachers and emphasis on the Way. Inside the hall, there are plaques from eight emperors: Kangxi, Yongzheng, Qianlong, Jiaqing, Daoguang, Xianfeng, Tongzhi, and Guangxu, as well as plaques from Lin Sen and Chiang Kai-shek. Yongqing Temple on Chonglong Mountain in Zizhong County was first built in the early years of the Tang Dynasty's Jianzhong period, donated by relatives of Tang Dynasty Prime Minister Pei Du. Behind the mountain, there is a stele pavilion of the Ming Dynasty Taoist Yuxu Palace and the inner and outer city walls built by the state government. Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism coexist harmoniously on the same mountain. The Buddhist monk statues carved into the North Cliff at the entrance to the mountain gate, which began in the Tang Dynasty, are exquisitely crafted and lifelike. The Huanyu Pond on Chonglong Mountain was inscribed by Su Dongpo himself. It is said to have been expanded from Qingshen and carved here.

Compared to those popular attractions with huge crowds of people, sometimes niche destinations can bring people more unexpected surprises and in-depth experiences. Neijiang Zizhong in Sichuan is such a place. It is unknown, but it is rich in history and culture. 🏰📜 Zizhong, an ancient city with a history of more than 2,000 years, has a profound cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery. From the stone carvings of Chonglong Mountain to the solemnity of the Temple of Confucius and the Temple of Martial Arts, from the tranquility of the Yongqing Temple to the historical heritage of the Catholic Church, to the natural scenery of Yangliutan, every place is fascinating. 🏞️🏛️ Moreover, the prices here are affordable and the food is delicious, making it an ideal place to avoid crowds and enjoy a slow life during the holidays. 🍜🛍️ 🚌 Transportation tips: - High-speed rail: From Chengdu, it only takes 1.5 hours. - Self-driving: Expressway, about 2.5 hours from Chengdu. 🗺 Game guide: - Day 1: Depart from Chengdu, visit Zizhong Wu Temple, Zhuangyuan Ancient Street, Zizhong Confucian Temple, and Ningguo Temple. - Day 2: Visit the Catholic Church, Chonglongshan Stone Carvings, Yongqing Temple, Yangliu Beach, and then return. ✅ Recommended games: - Chonglongshan Stone Carvings: Stone carving art from the Tang and Song dynasties, now a national key cultural relic protection site. - Yongqing Temple: The most popular temple in Zizhong, with buildings from the Qing Dynasty and official-style halls from the Ming Dynasty. - Ziwen Temple and Wu Temple: A complex of buildings rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty, well preserved, with a combined ticket costing 25 yuan. - Zhuangyuan Street: Residential buildings in the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties allow you to experience the historical atmosphere of the ancient city. - Catholic Church: The only century-old Gothic church in Sichuan, now a cultural relic protection unit of Sichuan Province. - Ningguo Temple: This is a Ming Dynasty official-style building with an exquisite bracket structure. - Yangliutan: a tourist resort with beautiful natural scenery. 🏠 Recommended accommodation: Zizhong Huijin Hotel, clean and tidy, with convenient parking. 🥙 Food recommendations: - Tongfeng Restaurant: Taste the local specialties of walnut meat and fried liver and kidney. - Hand in Hand Noodle House: Try the local specialty rabbit noodles. 📝 Tips: - If you have enough time, you can consider including Neijiang City, Weiyuan and other places in your itinerary. Such a Zizhong not only allows you to appreciate the richness of history, but also allows you to find peace of mind in a slow-paced life. You might want to save this guide and choose a place like this next time you travel to experience a different travel experience!

🏨 Zhonglong Mountain, Zizhong 🌟 Highlights: The Zhonglong Mountain scenic area is located in the northeastern corner of Zizhong County, in the southeastern part of the Sichuan Basin, within the urban planning area. A solitary mountain stands tall, and from its summit, one can take in the panoramic views of rivers, mountains, and the cityscape. The mountain is covered with ancient trees that reach the sky, providing a canopy of green. Within the area, there are ancient architectural attractions such as Yongqing Temple, Laihe Pavilion, Wenming Birth Spread Archway, Zhonglong Pavilion, and Shouyin Pavilion available for rest, as well as attractions like the Gentleman's Spring, Beiyang Cliff Carvings, and the Fish Calling Pond for viewing. ❤ Recommended Reason: Zhonglong Mountain has a long history and is rich in resources. The scenery combines both grandeur and beauty. Since the Tang and Song dynasties, it has been a famous tourist destination. 👍 Most Recommended: Currently, only Yongqing Temple is fully open. The temple was originally built during the Tang Dynasty, and the current buildings are mainly from the Ming and Qing dynasties' renovations and reconstructions. The temple faces south with a quadrangle courtyard layout, covering an area of 10,200 square meters and a building area of 2,869 square meters. It consists of the stone archway of the mountain gate, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, Laihe Pavilion, Putuo Hall, the Mahavira Hall, and the east and west wing rooms. The main building of the temple, the Mahavira Hall, is designed in harmony, with appropriate decoration size, exquisite patterns, fine carvings, and especially the roof design, which has a strong local characteristic and also possesses the exquisite style of ancient southern architecture, making it a rare cultural relic and architectural treasure. The Laihe Pavilion, located in the temple, is exquisitely elegant and double-eaved octagonal. It is said that in ancient times, the ancient cypresses and pines of Zhonglong Mountain were lush and green, and white cranes often came to perch and roam, hence the name 'Laihe' for the pavilion. Since the temple is built on the mountain, it is still necessary to walk up, but the difficulty is not high, and most people can complete it. Moreover, the Zhonglong Mountain scenic area is located in the urban area of Zizhong County, so transportation is very convenient and the cost is low.

There is an unknown small town in Sichuan - Neijiang Zizhong, which has a long history of more than 2,000 years. The culture here is well-developed, the literary style is flourishing, and the unique natural environment and profound historical heritage have left a variety of natural and cultural landscapes, including the Chonglongshan Stone Carvings, the Confucian Temple, the Martial Temple, the Yongqing Temple, the Catholic Church, the Ningguo Temple, Yangliutan, etc., as well as many special foods and relatively low prices. It is especially suitable for traveling during various holidays to avoid traffic jams. I have been to enough of the popular check-in spots, and such a slow-paced place full of cultural heritage and fireworks is worth visiting! ★How to get there High-speed rail: There is a high-speed rail station, and it only takes 1.5 hours to get there from Chengdu. Self-driving: It only takes 2.5 hours to get there from Chengdu by highway. Tour guide Day 1: Chengdu → Wu Temple in Zizhong → Zhuangyuan Ancient Street → Wen Temple in Zizhong → Ningguo Temple Day 2: Catholic Church → Chonglongshan Stone Carvings → Yongqing Temple → Yangliutan → Return ★ Recommended places to visit The Chonglongshan Stone Carvings are a group of exquisite stone carvings dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties. There are about 160 caves in total, a small number of which are well preserved, while others have been weathered and damaged, but their exquisite carving craftsmanship can still be seen. There are also poems and songs by ancient celebrities such as Su Dongpo on the rocks. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit. Tickets: No ★Yongqing Temple was first built in the Tang Dynasty and was rebuilt in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is the most popular temple in Zizhong. The Chonglong Archway in front of the temple was built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty and is very ornamental. Tickets: None ★Zizhong Confucian Temple The existing building complex was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty. It is large in scale and well-built. It is one of the most complete Confucian Temple complexes preserved in Sichuan. The standing statue of Confucius in the main hall is unique in the country. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit. Tickets: Combined ticket with Wu Temple, 25 yuan ★Zizhong Wu Temple was first built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and renovated in the Qing Dynasty. The existing ancient buildings include the Tribute Hall, Guansheng Hall, and side halls. Well-preserved, exquisite architectural craftsmanship Tickets: 25 yuan for a combined ticket with the Confucian Temple ★Zhuangyuan Street is located in Panshi Ancient City, Zizhong. It was named because two top scholars were born on this street in history. The houses along the street are mainly residential buildings in the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, most of which are quadrangle courtyards with shops in front and houses in the back. Tickets: None ★Catholic Church The Catholic Church was built in the Qing Dynasty. It is a brick and stone structure with a dome roof. It is the only century-old Gothic church in Sichuan. It is now a cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan Province. Tickets: None Ningguo Temple was rebuilt in the seventh year of Tianshun period of Ming Dynasty. The temple has majestic halls and magnificent architecture. The main hall in the temple is a well-preserved official-style hall of Ming Dynasty, with single-eaved brackets and mortise and tenon structure. No nails were used in the whole hall, and the brackets are particularly exquisite. It is now a cultural relic protection unit in Sichuan Province. Tickets: None ★Yangliutan Tourist Resort Tickets: None

Zhonglong Mountain, located one mile northeast of Zizhong County, Neijiang City, Sichuan Province, has ancient temples such as Yongqing Temple built in the Ming Dynasty and 160 cliff carvings from the Sui and Tang Dynasties, with 1648 statues, most of which are well preserved. Next to the statues, there are many inscriptions and poems by famous people since the Tang Dynasty. Yongqing Temple currently has more than 1700 collections, including calligraphy steles by famous people such as Su Dongpo, Huang Tingjian, and paintings by Yuan Mei, Zeng Guofan, and Zhang Daqian. Among them, Huang Tingjian's 'Ode to the Quiet Orchid' stele is the most precious and is a rare treasure. 🌟Highlights: Opening hours All year round: Monday to Sunday 09:00-18:00 Attraction level AA-level scenic spot Provincial-level cultural relics protection unit Famous attractions Cliff carvings, Zhonglong Pavilion, Yongqing Temple Development history: Yongqing Temple is located on the south side of the top of Zhonglong Mountain. The time of its establishment is unknown. It was rebuilt during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty and was further repaired in the 38th year of Jiaqing (1559). The temple is magnificent and the houses are lined up. Standing in front of the temple and looking far away, the city's scenery is vivid. As the poem by Yang Shunyuan, the inspector of the Ming Dynasty, says: 'Thousands of green mountains are inserted into the sky, and the towers are decorated with the palace of the Buddha. If you wander around the Maoshao Yueling, it is like a pearl in the middle of the finger.' It vividly depicts its beautiful scenery. Zhonglong Mountain cuisine: Roast chicken; bamboo tube meat; stir-fried mountain delicacies, etc. The ingredients used, such as roast chicken, are naturally raised and not fed any feed. The growth period is generally more than a year. The bamboo tube used for bamboo tube meat is wild mountain bamboo, which has a special fragrance. The mountain delicacies used for stir-fried mountain delicacies are naturally grown on the mountain. Scenic features: Next to the statues, there are many inscriptions and poems by famous people since the Tang Dynasty. Yongqing Temple currently has more than 1700 collections, including calligraphy steles by famous people such as Su Dongpo, Huang Tingjian, and paintings by Yuan Mei, Zeng Guofan, and Zhang Daqian. Among them, Huang Tingjian's 'Ode to the Quiet Orchid' stele is the most precious and is a rare treasure. Neijiang has the custom of hanging wormwood on the fifth day of May. On the fifth day of May, people hang wormwood on the door, saying that this is to commemorate an old lady. The not-so-high Zhonglong Mountain is densely wooded, and a winding stone path is hidden in the weeds. There are fewer traces of artificial chiseling, and more natural mountain and wild atmosphere. No wonder the Sichuan dialect drama 'Commander Fool' chose to shoot here. Passing through the shooting site of 'Commander Fool', walking up the stone steps, passing the Hundred Steps Cloud Ladder, and arriving in front of the ancient temple on the top of the mountain, the two slanting guest pines are rugged and interesting, which is incomparable to the worldly things in the red dust. Stepping on the moss and entering the ancient temple, the ancient temple is solemn and strict, the monks who do the lessons are as quiet as water, and the sound of the chime, the chanting, and the wooden fish make the ancient temple more mysterious and ethereal. In the water pavilion, there are lotus ponds on all sides, and the nine-turn bridge railings are bright red. A few high-rolled exquisite houses are used for tourists to drink tea and talk. You can drink alone in the flowers, or you can drink tea and talk about Zen with the monks. The tea is the new tea that the monks on the mountain plant, pick, and make themselves. With the rootless water brewing, the indoor sandalwood and tea fragrance will cleanse the dusty soul of people.