[2025 Linfen Attraction] Travel Guide for Gushe Mountain (Updated Apr)

[Lazy Direct Guide] 🚕Transportation: From Linfen city, take a taxi for 40 minutes (about 60 yuan) 🎫Tickets: 35 yuan/person, 20 yuan/person for students, free for people over 60 years old (remember to bring your ID). (Reference price is announced in specific scenic spots) 【How to play without stepping on thunder】 1️⃣. Must-have three-piece set ①Drilling the Fairy Cave: Shenju Cave: There is a cool breeze at the entrance of the cave, and going in during the summer is like entering a refrigerator! The stalactites are of all shapes and sizes, and using a mobile phone to light the scene can give you a "Grave Robbers' Chronicles" vibe. Iron Buddha Cave: There is a large rusty iron Buddha in the dark cave, which is full of mystery. Those with little courage should be careful when entering! ②Go to Sendai: 🧗🏻‍♀️ It takes 20 minutes to climb to the top of the mountain. On a sunny day, you can see Linfen City. On a rainy day, there are clouds and mist everywhere, and any shot you take will be like the "scene of cultivation". Guanyin Pavilion: This is an old wooden house from the Tang Dynasty. The steps are so steep that your legs will tremble, but you can ring the bell on the top of the house to make a wish to the giant spirit! Locals say "Ring the bell three times and all your worries will go away." 【Avoid pitfalls and bitter experience】 ①What to wear: sneakers + long pants! The mountain roads are full of gravels, and shorts can easily be scratched by tree branches. ②What to eat: Bring your own water and snacks! The scenic spot only has grilled sausage and instant noodles. ③ What to prevent: Anti-mosquito! The mosquitoes in the mountains are poisonous, it is better to wear long sleeves than spray Liushen. Non-slip! The ground in the cave is wet, so the elderly and children must hold on to the railings. Beware of being fooled! Don’t pay any attention to the “Taoist priest” at the door who tries to talk to you, or you may be tricked into donating “incense money”. When is the most profitable time to go? 】 Summer vacationers: From June to August, entering the cave is like staying in an air-conditioned room, with 30°C outside and 18°C ​​inside. Autumn atmosphere group: At the end of October, the mountains are full of red leaves. Wear Hanfu or a white skirt to take photos, and you will be instantly praised in the circle of friends. 💞Metaphysical Easter Egg: Walk around the ancient tree at the entrance of Tiefo Cave three times, touch the bark and make a wish. It is said to be very effective in finding love... Friendly reminder: Remember to have a bowl of Linfen beef meatball noodles when you go down the mountain. It’s only perfect when it’s so spicy that it makes your soul leave your body! 🌶️ Guye Mountain

[Rose] In Linfen, an ancient and mysterious land, the hanging sculptures on Mount Guye are like a shining pearl, emitting charming light. Although my knowledge of religion is quite limited, I was still deeply attracted and shocked when I was surrounded by those vivid and beautiful clay sculptures. [Rose] Xiandonggou in Guye Mountain is also famous for its exquisite hanging sculptures. Those lifelike clay sculptures seem to have life, telling people ancient stories. The expression and posture of each statue are unique, and the delicate lines and rich colors demonstrate a high level of artistic level. [Rose] This is not only a palace of art, but also an important source of Chinese culture. Zhuangzi's thoughts and Yao's legends have added a rich cultural heritage to this land. Zhuangzi's philosophical wisdom, like the deep starry sky, leads us to think about the true meaning of life and the mysteries of the universe; Yao's benevolence and governance philosophy have become an important cornerstone of the traditional virtues and governance strategies of the Chinese nation. [Rose] When I stepped into Xiandonggou, it was as if I had traveled through a tunnel of time and space and encountered the ancient wisdom and spirit. Every detail in the hanging sculptures contains the ancient people’s understanding and perception of religion, life and the world. Those kind faces and solemn postures all convey a quiet and powerful power. [Rose] In this magical place, time seems to have stopped and history and reality are intertwined. I immersed myself in this feast of art and culture, trying hard to capture every touching moment. The existence of hanging sculptures allows us to see the exquisite skills and unlimited creativity of ancient craftsmen, and also allows us to have a deeper understanding of the profoundness of Chinese traditional culture. [Rose] Every blade of grass, every stone and every statue here carry the memory of the years and the heritage of culture. With every breath you take, you can feel the breath of history; with every gaze you can have a conversation with ancient souls. The hanging sculptures of Guye Mountain are not only an art form, but also a bridge connecting the past and the present, inheritance and innovation. [Rose] It makes us understand that the roots of culture are deeply rooted in this land. No matter how time passes, those precious spiritual treasures will always shine. Let us continue to explore more mysteries of this magical land with awe in our hearts, and let the light of Chinese culture always illuminate our way forward.

Gushe Mountain is listed as one of the first provincial-level scenic spots in Shanxi Province. The entire scenic area covers an area of about 40 square kilometers, with nearly 100 scenic spots scattered throughout the mountain. Some of the more famous ones include Shenju Cave, Lotus Cave, Iron Buddha Cave, Queen Mother Pavilion, Eight Immortals Cave, Yunwu Temple, Huixian Terrace, Han Xiangzi Temple, Sheshen Cliff, Wulong Pool, Ruyi Valley, Songwang Stone, Dressing Table, General's Hat, South Heaven Gate, Horse Hitching Post, Xianjing Stone, Chessboard Stone, Horse Hoof Battle, and Jiukong Mountain.

There are many exquisite hanging sculptures in Linfen. In addition to the famous Xiaoxitian, the Guye Mountain Xiangou Cave Biyan Temple Guanyin Pavilion hidden in the mountains also has a small and beautiful Ming Dynasty hanging sculpture. The Guanyin Pavilion is built on a cliff, and you need to climb a stone ladder inside the cave that can only accommodate one person. It is not large in scale, with seven layers of hanging sculptures. In the center is Guanyin Bodhisattva (Figure 1), with Manjusri and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva on both sides (Figures 2 and 3), surrounded by more than 100 statues of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Arhats, Devas, Vajra Warriors, and Flying Devas, forming the "Guanyin Dharma Assembly." On both sides, from top to bottom, are the Ten Great Kings, Eighteen Arhats, Twenty-Four Devas, and Twelve Perfect Enlightenment (Figures 4 and 5), with vivid images, but some of them seem to be later additions. The three Ming Dynasty Buddha statues in the Mahavira Hall (Figure 14) are also very exquisite. The two ginkgo trees in front of the Mahavira Hall are turning yellow, adding some vitality and brightness to the ancient temple. There are also sculptures in the Shenju Cave (Figure 19), which are obviously modern works, with stiff expressions and a big difference! Like Biyan Temple, many temples in Guye Mountain are built on cliffs (Figure 20), which can also be considered "hanging temples"! It is currently a provincial-level protected site. Due to the lack of public transportation and rugged roads (although it is not far from Linfen City, the mountain roads are narrow and winding, with many large vehicles, which is a great test of driving skills!), there are not many tourists. The entrance fee is CNY 35. Take advantage of the fact that it is not yet popular and go enjoy it!