[2025 Xiuwu Attraction] Travel Guide for Jingying Temple (Updated May)

## Jingying Temple Guide: Exploring the Millennium Temple Deep in Taihang Mountains **I. Introduction** Jingying Temple, also known as Jindeng Temple and Jinmen Temple, is located in Yingsi Village, Xicun Township, Xiuwu County, Jiaozuo City, Henan Province. It was built during the Southern and Northern Dynasties and has a history of more than 1,500 years. The temple is located on the banks of the Yingsi River at the southern foot of the Taihang Mountains. It is surrounded by mountains and has beautiful scenery. It is known as the "Little Jiangnan". **2. Transportation** * **Self-driving:** Starting from downtown Jiaozuo, drive along the Jinxin Expressway to the Xiuwu exit, then drive west along the S233 Provincial Road to Xicun Township, and then follow the road signs to the Jingying Temple Scenic Area. The whole journey takes about 1.5 hours. * **Public transportation:** Take the bus to Xiuwu County from Jiaozuo Passenger Transport Terminal, and then transfer to the bus to Xicun Township. After getting off at Xicun Township, you can take local transportation to Jingying Temple Scenic Area. **3. Tickets and opening hours** * **Ticket price:** 50 yuan/person * **Opening hours:** 08:00-17:00 **IV. Tour route** 1. **Mountain Gate:** The mountain gate of Jingying Temple is simple and solemn, with a plaque with three large characters "Jingying Temple" hanging on the gate. 2. **Heavenly King Hall:** The Four Heavenly Kings are enshrined in the Heavenly King Hall, namely Dhritarashtra of the East, Virūdhaka of the South, Virūdhaka of the West and Vaiśravaṇa of the North. 3. **Main Hall:** The Main Hall is the main hall of Jingying Temple, where three statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Medicine Buddha and Amitabha Buddha are enshrined. 4. **Guanyin Hall:** The Guanyin Hall enshrines Guanyin Bodhisattva, who is the embodiment of compassion and is deeply loved by the people. 5. **Scripture Repository:** The Sutra Repository houses a large number of Buddhist scriptures and is the cultural treasure house of Jingying Temple. 6. **Yingsi River:** Yingsi River flows in front of Jingying Temple. The water is crystal clear and the banks are lined with green trees. It is a great place for a leisurely walk. **V. Surrounding attractions** * **Qinglong Gorge:** Qinglong Gorge is located on the west side of Jingying Temple. It has a deep canyon, cascading waterfalls and spectacular scenery. * **Fenglin Gorge:** Fenglin Gorge is located on the east side of Jingying Temple. The gorge is full of strange peaks, rugged rocks and unique scenery. * **Yuntai Mountain:** Yuntai Mountain is located in Xiuwu County, Jiaozuo City. It is a national 5A-level tourist attraction, famous for its steep mountains and beautiful scenery. **6. Accommodation and dining** * **Accommodation:** There are many farmhouses and hotels in the Jingying Temple scenic area that can provide accommodation services. * **Food:** There are many restaurants in the Jingying Temple Scenic Area where you can taste local specialties such as Xiuwu stewed noodles and Jiaozuo donkey meat. **VII. Tips** * There are many mountain roads in the Jingying Temple scenic area, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. * Smoking, littering and other uncivilized behaviors are prohibited in the scenic area. * Please respect Buddhist culture and do not make loud noises in the temple. **8. Best time to travel** Jingying Temple is suitable for visiting in all seasons, but the best time to visit is spring and autumn, when the climate is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful. Jingying Temple is a thousand-year-old temple with a long history and profound cultural heritage. The scenery around the temple is beautiful, and it is a good place for leisure, vacation, and self-cultivation. I hope this guide can help you better visit Jingying Temple. I wish you a pleasant journey!

|Self-driving around Zhengzhou. The thousand-year-old Jingying Temple in autumn | Self-driving around Zhengzhou📷 If it weren’t for the popularity of the water play and hiking trails at Jingying Temple this summer, this niche scenic spot would be easily overlooked. Before going, I was struggling over whether to walk ten kilometers or drive directly to the scenic spot. In the end, due to time constraints, I chose the latter, and unexpectedly I was rewarded with unexpected beautiful scenery. 📍: Jingying Temple Scenic Area 🎫: 40 yuan, parking fee 10 yuan 🚗: Zhengzhou self-driving about 2.5 hours ⛩Tips for playing: 🌿The overall scenic area is not large, and an afternoon of play time is enough 🌿The core attraction is Jingying Temple, which is well maintained overall. Located at the foot of the mountain, you can see the mountain when you look up. The temple is planted with ginkgo trees, bamboo forests, etc., and it is beautiful from any angle you look at it. 🌿After the heavy rain on July 20 last year, some sections of the Grand Canyon were washed away, leaving a clear pool under the waterfall. It is turquoise and transparent, and has become a popular place to play in the water in the summer. Although the temperature drops in autumn, it is still worth seeing. 🌿In addition to the temple, the garden landscape in the scenic area is well done, with small waterfalls, lotus ponds, maple leaves and so on. It should be another beautiful sight in late autumn. 🌿The attraction is too niche, there are few tourists, it is quiet and relaxing. ⛰: If you want to hike on a wild route, you can choose to hike from Houhe Village down the canyon to Jingying Temple. 📷: The warm autumn sunshine and the temple at the foot of the mountain are very photogenic.

|||This place is known as the "Little Guilin" in Henan Located in Xiuwu County, Jiaozuo Direct navigation: Xiuwulin Inn When you get there, ask the farmer or check it yourself. There is a clear intersection, just follow the signs. Go upstream along the canyon There is water all the way, especially in summer. The scenery is beautiful, with mountains and rivers accompanying you. You can take the large loop line directly to the Jingying Temple scenic area You can also take a small loop and return halfway up the mountain. You can drive yourself or take a bus with a group ‼ ️Protect the environment, remember to take your trash away ‼ ️There is no supply throughout the trip, you need to bring your own food and drink