[2025 Zhaoqing Attraction] Travel Guide for Qingyun Temple (Updated Mar)

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🌿【Opening: Entering the Wizard of Oz, the secret of breathing 100,000+ negative ions】 After being exhausted in the steel jungle for a long time, do you long for a trip to have a deep dialogue with nature? Dinghushan in Zhaoqing, Guangdong, this "emerald" inlaid on the Tropic of Cancer, hides the ecological code of China's first nature reserve, and shocks the world with its reputation as a "natural oxygen bar" with 125,000 negative ions** per cubic centimeter. Here, the sound of ancient temple bells and the symphony of waterfalls and flowing springs, the thousand-year-old primeval forest and the strange peaks and blue lakes dance together. It is the perfect secret place for urban people to escape from the hustle and bustle! Today, I will show you how to unlock the ultimate way to play in Dinghushan, from the charm of mountains and rivers to the delicious food, from cultural exploration to health and healing, you can master it all in one guide! --- 🌄【Core attractions: Four must-visit places, contracting your visual and spiritual shock】 [Awesome]1. Baoding Garden: Compete for the world, touch the thousand-year bronze civilization As a cultural landmark of Dinghushan, Baoding Garden takes "Ding" as its soul, bringing together two wonders: Jiulong Baoding (the world's largest bronze tripod) and Duanxi Longhuang Inkstone (the world's largest inkstone). Standing on the observation deck, you can overlook the panoramic view of Dinghu Lake and take in the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains. Legend has it that throwing a wishing ball here can help you win the title of "top scholar". If you have family members taking exams, you may want to give it a try! 2. Qingyun Temple: A Zen-themed residence, the first of the four famous temples in Lingnan Qingyun Temple, hidden in the valley, is a famous Zen temple in the Ming Dynasty, as famous as Nanhua Temple. The temple is lined with towering ancient trees and filled with the smell of incense. It retains the tradition of "Three Washing Stones" mountain climbing and worshipping Buddha - before climbing the mountain, one needs to wash hands, purify the heart, and purify the mouth three times on the stone steps in front of the temple, giving it a full sense of ritual. The vegetarian restaurant in the temple, "Dinghu Shangsu", was once a famous dish at Empress Dowager Cixi's birthday banquet. The mushrooms cooked with mountain spring water are fresh and fragrant and should not be missed. 3. Feishuitan: A water paradise, Sun Yat-sen’s secret summer resort A must-visit cool place in summer! The waterfall cascades down from a 30-meter-high cliff, forming a natural swimming pool. The water in the pond is so clear that you can see the bottom. You can step into the stream barefoot and feel the cool mountain spring flowing between your toes. The concentration of negative ions here is as high as 125,000/cm³. Taking a few deep breaths is like giving your lungs a deep SPA. 4. Butterfly Valley: Explore the secrets and find the fairyland on a boat trip A "hidden easter egg" that requires a separate boat ticket! Take a boat across the blue lake to the Wishing Island, stroll along the primeval forest trail, and encounter rare plants and butterfly specimens. Although the number of living butterflies is limited, the reflection of the lake is as bright as a mirror, making you feel like you are in an ink painting. Any shot you take will be a blockbuster. --- 🍲【Dinghu Taste: The Ultimate Collision of Wild Delicacies and Ancient Flavors】 ✅ **Must-eat List** - Dinghu Steamed Rice Dumpling: Glutinous rice and pork belly wrapped in winter leaves, simmered over firewood for 10 hours, soft, glutinous, salty and fragrant, a representative work of Zhaoqing's "intangible cultural heritage". - Dinghushan Mud-Braised Chicken: Chicken wrapped in lotus leaves and covered with mineral mud and roasted. The meat is tender and has a peanut oil aroma, full of wildness. - Bamboo pole rice noodle: a specialty of Deqing, the rice paste is made by drying bamboo poles and paired with a secret sauce, with a smooth and silky taste. - Dinghu Shangsu: The ceiling of vegetarian dishes in Qingyun Temple, a collection of mountain delicacies, the freshness of which hits the soul directly. 📍 **Food Map** - Beiling Food Street: A gathering place for mountain delicacies such as Liandu goat and clay-braised chicken. - Zhenbao Food Street (Tianning North Road): a one-stop shop for snacks such as steamed rice dumplings and salty pancakes. --- 🏨【Accommodation Guide: From Forest Therapy to Light Luxury Lake View】 - High-end choice: Wyndham Grand Zhaoqing Qixingyan Hotel, with a lake view hot spring pool and karst peaks visible from the window, is suitable for holidaymakers who pursue a sense of ritual. - Buddhist health care: Visit the villas around Qingyun Temple, such as Qingyun Villa and Pinyang Yiju, where you can listen to the morning bells, bathe in the morning mist, and experience a Zen life. - Recommended value for money: Mountain Resort and Geological Sanatorium, surrounded by forests for only a few hundred yuan. --- 🚗【Transportation Guide: How to get to this Wonderful Land of Oz? 】 - High-speed rail: Guangzhou South → Zhaoqing East Station (about 40 minutes), transfer to bus No. 21/204 to the scenic spot (25 minutes). - Self-driving: From Guangzhou, take the Guangfozhao Expressway → Dinghushan Archway. There is a parking lot outside the scenic area (no vehicles allowed to enter). - Transportation within the scenic area: The battery car costs 20 yuan round trip, connecting the core attractions such as Baoding Garden and Qingyun Temple; the Butterfly Valley cruise costs 35 yuan including round trip. --- 📌【Must-read before the trip: Guide to avoiding pitfalls and intimate tips】 1. Best season: Spring and autumn are the best (March to May to enjoy the flowers, October to November to enjoy the red leaves), and sun protection equipment is required in summer to escape the heat. 2. Ticket discount: The main ticket is 70 yuan. It is recommended to purchase the **Xinghu package (110 yuan including Qixingyan). The battery car ticket can be purchased in sections as needed. 3. Hiking advice: Wear non-slip shoes! The stone steps from Feishuitan to Qingyun Temple are slippery, so using a trekking pole will save effort. 4. Environmentally friendly travel: The original ecology is fragile, do not discard garbage at will, and protect rare ecological areas such as Butterfly Valley. --- 🌟【Conclusion: A call from the green fields to heal the body and mind】 The beauty of Dinghushan is not only a visual feast, but also a journey of purification of the body and mind. Whether you are a devout pilgrim, a nature explorer, or a gourmet food hunter, you can find your own poetic home here. This weekend, pack your bags and let the clear waters and green mountains of Dinghushan press the "restart button" of your life! 📢 With the guide in hand, you can go anywhere you want! Follow the "Zhaoqing Local Treasures" official account to get real-time scenic spot information and discounted tickets!

[!] Tickets: ¥70 (university and high school students in Guangdong Province, please bring your student ID card to enter the park for free) [!] Sightseeing bus: ¥20 [!] Baoding Garden Wishing Balls: ¥30 for ten balls [!] Butterfly Valley Cruise: ¥35 [Car] Transportation Guide [HighSpeedRail] External transportation: Zhaoqing has Zhaoqing Station (train station), Zhaoqing East Station (high-speed railway station), etc., which can be selected according to the itinerary. [One]Take the train to Zhaoqing Station and then transfer to bus No. 205 to Dinghushan (one and a half hours). Or take a taxi to Dinghushan (more than 40 minutes). [Two] Take the high-speed rail to Zhaoqing East Station and then take a bus, such as Bus No. 205, Bus No. 206, or Bus No. 6, to Dinghushan Scenic Area (one hour). Or take a taxi to Dinghushan (about 22 minutes). [Three] If you choose to drive, you can go via the Guangkun Expressway, the Pearl River Delta Ring Expressway, etc. There is a parking lot near the scenic area (charges 15-20 yuan per time). [Car] Internal transportation: There are sightseeing buses in the scenic area, the ticket is 20 yuan, and it can stop at major attractions to save energy. [Scenic] Introduction to scenic spots [RoundNails] Baoding Garden: With the theme of displaying the ancient Chinese tripod culture, there are many replicas of famous tripods, as well as the world's largest Nine Dragon Baoding, which is 6.68 meters high, 5.58 meters in diameter, and weighs 16 tons.  [RoundNails] Qingyun Temple: One of the four famous temples in Lingnan, it has strong oriental architectural art characteristics. The temple is rich in cultural relics and historical sites, where you can feel the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture.  [RoundNails] Feishuitan: Also known as Longtan Feipu, the waterfall cascades down from the top of a cliff more than 40 meters high. The scenery is spectacular. On the cliff wall are six large characters written by Song Qingling: "Sun Yat-sen's Swimming Place".  [RoundNails] Butterfly Valley: It consists of a green lake, an island, and a forest. You need to take a boat to enter. The valley is rich in primitive forest vegetation and has many waterfalls.  [Tableware] Food Recommendations [○] Dinghushan Steamed Rice Dumpling: A traditional Zhaoqing delicacy made with glutinous rice, mung beans, and pork, wrapped in hollyhock leaves and steamed. [○] Dinghu Shangsu: A traditional dish of Qingyun Temple, steamed with a variety of ingredients including shiitake mushrooms, button mushrooms, straw mushrooms, and white fungus. [○] Dinghu Mountain Water Tofu Pudding: Made with Dinghu Mountain spring water, it has a delicate texture and a sweet taste. [○] Braised Chicken with Snails: The chicken is tender and smooth, the snails are fresh and sweet, and the soup is rich. It is a local delicacy. [Pushpin] Tour route [One] Relaxing route: Take a sightseeing bus from the gate of the scenic area to Baoding Garden, then go to Butterfly Valley and take a cruise to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery; enter the Butterfly Garden to watch butterflies and primitive forest landscapes, and finally take a sightseeing bus to Qingyun Temple. [Two] In-depth hiking route: Walk in from the main gate of the scenic area, passing Feishuitan, Qingyun Temple, Butterfly Valley, Baoding Garden and other scenic spots in turn. The whole journey requires good physical strength and sufficient time.

⛩️Qingyun Temple is one of the four famous temples in Lingnan. It was first built in the sixth year of Chongzhen in the Ming Dynasty, originally named Lotus Nunnery. In 1636, Master Qishu opened the mountain in Dinghu Mountain. Because the mountain has auspicious clouds, the Lotus Nunnery was renamed Qingyun Temple. Since its establishment, Qingyun Temple has been continuously incense, built a five-story hall on the seven-level slope, the ancient area of 17,000 square meters has more than 100 rooms. Inside the temple, you can see many cultural relics such as the hundred-year-old bronze bell, the white plum poem stele, the relics, the seat of the Pingnan King, among which the "Thousand People Pot", "White Camellia Tree", "Relics" are now the "Three Treasures of the Mountain".