[2025 Meizhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Thousand Buddha Pagoda (Updated Mar)

Friends, today I want to share an amazing historical artifact with you—the Thousand Buddha Iron Pagoda of Meizhou. This iron pagoda was cast in the eighth year of Dabao in the Southern Han Dynasty (965 AD), isn't it incredibly ancient? Standing quietly, it's like a living history book. It's 4.2m high. Although it doesn't appear to reach the sky, it possesses a unique sense of solemnity. Its base is 1.6m wide, square-shaped, firmly rooted in the earth. The most breathtaking part is the tower body! Each side is cast with 250 Buddha statues of varying sizes, totaling 1,000 statues on all four sides. Each of these Buddha statues has a unique expression. Although they are only about 3.6 cm high and 2.8 cm wide, the carving is incredibly detailed. Look closely, and you can almost see the infinite effort and exquisite craftsmanship of the artisans from that time. Standing in front of the Thousand Buddha Iron Pagoda, you can't help but imagine the beliefs, lifestyles, and aesthetic concepts of the people during the Southern Han Dynasty. This is not just an iron pagoda, but a mark of an era, carrying the thousand-year-old heritage of Buddhist culture.

Today, I must reveal a historical blind box hidden in Meizhou, the Meizhou Thousand Buddha Pagoda! This is a treasure that will make history buffs and relic enthusiasts scream with excitement! The pagoda was cast in the eighth year of the Dabaobao era of the Southern Han Dynasty, which is 965 AD. After a thousand years of baptism, it still stands firmly on this land, a veritable "living fossil" of history. The traces of time have not covered its brilliance but have added a mysterious charm to it. It is 4.2 meters high. At first glance, it may not seem as impressive as the towering modern buildings, but once you see it with your own eyes, you will be deeply impressed by its unique sense of weight. The base of the pagoda is 1.6 meters wide and square, like a giant who stands firm in the face of countless storms. The highlight is the pagoda's body, which is a masterpiece. Each side is cast with dense Buddha statues, each with a unique expression, either meditating with closed eyes or smiling compassionately. The charm of their eyebrows and eyes is vividly carved. Although these Buddha statues are not large, about 3.6 cm high and 2.8 cm wide, the level of detail in the carving is astonishing, with smooth lines and clear textures. Every detail reveals the ingenuity of the ancient craftsmen. Standing in front of the Thousand Buddha Pagoda, a wonderful feeling of traveling through time and space comes over you. You can't help but imagine the scene of the Southern Han Dynasty: the bustling streets, people devoutly believing in Buddhism, craftsmen in workshops meticulously carving each Buddha statue, each strike infused with respect for faith and dedication to craftsmanship. This pagoda is not just a pile of metal; it is the inheritor of a thousand years of Buddhist culture, a reflection of the spiritual world of the people of that era, carrying the faith and hope of countless people. Next time you visit Meizhou, don't forget to check out this treasure pagoda and experience the shock of a thousand years!

The building complex is centered on the Thousand Buddha Pagoda and is scattered among the green trees. It looks more solemn and solemn in the cloudy sky and drizzle. Cornered cornices, carved beams and painted buildings, fragrant clouds filling the air, resplendent and magnificent, pavilions and pavilions filled with light, the sound of Buddha's trumpets, and melodious Buddhist music. It is a place that can purify the body and mind☁️ Thousand Buddha Pagoda Temple is built on the mountain with the Mahavira Hall, Buddha Hall, Pharmacist Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Wealth Hall, Bell and Drum Tower, Sutra Pavilion, Samantabhadra Pavilion, etc. There is a row of prayer wheels outside the temple. I gently turned it and prayed for blessings while turning it. It is said that every time you turn around, you are accumulating merit and eliminating karma. We can never predict which will come first, tomorrow or the unexpected. Therefore, we should learn to cherish the present, be grateful and cherish blessings, and pray that you and I will be safe! When we arrived at the Thousand Buddhas Iron Pagoda, it was named Thousand Buddhas Pagoda because there were thousands of Buddhas cast on its body. The sun shines through the clouds and onto the tower, giving it a golden glow. Approaching the tower, you will see Buddha statues of various shapes carved on it, exuding a solemn and mysterious atmosphere. Walking three times around the pagoda to the right is not only a pious act of making offerings, but also establishes a deep connection with the Buddhas, Bodhisattvas and saints. The mountain environment behind Thousand Buddha Pagoda is beautiful, with flowers surrounded by ancient trees, rockeries and springs complementing each other. If it weren't for the faint Buddhist music and fluttering prayer flags, it would make people feel like they are in a garden in the south of the Yangtze River. When you are tired of shopping, you can also try vegetarian food at Tianchu Baozhai, which offers small hotpots and buffets that change with the seasons. The temple also has a Thousand Buddhas Academy, which can provide meditation and trouble consultation, allowing people to find their true self in silence and pointing out the direction for confused souls. The faster the world goes, the slower the mind has to be. Temples can calm my mind, and peace of mind can cure three thousand illnesses. "Look at the world with a pure heart, live life with a joyful heart, create emotions with a normal heart, and remove worries with a soft heart." The joys and sorrows of the world turned into peace in the temple. At this moment, there is no need to travel far, go to the Thousand Buddha Pagoda Temple at your doorstep and give yourself a short period of practice.

Meizhou Hakka Thousand Buddha Pagoda, with layers of Buddhist halls climbing upwards. The most beautiful view is under the pagoda, a must-visit for the famous Hakka city. 🌹🙏Meizhou Thousand Buddha Pagoda Temple, located on the eastern outskirts of Meizhou city. Built in the eighth year of the Southern Han Dynasty's Dabao era (965 AD), it has a history of over a thousand years. A pure land, it is a symbol of Meizhou's historical and cultural fame. The pagoda lights shine brightly, known as the 'Pearl of Lingnan', with an endless stream of pilgrims. The sound of Buddha lingers, reflecting on the various states of life. All things in the world have their causes and effects, and only by harboring good intentions can one cultivate the right fruits. Buddha said: 'The sea of suffering is boundless, turning back is the shore.' Life's journey, through hardships, can one comprehend the true essence of life and reach the other shore of the soul. Buddha said: 'A flower represents a world, a leaf represents enlightenment.' All things in the world have their spirit, and so does life, which requires heartfelt comprehension. 🙏🙏🙏 Three sticks of incense represent gratitude. Gratitude for the earth, water sources, and sunlight, this is the attitude we should have as part of nature. Three sticks of incense are our reverence and gratitude towards nature, our way of giving back and saying thanks. 🙏🙏🙏Three sticks of incense represent the past, present, and future, praying for peace, health, and happiness. 🌷Location: Meizhou Thousand Buddha Pagoda 🌷Please note: 1. Opening hours: 8:00—18:00 2. The temple provides incense, no need to bring your own 3. No admission fee, parking available 4. Please do not litter, take your trash with you, and ensure 'No litter left behind when you leave' 🌷Recommendation: Drive or take a taxi

|Qianfo Pagoda Temple. This is a temple developed for the protection of Southern Han cultural relics. Only female monks are in the temple, no monks. The temple covers a large area with exquisite relief buildings, stone carvings, plants filled in every corner, as well as small bridges, flowing water, fountains and pigeons. The environment is really great! I will definitely consider here first for my future Zen meditation~