[2025 Chongqing Attraction] Travel Guide for Tianxin Temple (Updated Feb)

Tianxin Temple, originally built during the Chongzhen period of the Ming Dynasty, revived during the Qing Dynasty in Sichuan Zen, expanded in the sixth year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty (1867), and was once one of the four major Zen monasteries in the Chongqing area. The existing main buildings include the mountain gate, the main hall, the scripture tower, the ancient well, and the four-faced Guanyin, etc. The place here is not big but the incense is quite prosperous. Going up the mountain, there is also a four-faced Guanyin. I have a feeling of being on the golden top of Emei. There is a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree in the temple. It is said that if you make a wish under the ginkgo tree, your wish will come true. I thought the ginkgo leaves had turned yellow, but they were still green. It should be right to come in early December. The thousand-year-old ginkgo tree is outside the temple, and there are many lush plants around it. As long as you find a good angle, it's completely enough for taking pictures, and there is plenty to spare. If there is sunshine, the photos will be more beautiful, especially when the sunshine comes through the treetops, it's like a dream.

Stop squeezing into the crowd! This millennium ginkgo tree in Chongqing is really too good to shoot📷. Shooting time: November 26, the leaves have turned golden, there will be more people on weekends, so it is recommended to arrive earlier, it doesn't matter on weekdays. Because there were many people at the time, we shot in the afternoon, so we didn't shoot the panorama. If this happens, shooting part of it is also very interesting. 📍Location: Tianxin Temple in Banan. 🚗Parking: There is a parking lot. 🚗Driving time: About 1 hour from the city. 🎫Tickets: It's free! This millennium ginkgo tree is a single seedling between the temples, with a thick trunk and a tall and dense crown. The ginkgo leaves fall in the small courtyard, giving people a strong feeling of being surrounded by autumn. It is said that this temple is very effective in asking for marriage, but we were too rushed this time and didn't catch up. Little sisters can go and worship!

Don’t you know, baby? The ginkgo leaves at Tianshin Temple have turned yellow... You can take beautiful photos! I took photos of my life here! Ginkgo leaves in the sunlight shining with golden light As soon as the wind blows... A few ginkgo leaves float down So beautiful! This is the romance of early winter! - Kind tips: 🌟Tianxin Temple is located in Banan, about an hour from the main city🚗 🌟There will be 🈶winding mountain roads on the way. Babies who get motion sickness must prepare motion sickness medicine! 🌟There is also free parking with a small ticket🎫 🌟It is recommended to go on weekends. There are too many people and it is difficult to take pictures. You know In addition to taking pictures of ginkgo trees, you can visit temples and pay homage to Bodhisattva. I heard that this place is very spiritual. In Tianxin Temple, there are heart-stirring scenery on both sides of the path, in the corners of the courtyard, between the temples...every corner has exciting scenery. Here, you can sit quietly on the steps of the temple, watch the fallen leaves falling, and feel the tranquility and peace!

Chongqing Tianxin Temple Guide ✨ Temple Introduction Tianxin Temple is located in Tianxing Temple Town, Banan District, Chongqing. It was built during the reign of Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty. Before the liberation of China, it was known as one of the four major Buddhist holy sites in Chongqing, along with Luohan Temple, Huayan Temple, and Ciyun Temple. The surrounding mountains naturally form a lotus petal shape, and the temple is located in the center, also known as Lotus Mountain. Check-in Points • Ancient Ginkgo Tree: There is an ancient ginkgo tree over 1,200 years old in the temple, which requires four people to embrace. Despite being struck by lightning and burned by fire, it is still full of vitality. It is the largest ginkgo tree in Banan and forms a beautiful picture with the temple. • Ancient Temple Architecture: The existing upper and middle halls are basically intact, with an ancient architectural style, green bricks and tiles, flying eaves and brackets, full of historical charm, and very photogenic. • Ancient Horse Caravan Road: The ancient horse caravan road in front of the mountain gate bears witness to the prosperity of the past. Walking on it, you can almost hear the sound of horses' hooves and the cries of merchants, feeling the changes of time. Best Time to See Ginkgo Trees Mid to late November to early December, when the ginkgo leaves are golden and full of branches, and the fallen leaves cover the ground and eaves, forming a beautiful "golden" scenery. Opening Hours Tianxin Temple is generally open all day, but it is recommended to visit during the day. Transportation Guide • Bus: Take Line 3 to Xuetangwan Station, exit at Exit 1, transfer to Bus D039 to Shajingyuan Station, and then transfer to Bus 950 to Tianxin Temple Station; or take Line 3 to Qiujiayuan Station, transfer to Bus D031 to Shajingyuan Station, and then transfer to Bus 950 to Tianxin Temple Station. • Self-driving: Inner Ring Expressway - Chayuan - Changsheng - Huimin (Toll Station) - Ersheng - Tianping Mountain - Tianxin Temple. Other Tips • Free admission, the temple has a parking lot. • The surrounding area is rural, so you can bring some food and water. • If you want to experience vegetarian meals, you can go to the temple canteen before 11:00. • There is a bus from Tianxin Temple to Huimin at 2:10 pm, so plan your time accordingly.

Family, have you ever thought about finding a piece of spiritual pure land outside the hustle and bustle of the city? I want to take you to Tianxin Temple in Banan, Chongqing, an ancient temple with continuous incense for thousands of years 🌟. 🕙 Visitor Situation: Because this temple is far from the urban area, there are almost no elderly people coming here. The overall number of people is not large, but it feels like the people who come here are sincere 🙏. 🌿 Environment: The entire temple is a bit larger than the average temple, but not as large as Huayan Temple. In fact, a circle of tourism industry has formed around Tianxin Temple, turning it into a small scenic area, but it lacks popularity. 🏛 General Layout of Attractions: From the outside to the inside, the layout of the temple is well-defined, with traditional Buddha statue buildings complementing modern calligraphy and scripture copying spaces, allowing people to experience cultural accumulation in addition to worship ✅. The periphery of the temple is built like a scenic area, with small hotels and the like. It is said that there is a camping base, but I didn't find it after walking around. However, this place is on a cliff, which is quite suitable for sightseeing 😮, and it seems that you can see the tea garden urban area from a distance. There is also a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree and a Thai-style four-faced Buddha, which are quite photogenic and suitable for taking pictures 📸. 🌹 Services and Facilities: In fact, some buildings similar to ancient towns have been built, but no people were seen, and it is a bit desolate. The roads are slightly narrow, and there are no obvious directional signs, which can be troublesome if you encounter a car 🔴. 🚩 Scenic Spot Positioning: I looked at the introduction of this temple, and it still has a certain status in history. At least it has existed since the Song Dynasty. The incense in the temple is also relatively prosperous, and it feels like many people come from afar, which indirectly shows its status ✅. However, it seems that the relevant institutions also want to develop the surrounding area into a supporting scenic area, but at least for now, it looks abandoned and needs to be revitalized. 🚗 Location and Transportation: Located in Tianxing Temple Town, Banan District. Basically, you can only drive there. If you drive into the scenic area, pay attention to the narrow roads and the general condition of some sections 🔴. Overall Rating: 4⃣ points (out of 5 points) 😀 Advantages: 1⃣ Prosperous incense 2⃣ Cliffside location, suitable for sightseeing 🤔 Disadvantages: 1⃣ Narrow internal roads 2⃣ Insufficient surrounding facilities

Tianxin Temple was originally built during the Chongzhen period of the Ming Dynasty, revived during the Qing Dynasty, expanded in the sixth year of Tongzhi of the Qing Dynasty (1867), and was once one of the four major Zen temples in the Chongqing area. The existing main buildings include the mountain gate, the main hall, the scripture tower, the ancient well, and the four-sided Guanyin. The place is not big but the incense is quite strong, I don't know whose wish is so big. Walking up the mountain, there is a four-sided Guanyin, I feel like I am at the golden top of Emei. There is a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree in the temple. It is said that if you make a wish under the ginkgo tree, your wish will come true. I thought the ginkgo leaves had turned yellow, but they were still green. It should be right to come in early December. 🍁 This thousand-year-old ginkgo tree is outside the temple, and there are many lush plants around it. As long as you find a good angle, it is completely enough to take pictures, and there is plenty of room. Many tourists who come here have taken photos under the tree as a souvenir. There are not many people here, probably because it is noon, there are fallen leaves all over the ground without pollution, the picture is particularly clean, it would be even more beautiful if there is sunlight, especially when the sunlight comes through the treetops, it is dreamy. 🚗Navigation: Tianxin Temple 🚌Bus: Route 915 to Yixinxin Temple Station 🎫Tickets: Free, incense is self-funded.

It seems that you really like the scenery of Tianxin Temple, especially the ginkgo trees there. The sun usually adds a lot of charm to the scenery, so under the blessing of the sun, the ginkgo trees of Tianxin Temple must be even more beautiful. If you have similar needs, you can also consider going again on a good weather day, I believe the combination of sunshine and ginkgo trees will bring you more beautiful photos.