[2025 Ningbo Attraction] Travel Guide for Xuedou Temple (Updated Mar)

This time I was invited to join a group to attend the China Design Award. After the official itinerary ended, I went to visit the Xuedou Temple. The clouds here were very low, lingering around the temple. The main place here is dedicated to Maitreya Buddha. It is said that in the Buddhist teachings, Maitreya Buddha is the successor of Sakyamuni Buddha. He will be born on earth in 5.67 billion years to transcend the tribulations. Many tourists come here to touch the feet of Maitreya Buddha, the largest in the world, and it is also known as "last-minute cram". So... if you have a chance, why not come here to touch it and bless yourself?

#Good places to go in the hot summer #Good places for families Xuedou Temple, whose full name is Xuedou Zisheng Zen Temple, is located in the heart of Xuedou Mountain, one of the five famous Buddhist mountains in China, and is located in Xikou Town, Fenghua District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province. It originated in the Jin Dynasty, flourished in the Tang Dynasty, and reached its peak in the Song Dynasty. It was named one of the "Five Mountains and Ten Temples" in the Southern Song Dynasty, one of the "Ten Temples and Five Courts of Zen Buddhism in the World" in the Ming Dynasty, and one of the "Five Famous Buddhist Mountains" in the Republic of China. Xuedou Temple is also the Maitreya Buddha's dojo, housing the Xuedou Mountain Maitreya Buddha. Maitreya Buddha is the Buddha of the future, and it is worthwhile to worship him, burn incense, and pray for peace.

🚉Transportation Guide: Ride-hailing + Bus 🗓Itinerary: Morning: Former Residence of Chiang Kai-shek → Maitreya Buddha (Xuedou Temple) 6:40-7:15 Have breakfast at the hotel 7:15-8:05 Take a ride-hailing car to the Former Residence of Chiang Kai-shek 8:05-9:30 Visit the Former Residence of Chiang Kai-shek, then take a ride-hailing car to Xuedou Mountain. 9:30-10:00 Arrive at Xuedou Mountain and take a bus up the mountain. I bought a combo ticket for Xuedou Mountain and the Former Residence of Chiang Kai-shek on Trip.com for CNY 205 per person, which includes the bus. 10:00-12:00 Visit Xuedou Temple. 12:00-12:30 Have lunch. I had a braised beef bento for CNY 17.9, which I bought from a convenience store on the basement level of Impression City in the morning. I asked the store clerk to heat it in the microwave before I took it away. You can also have a meal at Miaoxiang Zhai, which is on the right after you enter the gate of Xuedou Temple. There are noodles for CNY 25 per bowl. I went inside, took a pair of chopsticks, and sat inside to eat my bento. There is also a vegetarian buffet for CNY 30 per person, which is open from 11:00 to 13:00. Afternoon: Xuedou Mountain → Maitreya Altar 12:30-12:50 Visit Zhang Xueliang's Secluded Place for 10 minutes 12:50-13:12 Take a bus directly to Xu Xiao Rock. You can skip San Yintan and visit from top to bottom. 13:12-13:40 Visit Xu Xiao Rock. The glass walkway requires an additional ticket for CNY 80 per person, so I didn't go in. 13:40-14:00 Continue to take a bus to San Yintan 14:00-14:50 Take a bus down the mountain to Xuedou Temple and continue to take a larger bus down the mountain 14:50-15:15 Go down the mountain to Maitreya Altar 15:15-16:45 Visit Maitreya Altar 16:45-18:25 Take a bus back to Ningbo Station. Since I had plenty of time, I took a bus to save money. 18:25-19:45: Have dinner - a must-have for special forces: Master Kong braised beef noodles. There is hot water available at the station. I took my instant noodles to the bar in the charging area, charged my phone for free (be sure not to litter and keep the bar clean), and ate my noodles while waiting for the train. 19:56-21:35 Take the train home.

Xuedou Temple, nestled among the picturesque landscapes of Lingshan in Ningbo, is a place of ancient elegance and grandeur. It is a serene sanctuary that blends the beauty of nature with Buddhist culture. The temple's thousand-year-old structures stand in harmony with modern architecture, with the majestic Mahavira Hall and the towering Maitreya Buddha evoking a sense of solemnity and compassion. The morning bells and evening drums echo through the valleys, and the sacred sounds cleanse the soul, encouraging visitors to slow down and savor the surroundings. Whether for pilgrimage or seeking a moment of inner peace, Xuedou Temple offers travelers an unforgettable spiritual experience.

Ningbo 2-Day Tour, Explore the Charm of the City! Don't miss this super practical guide to easily explore the beautiful scenery and unique charm of Ningbo! -- Must-Visit Attractions: 1. 🏛️ Former Residence of Chiang Kai-shek: Step into history and experience the life of Chiang Kai-shek. This place is a microcosm of modern history. 2. 🏞️ Xuedou Mountain: Beautiful mountains and rivers await your exploration. The sound of waterfalls and streams fills the air, and the Maitreya Buddha statue is solemn and mysterious. 3. 🙏 Maitreya in the World (Xuedou Temple): Xuedou Temple is accompanied by the Great Buddha, a landmark attraction not to be missed! -- Travel Preparation: 🧳 👕 Choose some lightweight and breathable autumn clothes. The temperature in Ningbo in November is moderate, but the sea breeze may be slightly cool, so it is recommended to bring a windproof jacket. 🎒 A backpack is essential for carrying snacks, a water bottle, and a power bank to ensure your journey is uninterrupted. 📷 Make sure your camera or phone is fully charged. The scenery in Ningbo is so beautiful that you don't want to miss any of it! 🆔 Don't forget your ID card and other necessary documents. Safety comes first when traveling. -- Ningbo, a charming city waiting for you to explore. Pack your bags and start your exclusive journey, where beauty awaits you! 🎈

Continuous low temperatures and high humidity have disrupted what was supposed to be a skiing trip As a native of Ningbo, it was my first visit to Xuedou Temple and I was truly astonished The statue claimed to be the world's tallest outdoor bronze seated Maitreya Buddha, backed by green mountains, is also located on the central axis of the entire temple Looking down from the mountain, the scene is magnificent The day I went, the temperature was very low Snow had accumulated on the eaves of the temple The visitors were very nice Walking in the temple was very quiet, and my heart quieted down with it There are also two huge ginkgo trees in the temple, one male and one female Spring has not yet arrived, but I am already looking forward to autumn

Xuedou Mountain is one of the five famous Buddhist mountains and the dojo of Maitreya Buddha. The Xuedou Temple, with a history of 1700 years, has a long history and profound cultural heritage. The Maitreya Golden Buddha on the top of Xuedou Temple has a smiling face, kind and serene. There are also a pair of thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in the temple, silently protecting the monks. When you come to Xuedou Temple, you can worship and pray for blessings, and also feel the Buddhist culture. Finally, you can go to the front of the Maitreya Buddha statue and touch the Buddha's foot to get some blessings.

⭐️ Autumn is the most beautiful season of Xuedou Mountain. The mountain puts on a colorful coat. Centered on the Buddha, the scenery of Xuedou Mountain is beautiful everywhere. 👉 We entered the mountain gate and the first thing we saw was a Buddha. The Buddha statue is solemn and solemn, making people dare not look up. ⭐️ The environment around the Buddha is quiet, with only the faint sound of wind and birds, which calms people's minds. Standing under the Buddha, we can also see some small Buddha statues. They are disciples of the Buddha, adding a lot of cultural atmosphere to Xuedou Mountain. ‼️ Starting from the Buddha Scenic Area, we take a scenic bus to Qianzhangyan, tour to Miaogao Terrace, return the same way, visit Xuedou Temple, take a scenic bus to Sanyin Pool, tour from Shangyin Pool to Zhongyin Pool, return the same way to the visitor center, and end the tour. During this day, we will see the most beautiful scenery of Xuedou Mountain: fresh air, beautiful trees, strange peaks, clear streams, and occasional waterfalls, all of which make people linger. 🍲 There are also many special snacks in the scenic area for tasting, especially the tea eggs and grilled sausages at the visitor center. They are delicious and affordable. There are also some raincoat shops that can be used to prevent rain on rainy days. In summary, Xuedou Mountain is a beautiful and magical place. Here you can feel the magic of nature and the profound cultural history.

The Maitreya Altar at the foot of Siming Mountain is finally open! · 【Visiting route】 Daci Gate→Future Square→Maitreya Art Museum→Cross-Strait Cultural Exchange Center→Daci Auspicious Hall→Time Corridor→Wanshan Hall→Mt. Xumi→Tushita Heaven Palace… Follow the tour route and you won’t miss any place! The whole process was just wow~ taking photos! Wow~ taking photos📷! . The 1st to 9th floors are circular staircases. You can walk up while strolling, stopping and starting as you go. It is also very fast and you can see the scenery at different heights. The top 10th floor is the Golden Hall. You can also choose to take the elevator directly to it! Right there at the Starry Sky Pillar~ . The whole temple looks magnificent from the outside. Walking inside is another world. The combination of classical and modern styles It’s really a great film! · When it comes to shocking things, it has to be Longhua Dharma Hall Use wide-angle 📷 to shoot better! If you want to take pictures with fewer people, it is recommended to schedule it in the morning or afternoon (I took the photo at 3:30 pm) · 🚧: Ningbo Fenghua District - Maitreya Altar 🕒: 8:30-17:00, admission stops at 16:00 💰: 🆓, you can go in by making an appointment in advance at 📱 🚇: Buses 230 and 269 can go directly there. If you drive, you can park at the tourist distribution center opposite. It takes 1h/5r ·

From Zhongyintan, along the mountain trail, five meters of rice can reach the lower hidden pool. Its scenery gathers peaks, caves, lakes and dragons in one, which is especially beautiful. There are two waterfalls here, known as the Waterfall, a stone boulders under the hidden pool, and a stalagmite next to it, known as the Stone Shoots Peak. The peak is on the lake, the lake is at the bottom of the peak, half-covered, and the whole hidden pool is like a water-covered building. The waterfall is traversing the pool, looking up like a colorful sky, colorful. Walking on the mountain road, you can feel the clearness of the waterfall from afar, especially in this rainy day, you can feel the quietness of Sanyintan. The mountains are continuous, the peaks are stacked, the canyons are vertical and horizontal, the forests are dense, the mountains are full of springs, the streams are staggered, the waterfalls are clustered, and they fall into deep valleys. They rise into high cliffs, and if they dont know it, they walk into the world to the beauty. Wonderland. Continued in the light rain of the patter, and unwittingly went to the center of Xuedou Mountain, where the Buddha voices are quiet and distant, and you unconsciously go to the impetuous and calm down. Here is the ancient temple of the thousand years hidden under the green hills of the mountains.

Xue Dou Temple has a long history. When the mountain was opened in the Jin Dynasty, it was called Waterfall Courtyard. The temple was opened in the Jin Dynasty, the Tang Dynasty became the Ten Fang Temple, and the Southern Song Dynasty Ning Zong was rated as a temple. It was listed as one of the highest level Five Mountains and Ten Brakes. In the Ming Dynasty, it was called "one of the ten Zen temples of the world". The two sides are surrounded by mountains, and the two streams meet. The nine peaks are like "Kowloon grabbing the pearl" and the environment is over. There are two ginkgo trees in the mountain gate, also known as the white fruit tree and the grandson tree. These two ginkgo are divided into male and female, with the female on the left and the male on the right. What is more precious is that they were planted in the Han Dynasty and were called "Han Dynasty Ginkgo". There is a stone monument next to the male tree. The book "Millet should be traced to the resort" refers to the deep connection between Maitreya and Xuedou Temple. According to legend, the Maitreya Buddhism avatar bag monk appeared in the river of Fenghua County and was adopted by Changting Village. Later, he went to Fenglin Yuelin Temple to go out and often went to Xuedou Temple to teach the Fa, so Yuelin Temple and Xue Dou Temple were called Maitreya. It should be traced to the Holy Land and is known as the Maitreya Dojo. Therefore, between the Heavenly King Hall and the Great Hall of the Snow Temple, there is a Maitreya Hall.

Fenghua Xue Dou Temple, Xue Dou Temple, the full name of Snow Dou Zisheng Temple, is a famous Zen temple, which is ranked as Zen Zha Shi and also the dojo of the Bag Monk Maitreya Buddha. There are 2 ancient ginkgo trees in front of the temple. After the temple, General Zhang Xueliang was planted with 2 strains of Nanmu in prison. The snow sinus temple is large in scale, and the Vatican Palace is deep, and it goes from the outside according to the central axis, followed by the mountain gate, the release pool, the Zhaobi, the Tianwang Hall, the Maitreya Temple, the Daxiong Hall, the Rufeng Spring, the Fatang, and the mountains are built. . The history of Xue Dou Temple is long and the patriarch is far away. Emperors of all ages have repeatedly awarded pets, and the cultural relics they have given have also recovered. There are still surviving cultural relics: Yuci Yuyin, Yuci Jade Buddha, Daqing Longzang, Royal Dragon, Dragon Robe and Dragonfly.