2025 Wengyuan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

#2024Travel Review Due to the large area of ​​Donghua Zen Temple, some visitors were so tired from walking around that they gave up and went home without even climbing to the top of the mountain. It's such a pity, because the real secret is hidden in the Sansheng Cave on the top of the mountain. Sanshengdong was once the place where the Sixth Patriarch Huineng retreated for many years. The various temples and pavilions of the entire Zen temple were built according to the mountainous terrain, and the entire temple is still being expanded. Looking at the mountains stretching in the distance from the top of the mountain, I feel that it is a Feng Shui treasure land with excellent spiritual energy and strong magnetic field energy. I was very lucky to take a photo of "I will become a Buddha" at the entrance of the Billion Buddha Hall at the foot of the mountain. The meaning is quite good! In addition, we also photographed a mantra that is hidden on a high wall and is rarely noticed by people. It is helpful for spiritual practice: "Om Ah Hum Om Ah Hum Om Ah Hum Bodhisattva Pocha". Sanskrit is `om ah hum om ah hum om ah hum bodhi svaha’ The one-day trip of "Donghua Enlightenment; Nanhua Propagate Dharma" is too busy. Next time, I must plan a few more days and stop by Nanhua Temple to pay homage to the indestructible body of the Sixth Patriarch Huineng! #BillionBuddhaDian #文 Museum #东华 Zen temple #sanshengdong

#2024Travel Review According to legend, Master Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Zen Buddhism, inherited the mantle from the Fifth Patriarch of Huangmei and went south to live in seclusion at what is now Donghua Zen Temple. Therefore, there is a saying that "Donghua enlightens the Tao; Nanhua spreads the Dharma"! I was lucky enough to visit this place in person. As soon as I entered the mountain gate, I saw a Maitreya Buddha. Visitors were greeted on both sides by two rows of square stone pillars engraved with the "Infinite Life Sutra" on the left and right. Climbing up the stairs to the Sanmen Hall, there is a strange peak on the Tianwang Mountain on the right side that looks like the Buddhist protector Wei Tuo Bodhisattva. It has protected the temple for thousands of years, so the temple has also placed offerings and incense to support it every day. The two generals "Humph" and "Ha" in the Sanmen Hall also revealed the secrets of meditation (breathing is the key point in getting started with meditation). Donghua Zen Temple occupies a large area, including the Mahavira Hall, Manjusri Hall, Buddhist Sutra Pavilion, Billion Buddha Hall, Zhengjue Hall, Cultural Museum, Medicine Master Hall... and so on. When we walked to the Mahavira Hall, the masters happened to be chanting sutras and doing evening lessons. The Zen temple not only strictly selects the conditions for Buddhist disciples, and inherits formal Buddhist meditation and retreat courses, but also allows sightseeing tour groups to connect with the general public. These channels truly realize the ambition of educating all sentient beings! #东华 Zen temple #伟婮佛 #天王山

#2024TravelReview I drove to Shaoguan and visited Donghua Temple for the first time. I didn’t expect that a Zen temple would cover such a large area. Before reaching the main gate of the Zen temple, the Guanyin Zen Temple and Guanyin Cave outside the temple are enough to spend several hours! The main deity enshrined in the Yuantong Hall in the Guanyin Temple is, as the name suggests, Vairocana Buddha, but why are there Manjushri Bodhisattva and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva on both sides of the main deity? Because Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva had attained Buddhahood countless kalpas ago, he is also known as Yuantong Ancient Buddha and Zhengfaming Tathagata. So these three are the "Three Holy Ones of Avatamsaka": Vairocana Buddha, Manjushri Bodhisattva and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva. I was very surprised to find that there is a Guanyin Cave behind the temple! It is a thousand-year-old stalactite cave that houses several different statues of Guanyin. When you visit the cave in summer, you will immediately feel the coolness inside. There are several small holes in the cave that allow light from outside to penetrate naturally. The magnetic field energy in the cave feels very strong! There is a lake next to the parking lot. There are several pavilions and pagodas in the lake. The trees next to it are tied with red ribbons for praying for blessings and making wishes. There is also a lush Bodhi tree at the entrance of the temple, which is particularly beautiful under the sunlight. Before entering Donghua Temple, I felt pleasantly surprised and filled with joy just by looking at the periphery. #Shaoguan #Donghua Temple #Guanyin Temple #Guanyin Cave

📍Hotel Introduction Located in Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, adjacent to the Danxia Mountain range, this hot spring hotel stands out with its unique design: the hot spring pools are built into the mountainside, each surrounded by lush forests. The hotel lobby offers a stunning 360° mountain view! 🌟Hotel Highlights The "Stargazing Hot Spring Zone" opens exclusively after 8 PM nightly—don’t miss this Instagram-worthy experience! Guests can also book the "Hakka Herbal Bath" in advance at the front desk, freshly prepared by local herb gatherers! The water park, a must-visit for kids in summer, is now officially open! The hotel also features themed family rooms with slides, private hot spring pools, and more! 🌟Local Cuisine • "Waterfront Farmhouse" in Wantou Village: Signature dish "Duck Braised with River Snails." Dine with your feet dipped in the cool stream—perfect for summer! • "Red Yeast Tofu" freshly ground by the "Tofu Beauty" of Zhangshi Town. • "Mountain Stream Fish Feast" in Luokeng: Try "Spicy Salted Bee Pupae," and after dinner, the host will take guests to the stream for a "River Snail Catching" experience! 🌟Nearby Attractions ✅Luokang Grand Grassland (30-minute drive) Beyond photos, experience "Grassland Beekeeping" (wear protective gear and harvest honey yourself)! Deep in the grassland lies the "Crocodile Lizard Wetland" (habitat of a nationally protected species)—accessible only with a guide. ✅Zhangshi Golden Trumpet Tree Valley (20-minute drive) Every March, thousands of golden trumpet trees bloom, creating a viral photo spot. Local vendors sell "Trumpet Flower Tea" (dried petals + honey) under the trees. ✅Fengwan Mini Guilin (50-minute drive) Karst rice fields: Most picturesque at dawn with mist. Rent a bamboo raft "Breakfast Boat" (enjoy firewood-cooked porridge while drifting). Cave exploration: Visit the "Karst Cave near Maba Man Ruins" (partially unexplored—bring a flashlight; the entrance features Stone Age carvings).

📍Detailed address: Madun Village, Longxian Town, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province 🕙Opening hours: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM 👍Most recommended: 21°C cold spring ecological pool: 10,000m² super large cold spring pool, 0.5–1.5m shallow water area, super safe to bring your kids, crystal clear water, all natural spring water Water park & wave pool: Super fun slides and a super exciting wave pool! 📝Tips: Bring water shoes, the bottom of the pool has pebbles Apply sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are essential. Arrive before 10:00 AM on weekends to have the whole "glass water" area to yourself. Protect the environment and take care of this treasure land together. 🚉Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Shaoguan Station and take a taxi to the entrance of the scenic spot.

Hey everyone, I recently visited the Shaoguan Jiahua Banxi Hot Spring Hotel and was thoroughly rejuvenated! 📍Hotel Location Nestled in a tranquil area of Shaoguan, surrounded by mountains, with air filled with nature's sweetness. Escaping from the city to here feels like stumbling upon a paradise, isolated from all hustle and bustle. 🛁The decor is very Jiahua-style, luxurious and grand. The rooms are spacious, and everything in the hotel is excellent. The balcony hot tub is large enough for someone 170cm tall to lie down completely. I quite like this type of tub as it doesn't hide dirt in corners. Unlimited hot spring water flows directly to your room, and soaking in your private room feels much better than in the public areas. 🎮Indoor Arcade: Dopamine happiness with nearly 200m² of indoor arcade games where you can fully enjoy the gaming paradise and unleash your child's gaming talent. 💦Water Park Splash Celebration: A large interactive water fortress covering nearly 400m², offering water and land attractions, exciting fun, unlimited freedom, and endless joy. ✅Huge Indoor Temperature-Controlled Swimming Pool: Located on the hotel's first floor, covering 230m², the pool temperature is maintained at 26°C-28°C year-round, allowing you to swim freely anytime. 🛝Valley Children's Playground: A themed entertainment facility combining slides, water buckets, climbing, interactive water play, and various other entertainment facilities. ♨️Overall, I'm very satisfied with the trip. Traveling when there aren't many tourists makes for a better experience! I really dislike crowded places.

In early winter in Guangdong, the "Jiiahua Hotels & Resorts" welcomes a new member amidst the winter atmosphere: "Shaoguan Jiiahua Banxi Hot Spring Hotel." Today, the trial operation ceremony of "Shaoguan Jiiahua Banxi Hot Spring Hotel" was grandly held, welcoming 400 guests to witness this festive moment 🎉🎉🎉 Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, has a warm and humid climate and abundant rainfall, which is very suitable for orchid growth, so it is known as the "Hometown of Chinese Orchids." The hotel is located in the Meiquan Valley base in Banxi Village, Bazai Town, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, which has abundant underground hot spring water resources. It is surrounded by lush mountains and forests, adjacent to the national ecological forest reserve, and is in the same area as the "Guangdong North Oxygen Bar". It has abundant negative oxygen ion resources and highlights the "tranquility" of the project environment. At the same time, the local hot spring resources are abundant and have a long history of bathing. The hotel is located in the Banxi hot spring area, with sufficient water volume and high-quality water sources 🌲🌲🌲 The hotel is a hot spring resort hotel built according to five-star standards. It has more than 300 luxury hot spring rooms and family rooms. All rooms are equipped with Simmons bedding, high-end cotton fabrics, high-definition large-screen TVs, electric curtains, Wi-Fi, and intelligent room control equipment. The hotel has complete facilities and advanced equipment, including a pillar-free grand ballroom that can accommodate more than 2,000 people for meetings, Chinese, Western, and Japanese specialty restaurants, a supreme panoramic lobby bar, a valley chapel, elegantly decorated chess and card rooms, KTV, and SPA hydrotherapy, which can meet various vacation and business gathering needs 🎤🎤🎤 The hotel makes full use of the local hot spring resources and is committed to designing multi-scene hot spring experiences. It has more than 50 indoor and outdoor hot spring pools, including: indoor hot spring pools, outdoor stacked pools, rock cave hot spring pools, etc. Guests can immerse themselves in a variety of unique pools and enjoy the relaxation and pleasure brought by the continuous hot springs ♨️♨️♨️ The hotel also has a large children's water interactive park, an infinity pool, an indoor heated swimming pool, a happy children's pool, a health and wellness function room, and other indoor and outdoor amusement venues. Breathing oxygen in the forest is like a dream, healthy and joyful 🏊🏻‍♂️🏊🏻‍♂️🏊🏻‍♂️ "Shaoguan Jiiahua Banxi Hot Spring Hotel" has natural ecological advantages and geographical features, and follows the health concept of conforming to the laws of nature and harmony between man and nature, aiming to provide guests with a natural, comfortable, pleasant, colorful, healthy, and wellness vacation experience 🧘🏻‍♂️🧘🏻‍♂️🧘🏻‍♂️ The hotel is decorated with lanterns and colorful flags, filled with a festive atmosphere. Entering from the hotel gatehouse, there is a festive scene along the way. Welcome light pole flags for the trial operation celebration are hung on both sides of the road, and festive balloons are flying in the sky. Walking to the main entrance of the hotel lobby, the scene has been arranged into a magnificent and enthusiastic viewing area and stage, and the welcome area is filled with congratulatory flower baskets from guests from all directions. The hotel lobby is crowded with people, the welcome reception offers a wide variety of colorful foods, and bands and flash mobs take turns performing wonderfully 🤹‍♂️🤹‍♂️🤹‍♂️

♨️ Big data must have pushed me to people who want to travel to Shaoguan!! 🥳 Get away from the city and breathe in the fresh air It feels like the "Northern Guangdong Oxygen Bar" Collect city fragments and experience the mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas This May Day, return with a heart full of joy 📍 Jiahe Banxi Hotspring Hotel, Shaoguan Enjoy one-stop accommodation, gourmet food, and nearby excursions. Set off now and enjoy a carefree May Day trip! The hotel lobby is very spacious The 270° mountain view lobby bar is beautiful 📸 Perfect for taking photos There's also a children's playroom and various electronic games 🎮 ☑️ Mountainside Hot Spring Room: The garden view room has a balcony and a private hot spring pool, equipped with high-end smart door locks and voice control systems, an oversized bathtub, and electronically controlled atomized glass ☑️ Family Room: Enter a fairytale dream and let your child fall asleep in a world full of imagination Recreational activities: Indoor arcade 🎮 Water park splashing carnival 🌊 Large indoor swimming pool 🏊 Children's play area in the spring valley 📅 Themed events are also launched during the May Day holiday! Event time: 14:00-16:00, May 1-4 Event location: Hotel lobby 1️⃣ Handmade DIY with your children 👋 2️⃣ Sichuan Opera face-changing, experience the charm of national quintessence 🎭 3️⃣ Magic show, enter a fantasy world 4️⃣ Plant care, get a free blind box of plants upon arrival, and after successful cultivation, exchange it with a photo for a 15% discount on your next stay 5️⃣ Market fair, with handicrafts, food, and other goodies 6️⃣ Blind box ring toss, with small gifts, coupons, and other offers 7️⃣ Dance performance, enjoy the wonderful performance of beautiful dancers 8️⃣ Bonfire party, ignite fun and passion on the lawn 🔥

#Mainland Travel #Thousand-year-old Temple ✨The Donghua Temple in Donghua Mountain, Wengyuan, Shaoguan has a history of 1,600 years. The temple is built on the mountain and has a beautiful environment. It is the largest temple in Guangdong. It is a Zen Buddhist temple. It is said that Donghua came first and then Nanhua. Donghua is the right way and Nanhua is the Dharma. Picture 2 is the largest jade Guanyin in the world. It is a good way to pray for blessings in spring. If you are sincere, your wish will come true. 🎫Tickets: Free ⏰Opening hours: 07:00-18:00 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself. Just navigate to "Donghua Temple". There is a free parking lot at the door. .

Donghua Temple is located east of Wengyuan County in Guangdong. While enjoying the cherry blossoms in Shaoguan, I took the opportunity to visit this temple for meditation, blessings, and to explore the local scenery. In recent years, Donghua Temple has attracted many meditation enthusiasts by offering free "Donghua Chan" meditation classes. This has generated considerable social influence, increasing the temple's fame throughout Guangdong. Upon arrival, I was surprised by the temple's sheer size and magnificent architecture. The large parking lot outside is a testament to its popularity. Several smaller temples, dedicated to traditional Chinese religious customs, are lined up in the square. These include the God of Wealth Temple, City God Temple, and the Hall of the Year God, all attracting many people seeking blessings. In front of the archway, several ancient trees stand tall, including a 900-year-old autumn maple known as the Donghua Tree God. Passing through the archway, I reached the temple's main gate and the Hall of the Three Gates. Stepping inside, I entered the temple grounds, where grand halls rise tier upon tier, following the mountain's contours. Each building exudes an air of majesty and solemnity. The adjacent cliff face is dotted with caves of varying sizes, each housing golden Buddha statues. A giant red character for "Buddha" dominates the central cave, creating a spectacular sight. Following the road and steps to the hillside where the caves are located, I found a cave beneath the cliff called the Three Sages Cave. Legend has it that in 502 AD, the first year of Emperor Wu of Liang's reign in the Southern Dynasty, the Indian monk and Tripitaka Master Zhiyao traveled north from Guangzhou by water. Passing this area, he was struck by the mountain's spiritual energy and entered the cave to cultivate his practice, building a thatched hut called Lingjiu. This was the precursor to Donghua Temple, dating back over a thousand years. In the first year of the Longshuo era of the Tang Dynasty, the Sixth Patriarch Huineng, after receiving the robe and bowl from Hongren in Huangmei, Hubei, fled back to Lingnan. Legend says he also practiced here, renaming Lingjiu Temple to Donghua Temple. Hence, the local saying, "First Donghua, then Nanhua; enlightenment at Donghua, Dharma propagation at Nanhua." Donghua Temple's revival began in 1997 when Master Wanxing, born in Suizhou, Hubei, decided to restore the temple after three years of seclusion here, rekindling the flame of Chan Buddhism. His Donghua Chan, upholding the philosophy of "Humanistic Buddhism," has gained widespread acceptance through meditation activities, contributing to Donghua Temple's current prosperity. Descending the mountain road along the cliff, I noticed numerous boulders inscribed with verses written by Master Wanxing himself, such as "Emptiness Reveals Zen" and "Boundless Vows and Practice." Reflecting on these words, I found them to be deeply meaningful.

📍Shaoguan Wengyuan Forest Oxygen Bar | Family Water Play | Summer Camping | Natural Mineral Spring --- 🔥Highlights 1️⃣ 21℃ constant temperature cold spring The underground spring gushes all year round. The water is as clear as "glass water" and rich in minerals such as carbonate ions and sodium ions. It can be drunk and used for bathing! In summer, soaking in hot springs can instantly reduce the temperature by 10℃, which is more comfortable than living in an air-conditioned room. 2️⃣ Double the fun of water play combination - Forest Cold Spring Swimming Pool: The water is 0.5-2 meters deep, and the pebble bottom is comfortable for swimming, diving, and underwater photography - Giant wave pool: 3-meter artificial waves, you can surf and scream without going to the beach🌊 - Family Water Park: Rainbow slides, bubble pools, water gun battles, a whole day of fun for your kids 3️⃣ New experience of forest vacation ✔️ Starry sky camping in tent camp ✔️ Tea picking experience at the source of cold springs ✔️ Local product street shopping Night light show + open-air barbecue, the atmosphere is perfect! --- 🗺️Classic route recommendation DAY1 Deep water play at Cold Spring Beach 09:00 Check in at the Forest Pool "Glass Water" 📸 → 11:00 Surfing challenge at the Wave Pool → 12:30 Eat cold spring sashimi + watercress soup at the scenic area restaurant 14:00 Family water fight → 16:00 Hike to explore the source of the cold spring → 18:30 Camping, barbecue and stargazing DAY2 Surrounding cultural tour 🚗 Donghua Temple: Pray for blessings in the thousand-year-old temple and taste Zen orchid tea 🎨 Tu Zhiwei Art Museum: See the world of light and shadow created by the oil painting master 🏯 Huxinba Hakka Walled House: Wear Hanfu to take ancient style photos and experience making glutinous rice cakes --- 🚗Transportation Guide ✅ Self-driving: about 2.5 hours from Guangzhou/Shenzhen, the scenic area’s free parking lot can accommodate thousands of cars ✅ High-speed rail: Shaoguan Station/Wengyuan Station, 40 minutes by taxi, it is recommended to book a ride in advance --- 🍜Must-eat food list - Three specialties of Lengquan: Watercress with Lengquan water (sweet and pure), Slimming fish with Lengquan water (steamed without ginger), and Mountain snail stuffed with tofu - Hidden menu: Rice field duck five ways, bamboo tube rice, scenic area restaurant 50 yuan per person full --- 💡Travel Tips 🌟 Best time: June to September when the water volume is the highest, it is recommended to play in the water in the afternoon (the water temperature is more comfortable) 📸 Filming locations: Overhead shots of the stone steps at the source of the cold spring, the rainbow bridge at the wave pool, and the starry sky tent at the camping area ⚠️ Note: Bring your Mainland China ID card! It is recommended to choose bright-colored swimsuits for better underwater photos --- 🏷️Recommended set menu 🔥 Hot sale: Adult ticket + bamboo raft + camping spot = 118 yuan/person (original price 158) 👨👩👧 Family package: 2 adults and 1 child playing in the water + homestay = 398 yuan (with cold spring fish experience coupon) 📌Click the location to book now → Unlock the 21℃ summer hidden by Guangdong people! --- 🔍More things to do in Wengyuan: Orchid base study | Sanhua plum picking | Hakka tea experience

Donghua Temple, an ancient Zen temple located in Longxian Town, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province, attracts countless tourists and believers to visit with its long history, solemn architecture and profound cultural heritage. The temple was first built in the first year of the founding of the Southern Dynasty Liang Wudi (502 AD). After experiencing ups and downs, it was rebuilt in 1997. Its architectural style combines the characteristics of Ming and Qing Dynasties with Lingnan, and is simple, elegant and unique. The main buildings in the temple include the mountain gate, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Main Hall, the Dharma Hall, etc. Each building contains rich historical and cultural connotations. When visiting Donghua Temple, tourists are advised to learn about the temple’s history and cultural background in advance so as to better experience the temple’s solemnity and tranquility. When you enter the Zen temple, the first thing that catches your eye is the solemn mountain gate, followed by the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Main Hall and other buildings. Each one is worth careful appreciation. In addition to visiting the buildings, visitors can also participate in the Zen meditation activities in the temple. Under the guidance of a Zen master, learn Zen sitting and meditation, relax your body and mind, and feel inner peace and harmony. In addition, the Zen temple also provides vegetarian meals, where visitors can experience the vegetarian culture of eating without talking and feel a different kind of tranquility and harmony. In terms of visiting time, tourists are advised to set aside at least half a day to fully experience the charm of the Zen temple. If you have enough time, you can also choose to stay in the Zen temple for a night and experience the Zen meditation life with morning bells and evening drums. #2月好地方2025

Donghua Chan Temple | Shaoguan | Originally built during the Southern Liang Dynasty
The Sixth Patriarch of Chan Buddhism, Huineng, returned south after inheriting the robe and bowl from the Fifth Patriarch.
He passed through this temple and practiced in seclusion, changing its name from Lingjiu Temple to Donghua Chan Temple.
It flourished during the Tang and Song Dynasties, but was destroyed in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
The temple's cherry blossoms are in full bloom.🌸
It was such a coincidence to meet the elephant abbot!🥳

The most unpopular place in Guangdong I have been to, I'm afraid it's hot🔥|||Family, in Guangdong! This thousand-year-old temple hidden in the mountains can't be hidden anymore! Here you can 0💰 clean repair prayer.🧧 Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax your body and mind You can also encounter the beautiful sea of ​​​​cherry blossoms🌸 The key is 0 tickets, fasting, accommodation, incense, parking, through 🆓 It's really too much of a treasure 📍Donghua Zen Temple, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province 🚗Driving: Pearl River Delta region, 2 hours + reach 🚄Public transportation: Shaoguan HSR Station → Longxian Passenger Terminal → 15 minutes by car 🌸Playing Experience: ⛩️Millennium Ancient Temple: This ancient temple, hidden in the mountains of Wengyuan County, Shaoguan, has a history of 1600 years. The ancient charm precipitated by the years can be truly felt as soon as you step into it 🌸Cherry Blossom Sea: Now March is just in time to catch up with the cherry blossom season, it's so beautiful that there are about 3000 cherry blossoms in the temple, the pink petals gently sway in the breeze, and the antique glazed tiles complement each other,📸 The atmosphere is full ~ 🙌Clean life: You can participate in morning lessons, copy scriptures, meditate, listen to the melodious sound of temple bells and recite scriptures, feel the inner tranquility and beauty, throw all worries out of the sky ~ 🍵 Zen Tea Culture: The ancient temple also has its own Buddhist tea garden, you can go to the tea garden to pick tea and make tea, DIY your own unique tea bag, touch the temperature of Zen tea at your fingertips, find inner tranquility in the fragrance of tea 💡Volunteer Opportunity: Here 🆓 provides 3 days accommodation: Accommodation directly to the living room to hang orders (registration), want to stay a few more days can still stay as a volunteer (20 - 60 years old) experience a different life ~ 📅Clean life: • 4:30 Morning Lesson: Kick off the day of tranquility by chanting with the guru • 6:00 Early fasting: no words to eat, and there is a dining room 🍴 etiquette, full of ceremony • 7:00 Out on the slope: Experience farming life, spring is a great season for sowing • 11:00 Luncheon: Hearty fasting meals with separate meals for men and women • 12:00-14:00 Master’s Discourse: Talk to the Master and reap the harvest • 17:00 Evening Fasting: Simple dinner • 19:00 Meditation: Master meditates together 🧘‍♀️ • 21:30 Rest: Go to bed early and get up early, regular schedule This spring, promise me, I must come here to feel the charm of the thousand-year-old temple and the romance of cherry blossoms, and give my mind a holiday💕

In Shaoguan, Guangdong, I found the ceiling of the Guangdong Temple ⛩️, which has a history of more than 1,600 years. It has the largest area in the province and has a strong Zen cultural atmosphere. I stayed here for two days and it met all my expectations for the temple. . Such a small and culturally rich place, Food, accommodation, tickets, and parking are all donated 🆓 at will, It is really suitable for visiting and praying with family during the holidays. . 📝 Tour route: Archway➠ Sanmen Hall➠ Daxiong Hall➠ Yifo Hall➠ Longfeng Square➠ Zhengjue Hall➠ Yaoshi Hall➠ Calligraphy and Painting Academy➠ Donghua Buddhist Caves--Luohan Forest--Archiway . 🧘🏻‍♂️Daily schedule: (You can participate flexibly according to your own travel time) 4:30 morning class--6:00 dining hall breakfast--7:00 working experience--9:00 temple cultural experience--11:00 dining hall lunch--12:00 master's teaching--19:00 meditation practice . This time happened to be the tea picking season of Donghua Zen Temple, and I experienced the joy of picking tea in the mountains with my family. In addition, the park also has a special Zen tea experience area and handmade area, where you can taste good tea 🍵 and DIY your own tea bag, which is very interesting ~ . ‼ ️Tips for the trip: 1️⃣ Accommodation is optional, no reservation is required in advance, men and women do not live together, the room can accommodate three to five people, you need to bring your own toiletries, and you can stay for up to three days. If you want to stay longer, you have to work and volunteer in the temple. 2️⃣ Vegetarian meals are available upon request. You need to arrive in advance to make a reservation. No one will be served after the time limit. Men and women need to sit separately. When eating vegetarian meals, you need to keep silent and not waste food. 3️⃣ Parking is free, there are many parking spaces, and there are charging stations. It is recommended to drive there for more convenient travel. 4️⃣Free filming, no entrance fee, the colorful and magnificent temple architecture looks beautiful no matter how you take pictures! 5️⃣There are three free incense sticks in the temple, so you don’t need to bring your own. 📍Donghua Temple, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province

Perfect for enjoying a warm hot spring bath on the balcony with your crush. The exhaustion from a busy day melts away instantly~ The room is spacious and bright, equipped with DeRUCCI bedding + a small sofa. There's also a large bathtub in the room for a relaxing soak 🛀 so thoughtful✌️ The hotel's valley hot springs ♨️ boast over 50 different pools, Rich in negative oxygen ions and minerals‼️ Authentic and worthwhile. ✔️Indoor hot spring pools ✔️Open-air terraced pools ✔️Cave hot spring pools ✔️Unique suspended infinity pool ✔️Indoor heated pool ✔️Fun children's pool There's also a gym, billiards, ping pong, chess and card room, KTV… A variety of entertainment and leisure activities 💯 very nice. We chose the Peak View Western Restaurant 🍴 for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The buffet restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes 👍 and the taste is great. There are Alaskan king crab legs 🦀️ oysters 🦪 steak 🥩 roast suckling pig 🐖 Mussels, salmon, various sashimi and other high-end seafood 🤤 Plus various fruits 🍉 drinks 🥤 desserts 🍮 candies 🍬 ice cream 🍦 You can enjoy a variety of Chinese and Western cuisines in one go 😌 so satisfying.

2.26 live broadcast 🌸 in Guangdong! I was moved to tears by the beauty of the cherry blossoms all over the mountain|||Shaoguan’s largest cherry blossom garden is finally in full bloom! Currently, pink, purple and white cherry blossoms have gathered🌸 ⏰Expected to last until early March! Only 2 weeks left to view! If you want to go to see the flowers, go as early as possible! A flower viewing guide has been compiled Lie down and enjoy the flowers this week! Pick a good weather and go! : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

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🚩Donghua Chan Temple in Wengyuan, Shaoguan: An excellent choice for a spiritual journey In Shaoguan, if you are looking for a tourist destination that is rich in history and culture, and can bring peace and nourishment to your soul, then Donghua Chan Temple in Wengyuan is definitely not to be missed. It is free and open to the public, no reservation is required, and its unique charm is worth visiting again and again. 📿Overview of the Temple and Visiting Routes Donghua Chan Temple covers a vast area and offers visitors a variety of tour routes. Central Axis Route: Starting from the parking lot, the first thing you will see is the Wenshu Square. Walk along the Chengfo Avenue, passing by the Shanmen Hall, the Mahavira Hall Square, the Family Precepts Square, and the Prayer Square, and finally stroll along the Sakura Avenue to explore the Three Saints Cave and the Lucky Cave. Right Route: This route will take you through the Arhat Forest and the Sakura Forest, first to the Three Saints Cave and the Lucky Cave, and then along the Sakura Avenue to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Left Route: Starting from Sakura Avenue, explore the Lucky Cave and the Three Saints Cave, and finally visit the Arhat Forest. No matter which route you choose, you can appreciate the unique scenery and profound cultural heritage of Donghua Chan Temple. 📸Highlights Nine-Bend Lake Pavilion: The lake is crystal clear, with koi and turtles swimming leisurely in the water. You can buy fish food on-site and enjoy interacting with these creatures. A pack of fish food for 10 yuan can bring you a joyful time. Arhat Hall: The giant dragon and phoenix statues outside the hall are awe-inspiring and magnificent. Inside the hall, hundreds of Buddha statues are enshrined, creating a solemn and respectful atmosphere. Donghua Buddha Grotto: This is a super stunning sight. The 26-meter-high character "Buddha" in the center of the grotto is particularly eye-catching. More than 300 golden Buddha statues of different sizes sit inside the grotto, creating a solemn and grand atmosphere, making you feel like you are in a Buddhist wonderland. Mahavira Hall: As the main building of the temple, it enshrines statues of Sakyamuni Buddha and other Buddhas. Here, you can pray devoutly, make good wishes, and feel inner peace and tranquility. Zhengjue Hall: Its design is inspired by the Yellow Crane Tower and the Tengwang Pavilion, making it unique. The Arhat Hall on the second floor of Zhengjue Hall enshrines 500 Arhats, the third floor is the National Blessing Hall, and the fourth floor is the Patriotic Hall. Family Precepts Square: The twelve zodiac statues are placed on the square, and the words "Learn Buddhism, Be a Good Person" on the wall are particularly striking, conveying a profound philosophy of life. ⚠️Visiting Notes During your visit, please respect the beliefs and customs of the temple. Do not touch or damage cultural relics and buildings, keep quiet, and do not make loud noises to maintain the solemnity and tranquility of the temple. 🚌Transportation and Opening Hours Donghua Chan Temple is located in Donghua Mountain Scenic Area, Longxian Town, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province. There is a parking lot at the entrance of the temple for visitors to park for free. Opening hours are from 06:00 to 18:00, Monday to Sunday. You can enjoy this spiritual journey according to your own schedule. 🍜Nearby Attractions and Food Recommendations If you have enough time, you can also visit other attractions around Wengyuan. For example, the beautiful Wengyuan Orchid Base, where you can admire the delicate beauty of various rare orchids; or visit the Tu Zhiwei Art Museum to experience the charm of art. In terms of food, Wengyuan also has many specialties worth tasting. Wengyuan's stuffed tofu is tender and delicious, with a rich bean aroma; Zhoupi pork is tender and not greasy; and the delicious Jiangwei rice noodles are smooth and chewy. Donghua Chan Temple is not only a time-honored Buddhist sanctuary but also a good place to relax and reflect on life. Whether you are pursuing history and culture or seeking inner peace, Donghua Chan Temple can meet your needs.

📍When it comes to temples in Shaoguan, most people think of Nanhua Zen Temple and Yunmen Temple! In recent years, Donghua Zen Temple in Wengyuan has become known for its cherry blossoms and beautiful architecture. 🌸Donghua Zen Temple cherry blossom season: mid-January to early March 🏯Donghua Zen Temple has a history of 1,600 years and is a must-visit temple for blessings! As soon as you enter the temple, you will be attracted by the Tang and Song style architecture! Every corner exudes an ancient charm. Yellow walls and blue tiles, with a blue undertone to the temple architecture! The photos are stunning, grand, and impressive🎊 📍Check-in guide 🎫Tickets: 🆓 🅿️Parking lot: 🆓, with electric car charging piles 🆓Three sticks of incense are provided, and incense, candles, and firecrackers are not allowed in the temple. 🥙Vegetarian meal: 🆓 (no 🆓 meals and accommodation for three days) Lunch is at 11:30 am, and dinner is at 5:30 pm. (Wuguan Hall serves vegetarian meals, located at the highest point of the temple to the right of Zizai Hall; Tianshi Hall serves vegetarian noodles, located to the right of the archway) ㊗️There are places for blessings on both sides of the Donghua Zen Temple archway (Chenghuang Temple, Yue Lao Hall, Tudi Temple, Caishen Hall, and Tai Sui Hall) ✅Stamp tips: 🉐Collect 9 dragon or 12 hall stamps to get an "I Love Buddha" badge (stamps are available at the circulation office)📸Take photos or videos of the stamps with the location "Donghua Zen Temple" and post them on social media to get a cultural gift. 🎁Gift collection point: Volunteer Department 📍Stamp check-in route 👉Baopen Store➡️Chenghuang Temple➡️Yue Lao Hall➡️Tudi Temple➡️Caishen Hall➡️Jixiang Teahouse➡️No. 5 Store➡️Tai Sui Hall➡️Daxiong Hall➡️Yifo Hall➡️Guest Hall➡️Volunteer Department➡️Two Courtyards Office➡️Huguo Jixiang Hall➡️Medicine Buddha Hall➡️Zhengjue Hall➡️Calligraphy and Painting Academy 🉐There are 79 event stamps in total, including 12 special hall buildings, 9 dragons, 12 Donghua elements, and 45 blessing words. 🙏Burn incense and pray, slowly tell your wishes, quietly ask for your way home, believe that everything is arranged for the best, and may all our wishes come true🙏 ⚠️Please dress appropriately, keep quiet, and respect beliefs when visiting temples.

Donghua Zen Temple is like a tranquil pearl, set apart from the hustle and bustle of the world. As you step into the temple, a solemn and majestic atmosphere greets you. The temple's architecture is grand and magnificent, with flying eaves and painted beams, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and profound cultural heritage. Inside the Mahavira Hall, the Buddha statues are solemn and compassionate, with incense smoke curling up. In this tranquil space, people's hearts seem to be purified, and the troubles of the world gradually dissipate. The temple's courtyard is serene and peaceful, with ancient cypress trees towering and flowers and plants flourishing. As the breeze blows, the leaves rustle, as if whispering the wisdom of Buddhism. The monks of Donghua Zen Temple adhere to the belief of practice, living a simple and regular life. Their chanting, bell ringing, and wooden fish sounds echo in the temple, conveying peace and tranquility. Here, it is both a pure land for practitioners and a spiritual home for tourists seeking inner peace. At Donghua Zen Temple, people can temporarily put aside worldly distractions, feel the compassion and wisdom of Buddhism, and let their hearts be baptized and nourished.

✨ Today, I visited the charming Donghua Zen Temple 😃. The architecture here is simple and elegant 🏯, as if every corner tells a story of time. Strolling through the temple, I felt a sense of tranquility and peace 🌳, which greatly comforted my soul 💕. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, creating a beautiful interplay of light and shadow 😍. I love places like this that allow people to calm down 🌈. It's really great 👍.

Who understands me! There is such a fairy temple hidden in Guangdong, and I really love it. I can't get enough of it! It's this super large and free temple - Donghua Zen Temple, it's really amazing! This photo was taken with my phone on February 5, 2025, and the effect is as beautiful as seeing it with my own eyes. Here, you can visit the thousand-year-old temple for free and encounter a romantic sea of cherry blossoms. It's a surprise for everyone at the beginning of 2025, and it's a super healing temple hidden by the people of Guangdong. Moreover, tickets, parking, vegetarian meals, accommodation, and incense are all free! This ancient temple is 1,600 years old, hidden in the mountains, with glazed tiles and about 1,000 cherry blossoms all over the mountains. Now is the best time to see them. The master in the temple said, "This place only accepts restless hearts," which is really Zen. You can also experience the cyber chanting exclusive to workers here. At 6 am, you can follow the master to the morning class. When copying the scriptures, the cherry blossom petals outside the window float into the inkstone, and you feel your soul is purified. In the afternoon, you can meditate and listen to the sound of copper bells and mountain winds, like listening to a wonderful duet. Even the Wi-Fi in the temple is very Buddhist, and sending messages feels like a "merit +1" mode. Speaking of food, there are many delicacies in Shaoguan Wengyuan. For example, Zhoubei rice dumplings are made of rice flour and filled with various fillings, which are soft and chewy. There are also Wengyuan Sanhua plums, which are sweet and sour, and juicy when you take a bite. Although there are no fresh Sanhua plums this season, you can try the preserved fruit made from them. If you want to play around, Wengyuan's Youlan Valley Scenic Area is very good, with a large sea of flowers and beautiful scenery. If you want to go to Donghua Zen Temple, it is located in Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City. If you start from the Pearl River Delta, you can drive by yourself, navigate directly to "Donghua Zen Temple," and it will take about 2.5 hours. If you take the high-speed train, go to Shaoguan Station first, then take the bus to Longxian Bus Station, and then take a taxi for about 15 minutes. There are also some things to pay attention to when visiting the temple. Keep quiet and don't make loud noises. When entering the main hall of the temple, remember to enter from the doors on both sides, not from the middle door. Also, respect the rules of the temple and the living habits of the monks, so that you can have a perfect temple trip. The cherry blossom season is only seven days, but the Zen here is always there. This spring, you must come to Donghua Zen Temple for a beautiful cherry blossom encounter. I will update more guides on taking photos and viewing cherry blossoms in Donghua Zen Temple, so stay tuned!

Photos taken on Feb 5, 2025, with a mobile phone, Live Photos! Free admission to a thousand-year-old temple and a sea of cherry blossoms - a great start to 2025! A temple in Guangdong that is a hidden gem for healing... Free admission, parking, vegetarian meals, accommodation, and incense! - A 1,600-year-old temple hidden in the mountains The glazed tiles reflect the cherry blossoms on the mountain, about 1,000 trees, now in full bloom The master said, "Only restless hearts are accepted here." 🌸 A cyber sutra experience for workers ✔️ 6:00 am morning class with the master ✔️ Cherry blossoms fall into the inkstone when copying sutras ✔️ Meditate in the afternoon and listen to the duet of copper bells and mountain winds ✔️ Even the Wi-Fi in the temple is Zen! Messages instantly become "merit +1" mode ▪️ Location: Donghua Zen Temple (Wengyuan County, Shaoguan City) ▪️ Transportation: Drive from the Pearl River Delta, navigate to "Donghua Zen Temple", 2.5 hours ▪️ High-speed rail: Shaoguan Station ➠ Bus to Longxian Bus Station ➠ Taxi 15 min ▪️ Admission: Free Cherry blossoms last for seven days, Zen lasts forever This spring, you must come to Donghua Temple For a beautiful encounter with cherry blossoms _ More Donghua Zen Temple photography and cherry blossom viewing tips coming soon!

Donghua Zen Temple is located in Wengyuan County, Shaoguan, Guangdong. The cherry blossoms in the temple are in full bloom, with clusters of pink flowers scattered throughout the temple gardens. The originally quiet Zen temple has become a popular destination for spring outings and flower viewing. Donghua Zen Temple is located in the Donghua Mountain Scenic Area, a national 4A-level scenic area (free admission). The scenic area is known for its beautiful scenery and unique rock formations, including Wuzhi Mountain, Bijia Mountain, Lingjing Mountain, Wofu Mountain, Shizi Mountain, Luotuo Mountain, Xiangbi Mountain, Yumi Peak, and Tianwang Stone. It is a popular religious tourist destination in Guangdong Province. 📍Address: Donghua Zen Temple, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan, Guangdong 🎫Tickets: Free ⏰Opening hours: 07:00–18:00 🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to "Donghua Zen Temple." There is a free parking lot at the entrance. 🏮Activities during the Lunar New Year ✨January 29: On the first day of the first lunar month, a Zhaitian Dharma Assembly is held to offer vegetarian food to the Three Jewels of Buddhism and the holy beings of the heavens, praying for peace, happiness, good fortune, and auspiciousness. ✨February 2: On the fifth day of the first lunar month, a traditional Chinese folk custom of welcoming the God of Wealth is held, praying for wealth and prosperity. ✨February 5: On the eighth day of the first lunar month, a Buddhist blessing ceremony is held, praying for oneself and one's family to eliminate disasters and receive blessings, and for good fortune and peace. ✨February 12: On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, a Buddhist blessing ceremony is held for the Lantern Festival, praying for family happiness, completeness, auspiciousness, and smoothness in all things. ✨February 23: On the twenty-sixth day of the first lunar month, a traditional Chinese folk custom of opening the treasury of Guanyin is held, praying for business prosperity and financial success. 🌟Recommended check-in points God of Wealth Hall, Mahavira Hall, Nine-Curve Lake Pavilion, Family Style Square, Archway, World Peace and Auspiciousness Pagoda, Yifo Hall, Tai Sui Hall, Cultural Museum, Zhengjue Hall, Zizai Hall, and Calligraphy and Painting Institute. In addition, Donghua Temple is a great place to view cherry blossoms before and after the Lunar New Year! The pink flowers bloom on the branches, swaying slightly in the wind. If you come here to pray for blessings, be sure to check out the cherry blossoms!

3-Day Shaoguan Tour: Explore the City Without Missing a Thing! This super practical guide will help you explore Shaoguan with ease. Save it now! -- 🛣️ Itinerary: Day 1: Lingnan Red Leaf World - Donghua Zen Temple - Century-old East Street Stroll through the Red Leaf World and enjoy the autumn vibes 🍁. Then visit the ancient Donghua Zen Temple and experience Zen culture 🙏. In the evening, take a walk along the historic East Street and enjoy the old street vibes 🚶‍♀️. Day 2: Lion Rock - Maozi Peak Scenic Area Explore the natural wonders of Lion Rock 🦁 and marvel at the wonders of nature. Then head to Maozi Peak to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the scenic area 🌳 and relax. Day 3: Shanjiao Zhiqing Cultural Park Visit Shanjiao Zhiqing Cultural Park 🌾 to relive the Zhiqing era, experience the youth and passion of that era, and feel the unique historical and cultural atmosphere. -- Must-visit attractions: 🌟 Maozi Peak Scenic Area 🌟 📍 Address: Maozi Peak Forest Farm, Maozi Peak Town, Nanxiong City, Guangdong Province ⏰ Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 🕰️ Duration: 1 day This is the kingdom of ginkgo in late autumn. Every autumn, the forest is dyed in layers of golden yellow, and the scenery is as beautiful as Jiuzhaigou. ✨ Century-old East Street ✨ 📍 Address: No. 24-3, Dongdi Middle Road, Zhenjiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province ⏰ Opening hours: All day 🕰️ Duration: 2-3 hours Stroll along this century-old Nanyang arcade street and feel like you've traveled back in time. The elegant buildings exude a prosperous charm. 🦁 Lion Rock 🦁 📍 Address: No. 3, Shiyan Road, Maba Town, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province ⏰ Opening hours: 8:00-17:30 🕰️ Duration: 2 hours Here you can see rocks that look like sleeping lions and stalactites in the cave that look like dancing lions. The unique geological landscape is mesmerizing. -- Tips: - Specialty prices: Shaoguan's specialties are affordable, so feel free to buy them. For example, Shaoguan's specialty copper spoon cake is crispy and delicious! 🥞 - Customs: In Shaoguan, don't forget to experience the Nanhua Temple Fair and feel the Buddhist culture. 🙏 - Photo spots: Shaoguan has many beautiful spots for you to take photos, such as the green railway, which is very cinematic! 📸 - Food: Shaoguan has a rich variety of food. We recommend trying Shaoguan's vegetable buns, which have a unique and unforgettable taste! 🍲 -- Come to Shaoguan and enjoy the blend of nature and history. You won't regret it! Remember to like and save!

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Experience: In the morning, I was awakened by the sound of distant bells and drums, the candlelight in the main hall swayed gently, a chime broke through the quiet night sky, and the chanting sounded... The morning light sprinkled on the instep, feeling the temperature of the land, the waving tools and laughter were clean and clear... Chatting with the master under the Bodhi tree, the wind rustled the leaves, and in the blink of an eye, I suddenly felt enlightened... . 🔔Warm tips for entering the temple: 🔹Try not to wear suspenders/shorts/skirts/slippers 🔹Men step on their left feet and women step on their right feet when entering the temple and the hall🙅‍♀Do not step on the threshold 🔹Speak as softly as possible during worship🤫 🔹There are three free incense sticks in the temple, and you don’t need to bring your own incense and candles . Donghua Zen Temple

Donghua Zen Temple Donghua Zen Temple has a history of 1,600 years. It is a must-visit temple for blessings! The Tang and Song style architecture will catch your eye as soon as you enter the temple. Every corner exudes a simple and elegant charm. The yellow walls of the temple make for great photos. 🚉Transportation tips: Depart from Huizhou, Guangdong. Drive for just over 2 hours on the highway. Free admission and free parking 🅿️ Check-in route: Baopen Store - City God Temple - Matchmaker Temple - Earth God Temple - God of Wealth Temple - Jixiang Teahouse - Store No. 5 - Tai Sui Temple - Mahavira Hall - Yifo Hall - Guest Hall - Volunteer Department - Two Courtyards Office - Huguo Jixiang Hall - Medicine Buddha Hall - Zhengjue Hall - Calligraphy and Painting Institute All the surprises and good luck in the world are the result of your accumulated kindness and gentleness. A pure land, three sticks of incense, may all your wishes come true.