Scenic spot introduction:

Lingyuan Temple in Jinjiang is one of the most famous Zen forests in Quannan. It is also the place where many celebrities, monks and officials studied or died in ancient times. After going through wars and the "Cultural Revolution", the Lingyuan Temple, which has been protected and renovated many times, has become a quiet ashram for all four groups to practice together, and has become a model for displaying Buddhist culture. It is also an institution of higher learning that cultivates the qualities of Buddhist disciples, and has become a friendly place for Buddhism with foreign countries. Another important window for communication; it is also a Buddhist scenic spot on the edge of Taihu Lake in Dongshan Tourism, making it the best choice for tourists to visit history and culture.

Attractions distribution:

Lingyuan Temple is located on Lingyuan Mountain to the north of Anhai Town. It is divided into five functional areas: "one area and four gardens" with three large blocks on the left, middle and right. After entering the temple from the two mountain gates, you can visit the Tianwang Hall, Main Hall Square, Main Hall, Worship Pavilion and Hall Corridor, Sutra Building, Dharma Hall, Buddha Chanting Hall and other buildings in the central Buddhist worship area; on the left are Prajna Garden and Jingyuan; on the right There are Bodhi Garden and Yixin Garden. The temple retains the Fengxian Forever Forbidden Monument, the ancient Podocarpus pine, the Lingyuan ancient well, as well as couplets and plaques inscribed by many celebrities. There are seven pavilions on the left and right sides of the temple and near the mountain gate, including Bashang Pavilion, Tzu Chi Pavilion and Star Pavilion, which complement the temple.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 3A scenic spot

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, worship, mountain climbing, visiting ancient times, religion, historic sites, famous mountains
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

Lingyuan tea cake, "Lingshui preserved vegetables".

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Fujian Province>Quanzhou City>Jinjiang City>Anhai Town

How to get there:

Bus route: Take the Jinjiang Anhai North Line and get off at Shandou Station.

Self-driving route: In Jinjiang City, take Century Avenue and turn into X326; from other provinces and cities, take Shenhai Expressway/Quanxia Expressway to reach Jinjiang.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Lingyuan Temple ticket price:

free

Scenic area opening hours:

All day

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