Scenic spot introduction:
Lingyan Mountain in Suzhou enjoys the reputation of "Lingyan is the most beautiful in the south of the Yangtze River", "Lingyan is the most beautiful rooftop" and "the first peak in Wuzhong". The rocks are unique and the momentum is extraordinary. Ancient and modern celebrities such as Bai Juyi, Liu Yuxi, Li Shangyin, Fan Zhongyan, Wen Zhengming, Tang Yin, Kangxi, Qianlong, Tian Han, and Deng Tuo all visited Lingyan Mountain in person and left poems that have been passed down to the world. The eighteen sceneries and eighteen strange rocks in Lingyan Mountain are astonishing, and the trickling clear ponds and meandering water on the banks are beyond expectations. Every weekend, Suzhou locals like to come here to climb mountains and burn incense. It is said that praying for blessings is very effective.Attractions distribution:
Lingyan Mountain is located at the west end of Mudu Town, southwest of the urban area, about 15 kilometers away from the ancient city. Jilu Pavilion, Yingxiao Pavilion, Luohong Pavilion, Yinguang Pagoda Courtyard, Lingyan Mountain Temple, Lingyan Pagoda, Hilltop Garden, Han Shizhong Tomb, Zhang Yongfu Tomb and other scenic spots come into view one by one, and the Wuwang Well and Flower Pond remain. , Wanyuechi, Xishi Cave, palace wall, Qintai, homesickness rock, stone shooting shed and other relics. Pictographic stones such as Stone Turtle, Flying Stone, Drunken Monk Stone, etc. are scattered throughout the mountains. Their images are lifelike and full of fun. The Lingyan Peony Garden at the foot of the mountain is a popular destination in spring when the flowers are in bloom.Scenic spot features:
Leisure, mountain climbing, visiting ancient times, worship, religion, historic sites, mountains, flowersScenic spot map:
travelling guideline:
1. If you want to go directly to Lingyan Mountain Temple, you don’t need to enter Lingyan Mountain Park. You can go directly up the mountain from the park gate to the south and you can reach the gate of Lingyan Mountain Temple in 20 minutes.
2. Worship Buddha: circle the Lingyan Pagoda three times clockwise to pray, and eat plain noodles with vegetarian faces.
3. Climb up and look out: From the top of the mountain, look at Lingyan Mountain Temple and Lingyan Pagoda in the south, and Tianping Mountain in the north.
4. Flower viewing: Every year around Qingming Festival, the peonies are in full bloom in the Lingyan Peony Garden at the foot of the southeast mountain. It is suitable for taking pictures. It is not recommended to be the first choice in other seasons.
5. The east side of Lingyan Mountain is connected to Mudu Ancient Town and can be visited together.
Best time to visit:
April-November
Scenic spot map:
Scenic spot location:
China>Jiangsu Province>Suzhou City>Wuzhong District>Mudu Town
How to get there:
Bus routes: No. 43, No. 64, No. 65, No. 312, No. 446, and No. 663 can go directly to Lingyan Mountain; No. 2, No. 26, No. 505, No. 512, No. 511, No. 665, and No. 4 are at Lingyan Mountain. Get off at the first and last stations.
Self-driving route: In urban areas, take Zhuyuan Road → Lingtian Road, Youxin Interchange/Sufu Road → Zhongshan West Road; outside provinces and cities, take Sushao Expressway/City Southwest Line, from Guangfu/ Take Exit S230 from Zhishhu/S230 and drive along Sufu Road.
Scenic area map:
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Lingyan Mountain ticket price:
1. Lingyan Mountain: Free
2. Lingyan Mountain Temple: 1 yuan/person
Scenic area opening hours:
1. Lingyan Mountain: 08:00-17:00 (April to November), 08:00-16:30 (December to March)
2. Lingyan Mountain Temple: 06:30- 17:30
