Scenic spot introduction:
The Grand Guanyin Temple in Xishan, Suzhou is the oldest Guanyin Temple in Chinese history. It was built in the Tang style. It is solemn, simple and magnificent, showing the magnanimity of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. This place is located at Piaomiao Peak, one of the seventy-two peaks of Taihu Lake. It faces the vast Taihu Lake to the south and is surrounded by mountains on the east and west sides. It has excellent Feng Shui and is indeed a resort for practicing Zen and worshiping Buddha.Attractions distribution:
In the Xishan Grand Avalokitesvara Temple, there are Buddhist trees, Ruyi Avalokitesvara statues, Grand Avalokitesvara statues, Guanyin Temple Square, palaces, etc.Scenic spot features:
Religion, sightseeing, templesBest time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
(Specialties) Su embroidery, silk, Taohuawu wooden New Year pictures, Caizhizhai candy, Su-style pastries, etc.
(Food) Pan-fried mutton, braised hoof and fried fish noodles, duck blood vermicelli soup, crispy Sanjie crispy fish, squirrel mandarin fish, etc.
Scenic spot location:
China>Jiangsu Province>Suzhou City>Wuzhong District>Xishan Town
How to get there:
Bus route: Take bus 695 and get off at Qili Station.
Driving route: Enter Sanxiang Road, turn left into Shishan Road, turn left into Changjiang Road, turn right into Zhuyuan Road, turn left into Jinshan South Road, turn right into Zhongshan West Road, turn left into Lingshan Road Tian Road, go straight into Sunwu Road, turn left into Xuyu Road, turn right into Huan Taihu Avenue, towards Taihu Bridge/Xishan Scenic Area, take the 2nd exit from the roundabout to Changsha Road, keep left onto Daqiao Road, go straight into Jinting Road, go straight onto Meiyuan Road, turn right onto Piaomiaofeng Ring Road.
Scenic area map:
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Ticket prices for Daguanyin Temple:
No tickets
Scenic area opening hours:
6:00-17:00
