A complete guide to Hangzhou Jingci Temple: pray for blessings and enjoy the scenery

"The evening bell of Nanping, floating in the wind, seems to be knocking in my heart~" Ladies and gentlemen, 🎵When this familiar melody sounded, Hangzhou Jingci Temple became a must-visit place to check in. This thousand-year-old temple has a profound heritage and many wonderful things waiting for you to explore. Hurry up and get this super detailed guide 📖! ⏰Opening hours: 6:30 - 17:00, it is recommended to go in the morning. Jingci Temple is peaceful and tranquil in the early morning. If you visit it at this time, you can enjoy the tranquility and have more time, making your trip very comfortable. 💰Ticket price: only 10 yuan per person, very cost-effective! It's a great deal to spend a small amount of money to embark on a unique spiritual journey. 🎯Highlight 1: Bell Tower The bell tower is the landmark building of Jingci Zen Temple—the giant bronze bell of Nanping Evening Bell is hung in it🔔. At certain moments, the sound of the bells echoes melodiously and spreads everywhere. Ring the bell yourself and feel the shock brought by the sound. The peace seems to dispel all worries and is said to bring good luck~ 🎯Highlight 2: Vajra Hall Stepping into the majestic Vajra Hall, you will feel a sense of solemnity. The Vajra statue enshrined in the hall is majestic and solemn, with exquisite carving details. The statues on the left and right sides have wide-open eyes and majestic expressions, which is different from the common layout of the Four Heavenly Kings in temples. It is unique and shows its unique charm. 🎯Highlight 3: Sakya Hall As the core of the temple, the Sakya Hall houses the compassionate and solemn statue of Sakyamuni Buddha🙏. The Buddha statue exudes a tranquil atmosphere, and the surrounding murals are colorful, vividly telling Buddhist stories. By calming down here, you can deeply feel the profoundness of Buddhism and gain inner peace. 🎯Highlight 4: Buddha Bathing Pond The clear Buddha Bathing Pond has a small Buddha statue standing in the pond and is surrounded by spring water. This is not only a landscape, but also a place that carries a special sense of ritual - bathing the little Buddha. Pilgrims and tourists picked up spoons in an orderly manner, scooped up the holy spring water, and gently poured it over the head of the small Buddha statue. This process is a solemn commemoration of the Buddha's birthday and also a wonderful journey to purify the soul. Even though there were many people queuing, the scene was exceptionally quiet. Everyone queued quietly and in an orderly manner. 🎯Highlight 5: Ancient Wood Transport Well This ancient well has a magical legend✨. It is said that Monk Jigong transported wood for building the temple from here. When you come here, listen to the tour guide telling the interesting story, and feel the mystery of the ancient well, it seems as if you can travel through time and space and return to the scene of that year. 🌅Overlooking Leifeng Pagoda from a distance Jingci Zen Temple is in an excellent location, and you can overlook Leifeng Pagoda from a distance🏯. Standing in the corner of the temple, with the eaves of the ancient temple as the foreground, and the Leifeng Pagoda in the distance looming in the scenery of lakes and mountains, every shot you take is a beautiful blockbuster 📷, which will amaze your friends in every minute. 🍱Highly recommend vegetarian food If you are tired of shopping, you must try the vegetarian food at Jingci Temple, only 10 yuan per person! Although the vegetarian meal is simple, it tastes delicious. Especially the vegetarian roast goose, it is a must-try! The skin is crispy, the filling is tender, and the bean products have a strong aroma. If you can't finish it, you can take it home and let your family taste this delicious food~ Everyone, Jingci Zen Temple combines blessing, scenery, and food in one, and it is a rare treasure. Arrange your itinerary quickly, you can also visit Prince Bay Park, Huagang Fish Viewing Park, Yuhu Bay, Changqiao Park, Turtle Pond, and Jiuyao Mountain nearby💖!