Things to do & places to visit in Wutai County, Shanxi, China

Wutai County city in Shanxi, China. Timezone: Asia/Shanghai, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 21:02.

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Top things to do (8)

• Historic Sites
• Architectural Buildings
• Hot Springs & Geysers
• Caverns & Caves
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Mountains
• Speciality Museums
• Religious Sites

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1. 5.0 Longquan Temple (8 reviews)
   - 楊家家廟龍泉寺
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   龍泉寺創建於宋朝，位於九龍崗山腰，寺旁有泉曰龍泉，故寺名而得；這間寺院為青廟禪宗道場，原是楊家將家廟，傳楊五郎在此出家，遺骨並藏於令公塔內，寺內另有一塔為普濟禪師塔。從山下步上108階理石台階登上，迎頭的是巨型石牌坊，寺間處處可見雕工精細的石雕，從照壁、各式石垛、石鼓抱鼓、托木、塔、脊獸等隨處可見。 See more..
   
2. 5.0 Bodhisattva Temple (8 reviews)
   - Spectacular views
   Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites
   
   
   This is a beautiful, colorful, peaceful temple at the top of a cluster of temples. There are spectacular views of the mountains, some of which were snow-capped when we were there, as well as many temples all around. There are 108 steps, same number as in Buddhist rosary, leading down from this temple. Due to my vertigo, it was a challenge for me to make it down but a helpful Chinese couple walked in front of me from top to bottom. For photographers it's a great place to take stunning photos. There were crowds there but I didn't feel it detracted from the experience. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Fomu Cave (4 reviews)
   - Tough climb up
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   The walk up is about 1600 steps according to our guide. Tough climb although there's option to ride on a pony for Rmb100 per pax one way. Gondola lift system is due to be completed next year as we were told. Primary attraction is a tiny hole 0f about 0.7m by 0.4m which opens up into a 1.5m by 2.2m by 1.5m (guesstimate) cavern. Legend has it that the female Buddha Tara resides in the cave. Going in and coming out of the cavern through the small opening is said to purify all negativities. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Puhua Temple (1 review)
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5. 5.0 Luohou Temple (1 review)
   - 顕通寺の東側。五台山の10大禅寺の一つ。
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   顕通寺の東側。五台山の10大禅寺の一つ。ただ、他の仏教寺院に比べると地味な存在で、参拝客も少な目でした。 See more..
   
6. 5.0 Fanxian Mountain (1 review)
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7. 5.0 Jinchaji Military Command (1 review)
   - 五台红色文化
   Historic Sites
   五台县的红色文化展厅，里面主要是抗日战争时的图片和当时抗日用过的一切物品。很直观的展现当时的抗日情形。离五台山不是太远，游完五台山可以过来一观。 See more..
   
8. 5.0 WuTaiShan ZhanShi ZhongXin (1 review)
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9. 4.5 Wutai Shan (Five Terrace Mountain) (436 reviews)
   - 2 days visiting all 5 peaks full on foot hiking trip
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   Consisting of five high plateaus, this area is one of China's four sacred Buddhist Mountains. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Dailuo Ding of Wutai Mountain (17 reviews)
    - Beautiful monastery
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    There's a local saying that one cannot say to have been to Wutaishan for pilgrimage if one does not visit Dailuo Ding. Situated on top of one of the peaks - it has a good view of the Tayuan Monastery and the valley below. There's gondola lifts up to the peak. Pilgrims make a 45mins walk up. Some even prostrate every 3 steps up. Main shrine is dedicated to the Five Manjushris of the five Wutai peaks. See more..
    
11. 4.5 Xian Tong Temple (11 reviews)
    - Appropriated Temple
    Spent More than 3 hours Religious Sites
    
    
    The white Stupa in front of the temple was originally part of Xian Tong Temple. But during the Ming Dynasty it was appropriated by the emperor to give credit to his mother so that she would have a better after-life. So the new temple beside is called Tayuan Temple. The Bell Tower was also cut out from the main compound of the temple and you have to enter Xian Tong Temple sideways. Anyway the emperor always get what he wants. The amazing feature of the temple would be the Guilded Bronze Hall. Striking in the sun. See more..
    
12. 4.5 Nanchan Temple (6 reviews)
    - Ancient temple from the Tang dynasty
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    There is something magical about entering a temple that is 1200 years old. The ancient wooden structure with some peeling paint added to the mystique of the place. Though it is small in size, it is rich in history. Would love to go back! See more..
    
13. 4.5 Wanfoge Temple (5 reviews)
    - Wuye Temple or "Five Uncle" Temple
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    The rough story goes something like this. This region faces drought frequently and the people suffered. So one day, Manjusri went to borrow a "cool stone" from the Dragon King to cool this region and bring rain. The Dragon King was unhappy and lost his cool. Then his Five Dragon Princes came here to retrieve the cool stone but were placated by the Manjusri Bodhisattva. So this temple is a place now where many people come to pray for rain and for their wishes to come true. Because of his ability to grant wishes, this temple is the most popular temple in Wutai. May 13 (Lunar) is the birthday of Wuye and is said to be the date where your dreams declared to Wuye are most likely to come true. While the entrance to the temple is free, if you wish to pray, you have to pay a high price for the incense. (RMB 100, 200, 300 etc) candles, etc. There are also many privateer that will accost you when you try to pray. They will assist you to light your incense and teach you to pray in the four directions. They will then ask for a very high service fee like RMB 300-1000. I tried to pay him RMB50 but we settled for RMB100. In other parts of Asia, such a temple (with such services) would typically be considered a Taoist Temple but here it is combined with Buddhist Gods and the chinese here has consummate skills in commercialising both Gods and Buddhas. If your wish were to come true, then you are required to return to the Temple within 3 years to offer your thanks. At this temple, and other temples, you can find offerings and donations from people (typically HongKies) whose wishes have been granted by the Five Dragon Prince (Wuye). May you have a fruitful trip here and experience the power of Wuye. See more..
    
14. 4.0 Tayuan Temple (19 reviews)
    - Great place to visit for buddhist.
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    This temple is the largest monasteries of Gelugpa sect in Wutaishan . The best period and date to visit this temple is during Autumn and the first and fifteen of the Chinese calendar, This white pagoda is built by one Indian Monk. On the way to this temple there a few temple which worth visiting and further up the hill top is the another great temple called Pusa Ding. The entrance fees per person is CNY145. See more..
    
15. 4.0 Bishan Temple (2 reviews)
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16. 4.0 Baohua Temple (2 reviews)
    - Непарадный храм
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    В попытке забраться как можно дальше на северо-запад от деревни Тайхуэй в пределах заповедной зоны доехали до BaoHuaSi (宝华寺). По дороге проехали еще какой-то закрытый храм, над крышами которого возвышался большой позолоченный Будда верхом на черепахе.
    Сам BaoHuaSi – небольшой, непарадный храм, расположенный в окружении гор, у небольшого ручья. Его невысокая, слегка облупившаяся, обвешанная флажками ступа действительно несла какой-то отзвук Тибета.
    Картины святых в этом храме выполнены в интересной технике выкладывания из ткани. Видимо, части картины слегка подклеены, но не пришиты. Создают впечатление объемных.
    У женского храмового божества очень приятное, слегка уставшее и слегка отрешенное, очень человеческое лицо.
    Повезло попасть в этот храм во время службы, причем нам было разрешено снимать и фото и видео без ограничений. Было очень интересно.
    В углу двора был замечен очень старый и очень красивый колокол. А под ним в клетке – настоящий тибетский мастифф. О! Вот это собак!!!
    Приятная домашнесть храма проявилась и в том, что пока мы осматривали храм и смотрели часть храмовой службы ребенку предоставили возможность всласть погонять кошек и присмотрели за ним. See more..
    
17. 4.0 Zhenhai Temple (1 review)
    - Very old but in good shape
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    Nice smaller temple. Many temples were looted and pillaged during the cultural revolution. Many were rebuilt. A few smaller ones in out of the way places were spared. This one is smaller and older than many and was , at the time of building, a new architecture for temples inspired by Japan. See more..
    
18. 4.0 Yuanzhao Temple (1 review)
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19. 4.0 Mimi Temple (1 review)
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20. Puji Temple (0 review)
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21. Zunsheng Temple (0 review)
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22. Yanqing Temple (0 review)
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23. Qixian Temple (0 review)
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24. Former Site of Nanru Eighth Route Army Headquarters (0 review)
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25. Jifu Temple (0 review)
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26. Guangzong Temple (0 review)
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27. Guanhai Temple (0 review)
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28. Banruo Spring (0 review)
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29. Bethune Model Ward (0 review)
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30. Shande Hall (0 review)
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