{"product_id":"mount-putuo","title":"Mount Putuo","description":"\u003cp\u003eMount Putuo, located in the eastern waters of the Zhoushan Archipelago in Zhejiang Province, is one of the four sacred Buddhist mountains in China. Legend has it that it was the place where Guanyin Bodhisattva manifested and preached. Surrounded by the sea, it is known as the \"Buddhist Kingdom by the Sea\" and the \"Sacred Realm of the South China Sea,\" a national scenic area integrating Buddhist holy sites and island scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuddhist Holy Site: \u003c\/strong\u003eMount Putuo is renowned alongside Mount Wutai in Shanxi (the Bodhimanda of Manjushri Bodhisattva), Mount Emei in Sichuan (the Bodhimanda of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva), and Mount Jiuhua in Anhui (the Bodhimanda of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva). The island is dotted with temples, filled with the sounds of chanting, attracting countless pilgrims to worship Guanyin Bodhisattva each year. Especially during the three important pilgrimage festivals for Guanyin Bodhisattva (the 19th day of the second, sixth, and ninth lunar months), the island is teeming with people and incense offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsland Scenery:\u003c\/strong\u003e As an island, Putuoshan boasts unique natural scenery. Golden beaches, rugged rocks, lush forests, and spectacular sunrises and sunsets, combined with the solemn temples, create a unique landscape that combines the beauty of mountains with the charm of lakes, and the elegance of the sea with the beauty of mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Three Major Temples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Puji Temple:** Commonly known as the Front Temple, it is the largest and main temple on Mount Putuo, and the primary temple dedicated to Guanyin Bodhisattva. The temple is grand in scale and solemn in architecture. In front of the mountain gate is the famous Lotus Pond (Haiyin Pond), with an octagonal pavilion and an imperial stele pavilion built on it, classic photo spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Fayu Temple:** Commonly known as the Back Temple, it is famous for its unique Nine Dragon Hall. The Nine Dragon Caisson Ceiling (decoration on the dome) inside the hall is exquisitely carved and is said to have been moved here from the Ming Palace in Nanjing, making it extremely precious. The temple also has a \"Sky Lantern Platform\" for panoramic views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Huiji Temple:** Located on the highest peak of Mount Putuo, at an altitude of approximately 300 meters. Reaching the temple requires climbing 1080 steps (or taking a cable car). There is a saying that \"If you haven't been to Mount Putuo, you haven't truly been to Mount Putuo.\" The temple is home to the famous \"Putuo Carpinus,\" a rare tree species worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStanding Guanyin Statue of the South China Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a landmark of Putuoshan, located on Guanyin Jump Hill at the southern end of Shuangfeng Mountain. The statue is 33 meters tall (13 meters on the platform and 20 meters on the bronze statue itself), facing the sea, solemn and compassionate. It is highly visible from both the sea and the island, a must-see for every tourist and pilgrim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural and Cultural Landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Bamboo Forest: Legend has it that this is where Guanyin Bodhisattva practiced, located near the Bukengqu Guanyin Temple. The environment here is serene, with typical purple rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBukengqu Guanyin Temple: The birthplace of Buddhist culture on Putuoshan. Legend has it that during the Tang Dynasty, the Japanese monk Hui'e brought a Guanyin statue from Wutai Mountain to Japan, but was blocked when passing the sea off Putuoshan. Believing that Guanyin refused to cross the sea to the east, he built a temple here to enshrine her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaoyin Cave: A natural stone cave extending into the sea. The cave is said to emit the sound of the tides day and night, like thunder, hence the name Chaoyin Cave (Tide Sound Cave). Legend has it that if you pray here, you will see Guanyin appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeaches: Qianbu Beach and Baibu Beach are the island's two high-quality beaches, with fine sand and a seamless blend of sea and sky, making them ideal for leisurely strolls, listening to the waves, and watching the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"openchina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47824067494147,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/4403\/2259\/files\/cc206f66f030b159119ce0c01d090296.jpg?v=1770831967","url":"https:\/\/openchinatravel.com\/products\/mount-putuo","provider":"openchina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}