Jietai Temple Check-in Notes: An encounter between ancient lilac trees and the quaint altar in spring

Beijing's Jietai Temple is really a splendid place to visit! 🌳 In spring, Jietai Temple is simply a kingdom of ancient lilac trees! Each lilac tree seems like a sprite from the heavens, gently sprinkling its fragrance, intoxicating to those who pass by. Especially the 210-year-old lilac tree, it's like a ceiling-level existence! Standing under it, it's as if one can hear the whispers of history and feel the passage of time. 🏯 The simplicity and grandeur of Jietai Temple are also breathtaking. The first altar, solemn and mysterious, inspires awe. Here, you can feel the profound cultural heritage of Buddhism and appreciate the unique charm of ancient architecture. 📸 Recommended check-in spots: In addition to the ancient lilac trees and the altar, the five hundred Arhats in the side halls of the Jietai Hall are definitely not to be missed! Each Arhat is vividly lifelike, with rich and realistic expressions, as if telling their own stories. Moreover, the two lilac trees at the entrance of the Peony Courtyard are also stunningly beautiful, making them perfect spots for photography! 🚗 Parking tips: Remember to come early! I arrived at 8:40 today, and parking was easy. But if you come at noon, you might have to park on the roadside outside the mountain gate. 🎫 Ticket information: Tickets are 45 yuan, half price for seniors over 60 with ID, and free for Beijing senior cardholders! 🍵 Leisure time: After a round of photos, I highly recommend going to the Peony Courtyard for tea, 128 yuan per pot, with coffee also available. If the Peony Courtyard is full, there is also a place to have tea next to the main entrance at the Bell Pavilion, right by the red wall with the lilac tree, which has its own charm. 🍚 Vegetarian meal experience: At 11 o'clock, I suggest lining up at the Great Vegetarian Hall to eat the first round of vegetarian meals. The vegetarian meal costs 20 yuan per person, and before eating, you will listen to the chanting of scriptures, which gives a strong sense of ritual. It's really a nice experience. However, please note that you cannot take photos of the vegetarian meal! 🌸 Overall, Jietai Temple is truly a place that lives up to the beauty of spring! It has the beauty of ancient lilac trees, the solemnity of the quaint altar, the mystery of the five hundred Arhats, and the leisure of the Peony Courtyard. Come and check in here, and make your spring journey even more wonderful!