Donglin Temple

I have been to many temples both domestically and abroad, and I have truly been touched by the atmosphere of Donglin Temple. I grew up in Quanzhou, a city with a long history of Buddhism, and I have visited temples in every city. But I am willing to call Donglin Temple my top temple experience. 🔔 Before entering the temple, staff will ask women to tie up their hair, and small hair ties are provided, as well as a dress code against revealing clothing. 🌟 'Joyful Dharma treasures, free to bond with' - this phrase I encountered at Donglin Temple left the deepest impression on me, unlike the commercialization of other temples, everything inside Donglin Temple is free!!! 💐 The scenery and floral art throughout the temple feel meticulously cared for, and there are many volunteers here, including many young faces. If you are interested in a temple volunteer experience, you can check out the contact information in the picture. ✨ Some temple experience tips 🪔 After entering, you can wash your hands first, touch some good fortune, I saw everyone pouring water on the lotus flowers, so we followed suit. 🪔 Look towards the West and chant in the Buddha Hall 🪵 Here you can experience VR to view the Pure Land, it's amazing how this temple keeps up with the pace of the world 🪵 Then circle around the Buddha statue three times, and you can get the Great Compassion Water for free, forming good connections 🪔 Donglin Temple offers free vegetarian meals 🪵 Morning meal: 6:30-7:10 🪵 Lunch meal: 10:50-11:30 🪔 Drum Tower for fortune-telling 🪵 Fortune-telling is also free, after drawing a lot you should circle the pagoda according to the lot's text, then return the text to the box in the Drum Tower 🪔 Merit Office 🪵 Donglin Temple even gives away small gifts, I received a gourd at the Great Buddha of Donglin, and here I received harmony and auspiciousness 🪔 Great Buddha of Donglin 🪵 It is also part of Donglin Temple, but a bit distant, you need to take a taxi to get there, but it's very worthwhile and impressive 😔 Some regrets, we didn't have enough time to climb the Smart Spring, and if you want to seriously tour the entire temple, you need at least half a day. If you come to Mount Lu in March, the scenery is quite ordinary, so I suggest you leave some time to visit the temple. I also hope everyone can find their own peace at Donglin Temple, and I wish everyone's wishes made here come true

🌱 Features: Beautiful natural scenery: The winter scenery of Lushan is like a fairy tale world, with peaks covered by white snowflakes, as if in a dreamlike world. Rich history and culture: Lushan has a long history and rich cultural heritage, such as Donglin Temple, Bailudong Academy, etc., which make people feel a strong historical atmosphere. Diverse tourist activities: Winter Lushan offers a variety of tourist activities, such as skiing, ice fishing, hot springs, etc., allowing tourists to enjoy the fun of winter. 🌈 Best travel season: Winter is one of the most beautiful seasons in Lushan, especially from December to January of the following year. At this time, the snow scene of Lushan is the most charming. Tourists can appreciate the silver-wrapped peaks and snow-covered forests. 🌍 Travel guide: Bring warm clothes: The winter temperature in Lushan is relatively low, and tourists need to bring enough warm clothes to prevent cold. Anti-slip measures: There may be snow on the roads in winter Lushan, tourists need to pay attention to anti-skid, you can choose to wear anti-skid shoes or carry anti-skid tools. Bring a camera: The winter scenery of Lushan is beautiful, and tourists can bring a camera to record beautiful moments. 🚶‍♂ Itinerary highlights: Wulaofeng: Climb Wulaofeng, overlook the entire Lushan scenic area, and appreciate the spectacular snow scene. Donglin Temple: Visit Donglin Temple, understand Buddhist culture, and feel tranquility and sacredness. Bailudong Academy: Explore Bailudong Academy, feel the atmosphere of ancient Chinese education and Neo-Confucianism. Skiing: Experience the fun of skiing in Lushan's ski area, and have fun. Hot springs: In the cold winter, enjoy the comfort and warmth of Lushan hot springs. 💡 Travel advice: Understand the weather in advance: Before going to Lushan, it is best to understand the local weather in advance to prepare accordingly. Pay attention to safety: During the play, be sure to pay attention to safety, abide by the regulations of the scenic area, and do not take risks. Respect local culture: When visiting religious attractions, respect local culture and customs, and abide by relevant regulations. 💖 Personal experience: The most unforgettable moment in the winter Lushan trip is overlooking the beautiful scenery of the entire Lushan from Wulaofeng. Standing on the top of the mountain, surrounded by white snow scenes, as if in a fairyland, it is refreshing. 🌟 Recommendation reason: Winter Lushan has unique ice and snow landscapes and rich history and culture. Not only can tourists appreciate the beautiful natural scenery, but they can also experience winter-specific activities, such as skiing, ice fishing, and hot springs. The winter scenery of Lushan is poetic and picturesque, as if in a fairy tale world, it is definitely a tourist attraction worth visiting for others. 🌈 Daily itinerary: Day 1: Arrive at Lushan, check into the hotel, rest and adapt to the environment. Day 2: Visit Donglin Temple and understand Buddhist culture. Day 3: Climb Wulaofeng and appreciate the winter scenery of Lushan. Day 4: Explore Bailudong Academy and feel the atmosphere of ancient Chinese education and Neo-Confucianism. Day 5: Experience the fun of skiing and ice fishing. Day 6: Soak in the hot springs and relax. Day 7: End the trip and leave Lushan. 🌟 Winter Lushan, waiting for you to explore! 🌟 Lushan·Jiujiang

Such a beautiful temple is actually free! The green tiles of Donglin Temple are very beautiful Different from the style of most temples The temple is surrounded by mountains with many plants and a quiet environment . 📍Address: 600 meters east of the intersection of 036 Country Road and Saiyang Road, Lianxi District, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province . Recommended shooting locations: ✅The origin of the Pure Land Sect of Buddhism, a huge lotus statue, it is pure white and has a sacred halo ✅There are many Tang Dynasty buildings in the temple, under the contrast of pine trees, the style of Chinese courtyard is strong ✅There are several thousand-year-old trees in the temple, among which the 1500-year-old camphor tree exudes aura ✅There are many pigeons at the gate of the temple, they don't run when they see people, you can tease them

On the day I arrived at Lushan, I was lucky enough to witness the rare sight of a rainbow cloud and the Great Buddha together. - At the foot of Lushan's southern slope in the town of Wenquan stands the world's tallest Amitabha Buddha bronze statue—the Donglin Great Buddha. This 48-meter-tall statue, plated with 48 kilograms of gold, belongs to the Donglin Temple, a Buddhist Pure Land sect ancestral temple with a history of over 1600 years. 🔆 The stone steps leading to the Great Buddha number 949, and the Buddha is seated on a 48-petal lotus platform, symbolizing the forty-eight great vows emitted by Amitabha Buddha. The Buddha's right hand is extended forward and downward in a welcoming gesture; the left hand is placed on the chest, holding a lotus flower; and it is protected by a dome. Looking up at this solemn and majestic Great Buddha, one can feel the divine presence. 💖 The total investment in the Donglin Great Buddha project is about 1 billion yuan, all of which comes from donations by believers and kind-hearted people around the world. The scenic area is open to the public for free and operates non-commercially, providing free drinking water, beverages, and free distribution of scriptures; 200 vegetarian meals are provided daily, available from 9:30 am. 🚗 The Donglin Great Buddha is located in the Pure Land Garden, 21km from Donglin Temple. It is recommended to drive there, or you can take a high-speed train to De'an Station and then take a taxi. The parking fee is 15 yuan/day, not charged by time. 🌿 1⃣ Inappropriate dress is not allowed; women should not wear short sleeves, shorts, or short skirts. Free aprons are available to cover up, which must be returned upon descending the mountain. Additionally, women are required to tie up their hair and not leave it loose. 2⃣ The opening hours are 8:00-17:00, closed on Mondays.

📍 Location: Jiujiang, Jiangxi 🚌 Transportation: About 30 minutes by taxi from the city center, approximately 1 hour by bus, and direct parking is available at the entrance if driving. 🌿 Environment: Donglin Temple blends Southeast Asian temple architectural styles with the main color scheme of Chinese temples. Free entry, free worship, free ritual instruments, and free books truly restore the essence of worship as described in Buddhist scriptures, allowing you to experience pure spiritual purification here. 🙏 Culture: Upon entering, you are greeted with a headband, and upon leaving, you are gifted a bookmark. The meticulous service is touching; this place is not just a scenic spot but also an open and inclusive Buddhist academy where you can experience ancient Buddhist culture. 💧 Feature: Behind the temple, there is the Clever Spring water for drinking—remember to be frugal and save! Expect long queues on Saturdays and Sundays! 🥢 Dining: Enjoy vegetarian meals in the dining hall, which opens at 11 am every day, but it may be closed during events, so please follow the official WeChat account for updates. 🏞 Surroundings: Just 100 meters from the exit is the West Forest Temple mentioned in Su Dongpo's 'Inscription on West Forest Temple.' Although it is not as large as Donglin Temple, the purity and emotion there are also worth experiencing. 👉 If you long for a place of tranquility and a genuine Buddhist experience, then consider a trip to Donglin Temple to feel the inner peace and serenity.

Jiujiang Donglin Temple is located at the western foot of Mount Lu, about sixteen kilometers away from Jiujiang city center. It is 50 kilometers away from Guling Town on Mount Lu, and since it is situated to the east of the West Forest Temple, it is known as Donglin Temple. The history of Donglin Temple is very ancient, having been established during the Eastern Jin Dynasty in ancient times. It has withstood a thousand years of vicissitudes and has undoubtedly become one of the oldest temples on the world-famous Mount Lu. Nowadays, many tourists come to visit Donglin Temple in Jiujiang for sightseeing. People reflect on the past and appreciate the beauty of nature, cultivate their moral character in this pure land, making it a delightful and fulfilling journey. Donglin Temple was founded by the famous monk Huiyuan during the ninth year of Taiyuan in the Eastern Jin Dynasty (384 AD), more than 1,600 years ago. With its interlocking beams and pillars, and its red and green reflections, 'its grand scale is fit for the residence of ten thousand monks,' and it is one of the eight major Buddhist practice sites in China. The temple's environment is very beautiful, with a large lotus (lotus flower) pond in front of the Heavenly King Hall. The lotus represents purity, beauty, and Buddhism. The lotus and the Buddha's advocated transcendental personality are seamlessly integrated. The season to see and record a lotus in front of the Buddha is around July-August, and bringing a telephoto lens is key. At least a 70-200mm focal length is required. All the blogger's photos come from a 100-400mm lens, and the blogger particularly likes the architecture inside, which is full of ancient charm and reveals the wisdom of the Chinese people. Donglin Temple is about 20km away from Jiujiang Railway Station. There are buses that reach near the temple, but a walk is required. Locals in Jiujiang usually drive there; it took the blogger about 20 minutes to drive, arriving around 8 am. Many pilgrims had arrived early, and as more people came, the blogger left, so it's best to go early if you want to visit. The temple is open from 8 am to 5 pm. It is said that praying for a fortune at Donglin Temple is very effective and free of charge. Listening to the sound of Buddhist scriptures here can relax the mind, and sincerity brings spirituality. You can spend 1-2 hours in the morning and then go to the Donglin Big Buddha. Donglin Temple and Donglin Big Buddha are not in the same place, but they are close, about 20km apart.

🌱 Features: Beautiful natural scenery: The winter scenery of Lushan is like a fairy tale world, with the peaks covered by white snowflakes, as if in a dreamlike world. Rich history and culture: Lushan has a long history and rich cultural heritage, such as Donglin Temple, Bailudong Academy, etc., which make people feel a strong historical atmosphere. Diverse tourist activities: Winter Lushan offers a variety of tourist activities, such as skiing, ice fishing, hot springs, etc., allowing tourists to enjoy the fun of winter. 🌈 Best travel season: Winter is one of the most beautiful seasons of Lushan, especially from December to January of the following year, when the snow scene of Lushan is the most charming, and tourists can appreciate the silver-clad peaks and snow-covered forests. 🌍 Travel guide: Bring warm clothes: The winter temperature in Lushan is low, and tourists need to bring enough warm clothes to prevent cold. Anti-slip measures: There may be snow on the roads in winter Lushan, tourists need to pay attention to anti-slip, you can choose to wear anti-slip shoes or carry anti-slip tools. Bring a camera: The winter scenery of Lushan is beautiful, and tourists can bring a camera to record beautiful moments. 🚶‍♂ Itinerary highlights: Wulaofeng: Climb Wulaofeng, overlook the entire Lushan scenic area, and appreciate the spectacular snow scene. Donglin Temple: Visit Donglin Temple, understand Buddhist culture, and feel tranquility and sanctity. Bailudong Academy: Explore Bailudong Academy, feel the atmosphere of ancient Chinese education and Neo-Confucianism. Skiing: Experience the fun of skiing in Lushan's ski area, and have fun. Hot springs: In the cold winter, enjoy the comfort and warmth of Lushan hot springs. 💡 Travel advice: Understand the weather conditions in advance: Before going to Lushan, it is best to understand the local weather conditions in advance to make the corresponding preparations. Pay attention to safety: During the play, be sure to pay attention to safety, comply with the regulations of the scenic area, and do not take risks. Respect local culture: When visiting religious attractions, respect the local culture and customs, and comply with relevant regulations. 💖 Personal experience: The most unforgettable moment in the winter Lushan trip is to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Lushan from Wulaofeng. Standing on the top of the mountain, surrounded by white snow scenes, as if in a fairyland, it is refreshing. 🌟 Recommendation reason: Winter Lushan has unique ice and snow landscapes and rich history and culture. Not only can tourists appreciate the beautiful natural scenery, but also experience winter-specific activities, such as skiing, ice fishing and hot springs. The winter scenery of Lushan is poetic and picturesque, as if in a fairy tale world, it is definitely a tourist attraction worth visiting for others. 🌈 Daily itinerary: Day 1: Arrive at Lushan, check into the hotel, rest and adapt to the environment. Day 2: Visit Donglin Temple and understand Buddhist culture. Day 3: Climb Wulaofeng and appreciate the winter beauty of Lushan. Day 4: Explore Bailudong Academy and feel the atmosphere of ancient Chinese education and Neo-Confucianism. Day 5: Experience the fun of skiing and ice fishing. Day 6: Soak in the hot springs and relax. Day 7: End the trip and leave Lushan. 🌟 Winter Lushan, waiting for you to explore! 🌟