Huazang Temple

The Golden summit, 3,077 meters above sea level, is the second highest peak of Mountain Emei. The golden palace on the golden summit is actually a bronze palace constructed in the Ming Dynasty. The Golden summit is well known due to the golden palace, which, under the sunshine, looks resplendent and magnificent. In the temple, there are 3 halls: the Laughing Buddha hall, the Great Hero hall and the hall of Universal Benevolence god. In the middle of the last hall hangs a tablet with the characters “Golden Summit”, which is the handwriting of Liu Gongquan, a very famous calligrapher of the Tang Dynasty. Outside the hall stand four tablets all that are inscribed by the modern famous figures in Buddhist circles. Every October, it is covered in snow, which does not thaw completely until the next March. In winter, ice and icicles decorate the firs, narrow bamboo trees and rocks. All get the pure white coats. The beautiful snow scenery brings much pleasure for all going there. What's more, tourists at the golden summit can enjoy the 4 famous scenes like the sunrise, the sea of clouds, the Buddhist Divine and the Saints lights.

Admission fee: RMB ￥ 10 per person

Publishes at : 07-09-16 22:10

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