Mount Fanjing in Guizhou is named "Pure Land of Brahma". On July 2, 2018, Mount Fanjing in Guizhou Province, China was approved to be included in the World Natural Heritage List at the World Heritage Conference held in Manama, Bahrain. It was rated as a national AAAAA tourist attraction and a national nature reserve on October 17, 2018. It was rated as one of China's top ten famous summer resort mountains on June 30, 2008. It is China's famous Maitreya Bodhisattva Dojo, a member of the international "Man and Biosphere Protection Network" (MAB), and is also a world natural heritage recognized by the 42nd World Heritage Conference.
The fame and development of Fanjing Mountain all originated from Buddhism. The four imperial nunneries and the huge temple complex of Forty-Eight Foot Monastery in Fanjing Mountain have established Fanjing Mountain's Buddhist status as a famous "ancient Buddhist ashram". It is the only Maitreya Bodhisattva ashram among the five famous Buddhist mountains in China. Buddhist culture has given the vast Fanjing Mountain a solemn and magical color.
Hongyun Golden Summit is the core of Foshan. The construction of the two palaces on the top of the peak, with two Buddhas facing each other, boundless Dharma realm, and the Paradise Palace is the finishing touch of the White Lotus Society in the Southern Song Dynasty in the construction of the "Pure Land on Earth". It is a miracle in the history of the development of Buddhism in famous mountains and a strange flower blooming above the red clouds. The most stunning scenery is hidden in the most difficult steps. Starting from the bottom of Laojin Summit, there is a nearly vertical stone staircase, with a cliff on one side and a sea of clouds on the other. The steps are so narrow that it is difficult for two people to stand side by side. Holding on to the iron chain and climbing up step by step, you can hear your own heartbeat with every breath.
The moment we reached the Red Cloud Golden Summit, the wind came directly to our face, the clouds rolled and rolled under our feet, and we were surrounded by believers who were turning around the pagoda. Looking back, the entire mountain looks like an isolated island growing out of the clouds. It's really no exaggeration. It gives me the illusion of standing on the horizon.
This is the symbol of Fanjing Mountain, with an altitude of 2,336 meters. The mountain is divided into two parts, connected by a sky bridge in the middle. Climbing to the top requires climbing iron chains with hands and feet, which is very thrilling, but the view is excellent and it is the best position to see the sea of clouds.
Fanjing Mountain is the most unique landmark in Guizhou. It is a spiritual mountain in eastern Guizhou, an ecological kingdom, a scenic spot, a pure land, a fairyland on earth and a natural oxygen bar that returns to nature, nourishes the body and mind, and is a fascinating fairyland and natural oxygen bar! Take the eastern route up the mountain, visit the virgin forest, and climb the 94-meter-high Buddhist resort - Golden Summit.
Visit the cliff carvings, climb the iron chain to the Linggong Platform, pass through the Tingxin Stone, cross the Cihang Bridge, worship the Guanyin Grottoes, cross the Jindao Gorge, and reach the Golden Summit. Worship the [Present Buddha] at the Sakyamuni Hall, cross the Tianxian Bridge and the Maitreya Hall to worship the [Future Buddha], and reach the top of the Golden Summit at an altitude of 2336 meters (the main peak of Wuling Mountain) for a panoramic view of the mountains; go to the Mushroom Stone Scenic Area to see the iconic landscape of Fanjing Mountain, the Mushroom Stone. The huge natural oxygen bar allows you to breathe the fresh air that refreshes your heart and lungs. Stay away from the noise of the city and experience the feeling of tranquility and distance.
Food recommendations:
Jiangkou rice tofu is a local specialty snack with a smooth and tender texture.
Fish in sour soup: Guizhou specialty, appetizer and meal.
She rice: steamed with bacon, wild vegetables, etc., fragrant.
Special reminder: Fanjing Mountain has a high altitude and a large temperature difference between the top and the foot of the mountain. Please be sure to bring warm clothes. Climbing Hongyun Jinding is somewhat dangerous. Most of the stone steps on Hongyun Jinding are original masonry. It is recommended to wear non-slip hiking shoes and gloves, especially on slippery days. You must be careful. Please be sure to follow the instructions of the staff and put safety first.
