Mt. Panshan
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Covering an area of 106 square kilometers (about 26,193 acres), Mt. Panshan Scenic Area is located in Ji County, 110 kilometers (68.4 miles) away from Tianjin, 88 kilometers (54.7 miles) away from Beijing. As the name suggests, the scenic area is mainly Mt Panshan-oriented. Endowed with natural beauty and a historical heritage, Mt Panshan is known as "The First Mountain East of Beijing" and is listed as one of the top fifteen mountains in China.

Popularity among famous figures

The mountain acquired its present name, early in the Eastern Han (25 - 220). Taizong, the second emperor of the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907), was prodigal of his praise of its scenery on his chance visit when he led the army in a campaign. Seventy-two temples, thirteen pagodas and numerous Xanadus and towers were built on the mountain in the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911). Qianlong, a brilliant and wise Qing Dynasty emperor was so impressed that he made thirty or so visits and wrote 1366 poems to express his admiration of the area. In the first half of the twentieth century, the whole resort all fell to ruin due to hostilities and neglect. It has undergone a process of restoration since the 1990s and is now regaining its fame.

What to visit

It is famous for jade pine trees, strange and astonishing peaks, clear waters, grotesquely shaped rocks and clusters of ancient temples.

Scenery

On the mountaintop, numerous pines hide the sky from view and block out the sunshine. Rugged rocks in a variety of shapes, some of which resemble a toad, a general or a boa, will greet you in the middle of the mountain. At its foot, clear water splashes on the rocks. The mountain consists of five peaks, with the main one, Guayue (Moon Hanging) Peak. Although Guayue Peak is only 857 meters (2811.7 feet) above sea level, to the north it is possible to see a section of the Great Wall while to the west Mt Taihang can be seen.

Temples

From the Wei State during the Three Kingdoms Period (220 - 280) onwards, emperors enthusiastically constructed more than 160 temples and towers, including the most famous 72 Buddhist temples and 13 exquisite pagodas. Most of them have not been repaired for many years and only the original foundations are extant now. There are four main temples: Tiancheng Temple (God Proposing Temple), Yunzhao Temple (Cloud-Hiding Temple), Wanfo Temple (Ten Thousand-Buddha Temple) and Wansong Temple (Ten Thousand-Pine Temple).

  • Tiancheng Temple built in the Tang Dynasty, was enlarged and repaired in the Ming and the Qing dynasties. To the east of this temple stands the Ancient Dagoba. As the biggest tower in this mountain, it has thirteen floors.
  • The roof of the Yunzhao Temple was a golden yellow, a color that normally was only allowed to be used on imperial buildings. By granting permission for this, Emperor Qianlong demonstrated his approval and admiration of the mountain.
  • Wanfo Temple (Ten Thousand-Buddha Temple) has 10,960 small Buddhas statues.
  • Wansong Temple is the largest temple in Mt. Panshan scenic area. Since the famous senior general Li Jing of the early Tang Dynasty once lived here, it was known as the Li Jing Temple before the Qing Dynasty. The time when it was first built is unknown, but it was repaired during the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty. There were many ancient pines around the temple, and Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty granted a tablet to call it as the Wansong Temple (ten-thousand-pine temple).

When to visit

  • Opening Hours: 08:30a.m. - 16:30p.m.
  • Recommended Time for a Visit: One and a half hours

Getting there

  • Bus Route: First take train to Jing Court and then catch the tourist bus there. The Train runs at 07:30 in the morning and 19:00 in the evening.

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Known as "The First Mountain East of Beijing," it is famous for jade pine trees, strange and astonishing peaks, clear waters, grotesquely shaped rocks and clusters of ancient temples.



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