Hidden in the deep mountains of western Beijing, the thousand-year-old ancient temple Jietai Temple is quiet, serene, solemn, and elegant. Walking in the ancient temple, you can not only enjoy the blooming sea of Syringa, admire the famous and unique pines at the altar, taste the elegant and delicious vegetarian food, but also choose exquisite cultural and creative souvenirs. In the most beautiful April, let's go to Jietai Temple to "welcome spring" together!

Flowers blooming like a waterfall

In April, Jietai Temple is lush with branches and leaves, clusters of flowers, and the ancient Syringa in full bloom, leaning against the red walls and gray tiles, emitting a strong fragrance.

There are more than 1100 Syringa plants in the temple, with 17 ancient Syringa trees over 200 years old, making it one of the most abundant and long-lived Syringa trees in the Beijing area.

Among them, the most eye-catching is the ancient Syringa tree bestowed by Emperor Qianlong, with full blooming flowers decorating the ancient temple romantically and attractively. The densely clustered plum blossoms attract bees and butterflies, bringing a touch of spring to the ancient temple, waiting for visitors to admire.

Inside the temple, magnolias, forsythias, mountain peaches, and peach blossoms compete in beauty, creating a picturesque spring scene in the mountain temple.

The Peony Courtyard located on the north side of the Qianfo Pavilion is a traditional quadrangle dwelling in Beijing, cleverly combining Northern simplicity with Southern beauty in garden art.

Peonies are widely planted in the courtyard, and the flowering period from late April to early May is fragrant and beautiful, becoming one of the most beautiful landscapes of Jietai Temple.

Unique pines and ancient pagoda trees

Inside and outside Jietai Temple, the mountains are lush with ancient trees forming forests. There are 88 first and second-class protected trees in the country, including Scots pines, white pines, Chinese junipers, scholar trees, and ginkgo trees, with the most abundant being pine trees. The most famous are the ancient pines, which have been shaped by wind and rain over thousands of years into various unique forms.

During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the famous pines of Jietai Temple were already renowned throughout the world, such as the Nine Dragons Pine, Tower Embracing Pine, Sleeping Dragon Pine, Free Pine, and Active Pine.

During the Qingming Festival, walking in the temple and listening to the sound of the pine trees, feeling the breath of spring, creates a unique atmosphere.

The Number One Altar in the World

The historical altar in the temple, known as the "Number One Altar in the World," with its exquisite and unparalleled carving art, is truly breathtaking.

Under the Jietai, let the mind gradually return to tranquility and peace, making this trip to Jietai Temple a deep dialogue of the soul.

Zen Tea Flavor

At the Dharma Platform and Peony Courtyard of Jietan Temple, there are outdoor tea tasting spots, with a tranquil and elegant environment, gentle breeze brushing by, allowing one to relax both body and mind.

Invite a few good friends to enjoy a cup of fragrant Zen tea, contemplate life in the tea aroma, and savor the Zen spirit.

New Cultural and Creative Products

In recent years, with the rise of cultural tourism, Jietan Temple scenic area has developed various unique cultural and creative products, allowing visitors to take memories back home.

The cultural and creative store of Jietan Temple scenic area is located on the north side of the Mahavira Hall, with a simple and exquisite layout. Upon entering, one can see refrigerator magnets featuring the Mahavira Hall, the Resting Dragon Pine, the God of Wealth Hall, and other landscape themes. Shelves display bowls with the character "戒" (Jie), zodiac-themed bracelets for blessings, themed cultural cloth bags, etc., all filled with the cultural elements of Jietan Temple.

The "Turn Precepts into Blessings" petal can be gently rotated, with precepts bringing self-discipline and blessings quietly arriving.

The "Zen Cat of Jietan" themed series of cultural and creative products are very popular among tourists, adding a lively atmosphere to the ancient temple.

Specialty Vegetarian Meals

The traditional Arhat vegetarian meal in the main dining hall of Jietan Temple is carefully prepared with fresh vegetables. The mushroom vegetarian noodle soup is delicious and every bite tastes like spring, adding a unique taste memory to your Qingming trip.

Filming Location

Jietan Temple is not only a good place for blessings and blessings, but also a well-known "filming location." The Mahavira Hall and the mountain gate of the scenic area have appeared in classic film and television works such as "Journey to the West," "Empresses in the Palace," "Dream of the Red Chamber," and "The Legend of Xiaozhuang," attracting many drama fans to visit, take photos, and embark on a "time-travel" journey.

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