Hongluo Temple

April's fragrant bloom makes it a great time for leisurely outings. During the weekend, I took my child on a trip to Huairou, Beijing, and visited the ancient temple of Hongluo, praying for blessings and enjoying the spring flowers in their full glory. Hongluo Temple is a Buddhist temple from the Jin Dynasty in Huairou, Beijing, located 3 kilometers north of Huairou District in Beijing at the southern foot of Hongluo Mountain. Originally named 'Daming Temple,' it was bestowed the name 'Huguo Zifu Chan Temple' by Emperor Yingzong during the Ming Dynasty's Zhengtong era. Due to the legend of the Hongluo Fairy, it is commonly known as 'Hongluo Temple.' As a temple for the ten directions, it is a birthplace of Buddhism in northern China and the largest Buddhist jungle. The temple faces south with its back to the north, built according to the mountain's terrain. The main structures, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, and the Hall of Three Saints, are arranged from south to north in the central courtyard. The entire scenic area encompasses the cultural zones of Hongluo Temple, Guanyin Temple, and the Great Buddha, as well as the natural viewing areas of Hongluo Mountain and Qinglong Mountain. Entering the scenic area and passing through the bamboo forest, the majestic and solemn mountain gate stands before you. The walls on both sides of the stone steps are covered with colorful bougainvillea stretching out and blooming freely, competing in beauty and splendor, creating a serene and beautiful spring painting that everyone loves. This spot is perfect for taking photos and creating memories. In spring, the Hongluo Temple scenic area, inside and outside the temple, in front of and behind the halls, on the mountains and below, is filled with a variety of blooming flowers, such as forsythia, azaleas, peonies, peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, magnolias, cherry blossoms, lilacs, and more, all competing in beauty. In addition to these, there are peonies and the 'Wisteria Resting on Pine,' one of the three unique views of Hongluo Temple, which will be at its most beautiful at the end of April and early May, making the ancient temple a great place to enjoy the springtime. 'Praying at Hongluo Temple, all wishes come true.' Tourists love to visit Hongluo Temple mainly because praying here is believed to be particularly efficacious. Pray for family harmony, good health, many children and blessings, abundant wealth, happiness and smoothness, and disaster relief. Light three sticks of incense with sincerity, express your wishes, and Hongluo Temple has been efficacious for thousands of years. Behind Hongluo Temple is Hongluo Mountain, where you can take a cable car up the mountain. Besides the cable car, there are four paths to choose from: Guanyin Road, Youth Road, Hongluo Road, and Health Road. Climb high for a distant view, with the city's construction landscape on one side and the immortal green mountains with blooming flowers on the other. During the Qingming Festival mini-holiday, come to Hongluo Temple in Huairou, Beijing, for prayers that are believed to be efficacious and to enjoy the beauty of blooming flowers competing in splendor. Self-driving navigation address: Hongluo Temple Parking Lot, Huairou District, Beijing Scenic area ticket price: 54 yuan

Travel method: Beijing North Station--Yanqi Lake Station (Take the Yanqi Lake Station Mutianyu shuttle bus to Hongluo Temple (or take a taxi directly), play for 3-4 hours, then go back to Yanqi Lake scenic area to play, and take the high-speed train back to Beijing around 16:00. Outfit: Windbreaker + work pants + hiking shoes Items: ID card + sunglasses + mask + hat + power bank + data cable + selfie stick + tissues + water + snacks Tickets: Round-trip high-speed train ticket (18 yuan) + Hongluo Temple admission ticket (54 yuan) Route: Just walk up as fate leads; It is said that praying for marriage at Hongluo Temple is very effective, so let's join the fun and see. Whether it's effective or not is secondary, the main thing is to get out and walk around more, maybe you'll encounter the right one; when we go, let's pay more attention to the people around, and if we see someone single and pleasing to the eye, just go for it, if we can add WeChat, then add WeChat, after all, it's better to rely on oneself than others, and also tie a ribbon to make a wish, maybe it will come true; the deities with people coming and going every day may not remember your affairs, but fate might start from love at first sight

This season's Hongluo Temple The full garden of spring is complemented by the solemn ancient temple On weekends and the 5.1 mini-holiday, you can enjoy a suburban Beijing blessing and flower appreciation trip🌸 ⛩️Millennium Ancient Temple Hongluo Temple is an ancient temple with a long history and profound cultural heritage, with towering ancient trees, quiet and deep, and the incense smoke curling up. It is said that praying for blessings and making wishes here is particularly effective🎋 🌈Three Must-Sees The imperial bamboo forest right at the entrance, the male and female ginkgo trees in front of the Daxiong Hall, and the wisteria and pine trees in front of the San Sheng Hall. It is now the wisteria blooming season, with patches of romantic purple, especially beautiful🪻 🌷Flower Appreciation ✔️Do not miss the stunning bougainvillea flower wall! A casual snap is a super beautiful shot of 'diving into spring'📸 ✔️The peonies and peonies of this season have also bloomed, nestled under the red walls and black tiles, with a unique charm ✔️There are also magnolias/jasmines/azaleas/forsythias/lilacs and other flowers, very suitable for spring outings and flower appreciation 🎢Slide This slide is especially fun, suitable for lazy people haha〰️ Single/double both🉑, going up the mountain slowly is also okay for the elderly and children👌, going down the mountain is more exciting, with staff controlling the driving, giving a sense of speed and passion ⛩️| Hongluo Temple 📍| Located in Huairou, about 1.5h drive from the city center, 🅿️20r ⏰| 8:30-17:00 🎫| 54r

Start planning for the May Day trip now, and I'm already looking forward to the trip and feeling very happy when I'm making the guide It's very convenient to drive from Tianjin to Huairou, only 2h30min (to check in the same spot as Bai Jingting) 1️⃣First stop: Yanxi Lake West Mountain Trail (Open from April to October) Going on May 1st is just perfect, all the flowers will be in bloom. The essence of Yanxi Lake is on the trail, known as 'Little Switzerland of the Suburbs of Beijing' 🚗Navigation: Yanxi Lake West Mountain Trail P5 parking lot, enter from Entrance 2 (Parking fee is 20 yuan with no time limit) ❗️The best viewing platform is near Entrance 3 at 'Lingyan Hui Ming', with a wide view, no obstructions, and super beautiful for photos. 🕙Opening hours: 8:00-17:00, no reservation needed 💰Free ⚠️Pets are not allowed 2️⃣Second stop: Hongluo Temple 'Nanputuo in the south, Hongluo in the north', it's a sacred place in Beijing known for prayers for marriage and children, said to be super effective. 🚗Self-driving: Parking fee is 10 yuan with no time limit 🕙Opening hours: 8:30-17:00 (entry stops at 16:00) 💰Ticket price: 54 yuan (cable car charges extra) ⚠️Note: Try to bathe and change clothes the day before, and if climbing, wear comfortable shoes and clothes👚 3️⃣Third stop: Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall The Water Great Wall is a spring-limited attraction, with blooming mountain flowers, combining green mountains, clear water, and the Great Wall, giving it a charm of the south of the Yangtze River 🚗Navigation: Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall No.3 parking lot (Parking fee is 20 yuan with no time limit) 💰Ticket price: 60 yuan per adult, half price for students 🍭Route planning: Recommend a relatively easy route, enter from the East Gate, follow the lakeside plank road - pass the peninsula - Ming Dynasty Chestnut Garden - end at Black Dragon Pool. On the way back, you can rent a boat to closely admire the spectacle of the Great Wall entering the water and enjoy the spring-limited lake and mountain scenery. (This route is overall very gentle and suitable for all ages) 4️⃣Fourth stop: Lianquan Xianggu It's a hiking area, but very friendly for beginners! You can come with confidence 🌉Photo spots: Tiangong Cave + Lianquan Waterfall (must-visit places) 🚗Self-driving: No.68 Badaohe Village, Badaohe Township, Huairou District (Parking fee is 20 yuan with no time limit) 💰Ticket price: 26 yuan 🍭Tour route: Photo spots (Tiangong Cave + Lianquan Waterfall) 3km climb 200m! Ziyun Cave 5km climb 350m!! Grand loop 6km climb 400m 🕙Time: About 3 hours 🏠Accommodation recommendation: Shanba, a friend has stayed there, it's a very interesting cabin, worth a try.

The ancient architecture and history shine together, each brick and tile tells the story of a thousand years. The golden ginkgo leaves are poetic and picturesque, and the falling red leaves become the protagonist in the lens. I recorded the beauty of this season, freezing the tranquility of the Hongluo Temple and the romance of autumn in the picture. Each photo is a mark of time, recording my encounter with the Hongluo Temple in this autumn. In order to capture the unique charm and historical flavor of the Hongluo Temple, I carefully selected the following lenses: 1. Wide-angle lens: When shooting large scenes, such as the overall view of the Hongluo Temple, or when shooting the contrast between the male and female ginkgo trees and the Daxiong Hall, I will use a wide-angle lens. It can capture more scenery and show the grandeur of the architecture and the beauty of the ginkgo at the same time. 2. Fixed-focus lens: When shooting the crowd of incense and taking pictures, I will choose a fixed-focus lens, such as a 35 focal length. The fixed-focus lens can bring a clearer picture and vividly express the lively crowd and activities. 3. Telephoto zoom lens: When shooting distant views or to avoid crowd interference, I will choose a zoom lens with a telephoto. It can pull the distant scenery closer without affecting the content of the picture, or blur unwanted elements. In addition, I will use the following photography techniques to improve the quality of my work: 1. Reasonable use of light: Sunrise and sunset are the golden times for shooting, when the light is soft and colorful, highlighting the beauty of autumn and the tranquility of the Hongluo Temple. 2. Pay attention to composition: I will try to use composition techniques such as the rule of thirds, symmetry, etc., to make the picture more layered and three-dimensional. At the same time, I will also pay attention to the combination of foreground, middle ground, and background to enhance the sense of space in the picture. 3. Capture details: I will carefully observe and capture details such as autumn leaves, temple carvings, and character costumes, all of which can become highlights of the picture. 4. Post-processing: I will use image processing software to post-process the photos, such as adjusting color, contrast, and brightness, etc., to enhance the expressiveness and artistic sense of the photos. I hope this information can help you better capture the beautiful scenery and history of the Hongluo Temple. Happy shooting!

📍Location: Hongluo Temple (No. 2 Hongluo East Road, Huairou District, Beijing) 🚌Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself (parking fee is 20/car), or take the Huairou-Miyun line for 1.5 hours from Beijing North to Yanxi Lake Station and then take a taxi to Hongluo Temple 🎫Ticket: 54 RMB per person ⏰Opening hours: 8:30-17:00, no entry after 16:00 Introduction: Hongluo Temple was founded in the fourth year of the Xiankang era during the Eastern Jin Dynasty, with a history of over 1600 years. Originally named Daming Temple, it is now known as Hongluo Temple, and there is a saying that 'Southern Putuo is to the south, Northern Hongluo is to the north'. Sightseeing: Bougainvillea Wall: Great for taking photos (The absence of true love is a kind of sadness - Bougainvillea Wall) Money Eye: Scan the code to buy coins (20 RMB for 10 coins) and throw them into the money eye to bring financial fortune 💰 Imperial Bamboo Forest: This bamboo forest was planted by Zen Master Yunshan during the Yuan Dynasty, with a history of over 600 years. Stroll through the Imperial Bamboo Forest and enjoy the peacefulness of time (especially early in the morning when there are no people) Hongluo Spring: The lake has lucky koi fish, and there are two red snails on the lake, suitable for taking photos ⭐Key points: Where to hang the red prayer ribbons: ① For career: Worship Sakyamuni and hang under the pines at the entrance of the 【Main Hall】 ② For marriage: First worship the ancestral master, then Sakyamuni, and pray with the Guanyin Bodhisattva's blessing ribbon. Women hang under the male ginkgo tree, and men under the female tree; ③ For wealth: Worship at the 【Garland Hall】 and hang under the pines in front of the hall ④ For health: Worship the Medicine Buddha and hang the blessing ribbon under the pines at the entrance of the 【Main Hall】 ⑤ For personal safety: Worship Guanyin and hang the blessing ribbon under the pines at the entrance of the 【Main Hall】 ⑥ For the safety of parents and elders: Worship the Thousand-Handed Bodhisattva and hang the blessing ribbon under the 【Wisteria Pines】 ⑦ For children: Worship Guanyin Bodhisattva, make a wish at the 【Guanyin Temple】 on the mountain, and hang the blessing ribbon at the entrance of the temple ⛰️Mountain climbing: Marriage-seeking route ①: Enter through the middle road - Imperial Bamboo Forest - Hit the Money Eye - Hongluo Pool - Strike the Bell - Hall of Heavenly Kings - Main Hall - Hall of Three Saints Child-seeking route ②: Take the western route - walk up the mountain on Guanyin Road, pass by 33 Guanyin statues, worship along the way, and the banners along the road show the efficacy of Hongluo Temple. Downhill cableway: Now it is operated by staff, so there is no need for self-operation, which greatly reduces the experience (downhill 80 RMB per person)

🍀 Hongluo Temple is located 3 kilometers north of Huairou District and 55 kilometers away from downtown Beijing. Facing south and built along the mountain, it is backed by Hongluo Mountain and overlooks Hongluo Lake. Surrounded by mountains and water, the area is rich in forests and ancient trees reaching to the sky. Hongluo Temple has a long history of over 1600 years and profound Buddhist cultural heritage, hence the saying 'Southern Putuo in the south, Northern Hongluo in the north'. 🍄 The legend of Hongluo Temple: It is said that two princesses of the Jade Emperor descended to earth together and were deeply attracted by a serene ancient temple in front of a beautifully scenic mountain. They developed the idea of living there. Thus, they transformed into human forms during the day, joining the monks in the temple to worship Buddha and chant scriptures. At night, they turned into a pair of red snails, hiding in the release pond in front of the temple, and they continuously used their magic to help the people solve their problems. Their arrival brought favorable weather and peace to the people, but this did not last long. When the Jade Emperor learned of their unauthorized descent, he immediately sent celestial soldiers to escort them back to heaven. The people missed the two ladies and called them 'Red Snail Maidens', praying and hoping for their return every day. They also named the mountain, spring, and temple with the word 'Hongluo'. Since then, the story of the 'Red Snail Fairies' has been passed down in this place, and the temple is known as 'Hongluo Temple'. 🌸 Attraction information: 'Three Wonders of Hongluo Temple' - Imperial Bamboo Forest, Male and Female Ginkgo Trees, and Wisteria Resting on Pines are famous both near and far. 💕 Ticket information: The ticket price for Hongluo Temple scenic area is 54 yuan per person (including Guanyin Temple). Slide ticket price: Round trip 100 yuan per person, one way: 80 yuan per person. 🕰️ Opening hours: May-September: 8:30-17:30, October-next April: 8:30-17:00 🚘 Transportation information: Bus: Take bus 916 from Dongzhimen to Huairou Bus Station, then transfer to H57 (Huairou Bus Station-Hongluo Temple) to Hongluo Temple scenic area. Tourist direct bus: Dongzhimen Outer to Hongluo Temple tourist direct bus

The travel plan is as follows: Day 1: - 08:00 Departure, drive to Huairou District, estimated travel time is 1 hour. - 09:00 Arrive in Huairou District, visit Huairou Reservoir, enjoy the lake and mountain scenery. - 11:00 Go to the nearby Huairou Old Street, taste local specialties, such as Huairou stewed chicken, chestnuts, etc. - 13:00 Go to the Hongluo Temple in Huairou, visit the ancient temple of a thousand years, and feel the cultural atmosphere. - 16:00 Leave the Hongluo Temple and check in at a homestay in Huairou District. Day 2: - 08:00 After breakfast, drive to Miyun District, estimated travel time is 1 hour. - 09:00 Arrive in Miyun District, visit Yunmeng Mountain National Forest Park, enjoy the natural scenery. - 11:00 Taste local specialties at a farmhouse near the park. - 13:00 Go to the Gubei Water Town in Miyun District, visit ancient buildings, and feel the cultural atmosphere. - 16:00 Take a boat tour of the Simatai Reservoir in Gubei Water Town. - 18:00 Leave Gubei Water Town and return to the homestay in Huairou District. Day 3: - 08:00 After breakfast, drive to Yanqing District, estimated travel time is 1 hour. - 09:00 Arrive in Yanqing District, visit the Badaling Great Wall, appreciate the historical style. - 11:00 Go to a nearby restaurant to taste local specialties, such as Yanqing tofu, mushroom stewed chicken, etc. - 13:00 Go to the World Garden Expo, visit gardens of various national styles. - 16:00 Leave the World Garden Expo and return to Beijing city. This itinerary avoids crowded places, focuses on natural scenery and cultural atmosphere, and also considers the needs of the elderly and children. Hope it helps you.

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I hereby declare—Hongluo Temple is the most exquisite temple in all of Beijing! There is simply no comparison! Previously, when one mentioned Hongluo Temple, the mind would instantly conjure images of the vast expanse of red leaves in late autumn and the two ancient golden ginkgo trees. However, during my inaugural summer visit, I was utterly astounded by the photographic aesthetics hidden within the temple~ Who could have imagined, a vibrant wall of bougainvillea blossoming in the heart of the temple, one might mistake it for a classical Chinese garden if not informed otherwise. Bougainvillea is a rare sight in the northern regions, especially such a grand waterfall of bougainvillea flowers, it is truly a unique spectacle in Beijing. The blooming period of bougainvillea in Hongluo Temple is quite long, almost visible throughout the four seasons. The tranquil bamboo grove, the delicate flowers, and the verdant lawn, every snapshot is a potential masterpiece! During the current season, the most beautiful and soft light for photography on the flower wall is after 16:00 in the afternoon. I recommend that you can first visit the temple for blessings, and after 16:00, when there are fewer tourists, it's the perfect time to return to the flower wall for photography. Ladies can also bring various props, such as classical Chinese fans and paper umbrellas; modern style camping chairs, bouquets, and straw hats are also a great match~ There is an old saying in Beijing: "Men to Yonghe and women to Hongluo", meaning men go to Yonghe Palace for blessings, and women go to Hongluo Temple for blessings. This saying is quite famous in Beijing's Buddhist prayer culture, especially as it is said that praying for marriage and children at Hongluo Temple is particularly effective~ Whether the legend is true or not, women will have to try for themselves, but I can assure you, it's guaranteed that girls can take beautiful photos at Hongluo Temple! Attraction Address: No. 2 Hongluo East Road, Huairou District, Beijing Transportation: Drive to the third parking lot of Hongluo Temple, about an hour's drive from the city Attraction Tickets: ¥54 per person, slide ticket one-way ¥80, round trip ¥100 Operating Hours: 08:30-17:00, quiet garden at 17:30.

In the spring, the ancient temple of Hongluo is serene and solemn, as if isolated from the world, enjoying a peaceful and beautiful solitude. Around the temple, a multitude of flowers bloom, with the welcoming spring blossoms, azaleas, forsythias, peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, magnolias, and bougainvillea cascading in a competition of splendor, forming a beautiful spring scroll. Amidst this sea of flowers, Hongluo Temple appears even more solemn and mysterious. It stands quietly, as if guarding this land and every person who comes to make a wish. I came to Hongluo Temple with a devout heart, hands clasped together, silently making a wish. The esoteric site of the ancient temple seems to possess a mysterious power, filling my wishes with efficacy. I pray for my family's safety and health, for the smooth development of my career, and for love as sweet as it was at the beginning. Each wish is like the flowers of spring, full of vitality and hope. Under the wishing tree of Hongluo Temple, I tied a red ribbon filled with wishes. At that moment, I seemed to feel an inner peace and tranquility, all my troubles carried away by the wind. Leaving Hongluo Temple, I looked back to see the temple shining in the spring sunlight, the ancient temple amidst the sea of flowers, like a beautiful painting, forever in my heart. Hongluo Temple, where flowers bloom profusely in spring, is a place of esoteric ancient charm. Here, I have felt the beauty of nature and experienced the efficacy of making wishes. May everyone who comes to Hongluo Temple find solace for their soul and realize their beautiful wishes.