Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing is located on the West Mountain Island of Taihu Lake in Suzhou, facing the vast [...]
Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing is located on the West Mountain Island of Taihu Lake in Suzhou, facing the vast Taihu Lake to the south and backed by the highest peak of the Taihu Seventy-two Peaks, the ethereal Misty Peak, to the north. It is surrounded by mountains resembling the Azure Dragon and the White Tiger to the east and west, embodying a perfect geographical location that integrates burning incense and worshipping Buddha, natural scenery, leisure vacation, and self-cultivation, making it a sacred Buddhist cultural site. West Mountain Island of Taihu Lake in Suzhou has been home to numerous temples since ancient times, with thriving incense and a legacy as a sacred Buddhist land passed down through the generations.
The Da Guanyin Zen Temple within the scenic area, originally built in the second year of the Yuanjia period of the Southern Dynasty (425 AD), is an ancient site dedicated to Guanyin and has had an indissoluble bond with six emperors. Historically, many literati and poets have visited this place, leaving behind a wealth of poetic inscriptions. The newly rebuilt Da Guanyin Zen Temple, with its exquisite elegance and refined style, completely subverts the traditional temple style and represents the new trend in contemporary Buddhist art.
Opening hours are from 08:00 to 17:00 all year round.
Preferential policies:
1. Free admission policy: Children under 1.2 meters in height (not including); local residents aged 70 and above (with ID card); active-duty military personnel (with military officer or soldier ID); people with disabilities (with disability certificate); clergy of the same religion (with valid documents); and lay Buddhists of Suzhou Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing (with valid documents) are admitted for free.
2. Preferential ticket policy: Children between 1.2 meters (including) and 1.4 meters (including) in height; people aged 60 and above; full-time university undergraduate students and below with student ID can purchase discounted tickets. (Please purchase at the scenic area’s ticket window.)
3. The above information is for reference only; specific details are subject to the public notice at the scenic area.
Service facilities:
Parking lot: [Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing Parking Lot] Reference price: Free; Address: At the entrance of Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing; Spaces: 800 small car spaces, 200 large car spaces.
Restrooms: There are multiple restrooms within Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing, located near the east parking lot, behind the vegetarian dining hall, and near the Vajra Throne Square, all marked with conspicuous signs.
Restaurant: There is a restaurant within Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing, located near the Wuguan Hall and marked with conspicuous signs. Alipay and WeChat Pay are accepted.
Convenience stores: There are multiple vending machines within Da Ru Yi Sheng Jing, located near the Ruyi Square, Buddhist Worship Square, and Vajra Throne Square. Alipay and WeChat Pay are accepted.
