Situated a mere 88 kilometers from Beijing and 110 kilometers from Tianjin, Mount Panshan Scenic Area is a popular destination among city dwellers as a weekend getaway for the tranquil and stunning beauty that surrounds the mountains as well as the historical importance and significance that it plays in the rich culture of China. It is also a popular tourist destination for the same reasons as well as for pilgrimages to visit the number of Buddhist temples and monasteries scattered across the mountain range.
Since the age of the Hang Dynasty the dazzling beauty of Mt. Panshan has been acknowledged and admired. During the times of the Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasties close to seventy two temples, numerous Xanadus, thirteen pagodas and several towers were built on the mountain. The dramatic boulders, rough terrain, elegant crystal clear streams, astonishing peaks and lush green vegetation of jade pine trees has drawn hundreds of poets, scholars, officials and emporers through time and one such is the illustrated emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dyansty who made thirty visits and wrote 1366 poems about the scenic brilliance of the mountain.
Though during the World Wars the resort went into deterioration, the present government has undertaken steps to restore as well as build new temples to preserve this national heritage site. The four main temples, Tiancheng Temple (God proposing temple), Yunzhao Temple (Cloud Hiding Temple), Wanfo Temple (Ten Thousand Buddha Temple- home to 10,960 small Buddha statues) and Wansong Temple (Ten thousand Pine Temple) have been restored to their original brilliance as well as the Ancient Dagoba which is tallest tower on the mountain. Known as the ‘First Mountain east of Beijing’ the mountain has been named as one of the fifteen most scenic views in China for its spectacular view of the surrounding valleys and even a small section of the great wall, and is a must visit for all who visit China to get a glimpse of the rich past and culture of China.
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