Dragon Boat Festival at Guiyuan Zen Temple

During the Dragon Boat Festival, consider visiting Guiyuan Zen Temple in Hanyang District, Wuhan, to experience its unique tranquility and solemnity. Located at 20 Guiyuan Temple Road, the temple comprises the North, Central, and South courtyards, featuring main structures such as the Mahavira Hall, Sutra Library, and Arhat Hall. Spanning over 17,500 square meters, the temple is renowned for its architectural beauty, exquisite sculptures, and rich collections. Inside the temple, 500 gilded Arhat statues are enshrined, and visitors can participate in the "Counting Arhats" blessing activity. Men start counting from the left and women from the right, selecting a statue and counting up to their age to find the corresponding Arhat's meaning. The Mahavira Hall houses a solemn statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, while the 21.8-meter-tall double-sided Guanyin statue, made of gilded bronze, can be rotated 360° for viewing. The temple also features the ancient Cuiwei Spring, offering clear and drinkable spring water. During the Dragon Boat Festival, the temple may host activities such as sachet-making to enhance the festive atmosphere. Opening hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ticket sales end at 4:30 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM, and the temple closes at 5:00 PM). Tickets must be reserved in advance via the "Wuhan Guiyuan Zen Temple" public account. Students and seniors with valid IDs enjoy half-price tickets (10 RMB/person), while children under 1.2 meters, active military personnel, and individuals with disabilities are admitted free of charge. Visitors should dress modestly, avoiding revealing attire, and must remove hats and sunglasses before entering the halls. Complimentary incense (three sticks) is available at the temple, but bringing large or high incense is prohibited. When lighting incense, use your left hand to place it in the burner, and do not take unburned incense out of the temple. Photography and touching statues are prohibited in the Arhat Hall, and visitors should refrain from loud conversations inside the halls.