Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai have their own "Potala Palace" and "Louvre"

but it was my first time visiting📍Lingshan Scenic Area Besides the iconic 88-meter-tall Lingshan Giant Buddha, it surprisingly hides a "Mini Potala Palace" and a "Mini Louvre"❗️ From Shanghai, it's just a 🚗2-hour drive or 🚄50-minute high-speed train ride. You can experience diverse exotic cultural vibes in just one day. ⬇️Recommended itinerary: Lingshan Giant Buddha ⇢ Xiangfu Zen Temple ⇢ Koi Pond ⇢ World's First Palm ⇢ Brahma Palace ⇢ Manfeilong Pagoda ⇢ Five Seal Mandala City ⇢ Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha 🔔Lingshan Giant Buddha Climb 218 steps on the Cloud Path to reach the mountaintop, or take the sightseeing car + elevator directly. Gazing up at the giant Buddha from below is truly spectacular. Along the way, the Nirvana Hall Museum is also worth a visit. 🪷Five Seal Mandala City I was initially drawn to this "Mini Potala Palace"! This Tibetan-style building stands on water, with its red-and-white walls and golden roof shimmering brilliantly against the azure lake. 🏛️Brahma Palace The resplendent exterior has earned it the title of "Eastern Louvre." Inside, it’s even more breathtaking, filled with artistic treasures. The most awe-inspiring is the palace’s centerpiece—a colossal colored glass masterpiece! There are also four daily immersive cultural experiences. 💡From July 3rd, the "Luoyang Longmen Grottoes Special Exhibition" begins—"Twin Splendors: The Artistic Collision of Longmen Grottoes and Lingshan Scenic Area," offering countless photo opportunities! 📿Xiangfu Zen Temple Besides the giant Buddha, there’s also an 8-meter-tall smaller Buddha here—the best spot to capture both in one frame. The smaller Buddha is perfect for ✋high-five photos. Place your camera or phone close to the ground and shoot upward for a clever perspective shot! 🤍Manfeilong Pagoda A replica of the White Pagoda in Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, this Southern Buddhist architecture sees few visitors, making it ideal for portrait photography. 🎋Koi Pond The water is crystal clear, teeming with colorful koi. There’s an automatic fish food vending machine nearby. 🪬World's First Palm A 1:1 replica of the giant Buddha’s right hand, standing 11.7 meters tall and weighing 13 tons. Stand beneath it—"Touch the Buddha’s hand for blessings and longevity." 💦Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha This performance depicts a 7.2-meter-tall Little Prince Buddha rising slowly on a lotus while nine bronze dragons bathe him. There are four daily shows, with the latest at 16:45. 📱Search for 🔍Lingshan Scenic Area on 🍊 for detailed event schedules and maps. 🛺Sightseeing cars run inside the scenic area, offering unlimited rides to all attractions. 🍜Vegetarian meals and snacks are available inside Brahma Palace, Xingtan Square, and the South Gate. The "Vegetarian Restaurant" near World's First Palm is highly recommended for its generous portions of delicious noodles and buns. 🏨If time allows, stay overnight in the scenic area. The most convenient option is "Lingshan Retreat Hotel," a serene hideaway with a private entrance and parking, avoiding 90% of the crowds.