[2024 Dengfeng Attraction] Travel Guide for Talin (Updated Nov)

Last October I managed to get to one of the most northern capitals of EU - the capital of Estonia - Tallin. Even many years ago it was part of the Soviet Union nowadays the place is really different and beautiful. The architecture is amazing! It also offers good nightlife options. #happynewyear

"Tallinn" is the tomb of the ancient monks and the abbots since the establishment of the Shaolin Temple. It is a group of buildings with a long history in Shaolin Temple. Tallinn has a total of 248 stone towers. The height, size and number of layers of the tower are mainly determined by the depth, prestige and merits of Buddhism. In 2010, Shaolin Tallinn and Shaolin Temple were often hospitalized and ancestral ancestors. They were included in the World Heritage List as part of the ancient buildings in Dengfeng.

5-Day Itinerary for Kaifeng, Zhengzhou, and Luoyang in Henan Province.

Hey guys, here is a 5-day itinerary for Kaifeng, Zhengzhou, and Luoyang in Henan Province! Save it and start your journey to Central China! -------- 🚩Itinerary: D1: Arrive in Zhengzhou — Private airport/station transfer — Free time Arrive in Zhengzhou on the first day, enjoy a private airport transfer, and spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure. D2: Henan Museum->Millennium City Park->"The Great Song Dynasty" Show Travel back in time for a day, from the long history of the museum to the Song Dynasty style of Millennium City Park, and watch "The Great Song Dynasty" show at night to experience the prosperity of the Song Dynasty. D3: Shaolin Temple->Shaolin Kung Fu Show->Pagoda Forest->Sui and Tang Dynasties National Heritage Park->Luoyi Ancient City Be amazed by Shaolin Kung Fu and the solemnity of the Pagoda Forest. Head to Luoyang in the afternoon to visit the Sui and Tang Dynasties National Heritage Park and experience the charm of the ancient capital, then visit Luoyi Ancient City to appreciate the history. D4: Longmen Grottoes->Vairocana Buddha->Guyang Cave->Binyang Cave->White Horse Temple Be amazed by the thousand-year-old Buddha statues at Longmen Grottoes, the compassionate face of Vairocana Buddha, and the exquisite carvings of Guyang Cave and Binyang Cave, all of which tell the story of the glory of Buddhist art. Finally, visit White Horse Temple to experience the profound heritage of Chinese Buddhism. D5: Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area->Red Stone Gorge Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yuntai Mountain and the stunning Danxia landform of Red Stone Gorge. End your trip in the embrace of nature and leave with unforgettable memories. -------- Travel tips: - Local specialties: Kaifeng peanut cakes and spicy peanuts are good value for money and make great gifts🥜🎁 - Photo spots: The Corn Building and Erqi Memorial Tower in Zhengzhou are must-see landmarks📸🏙️ - November weather: The average temperature in Luoyang is 4–14°C, so remember to wear warm clothes🧣🌡️ - Food recommendations: Zhengzhou stewed noodles and Luoyang water banquet are authentic Henan flavors🍜🍲 - Attraction recommendations: Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple are great places to experience the charm of the ancient capital🏯🙏 -------- Walk along the ancient city walls of Kaifeng, stroll through the bustling streets of Zhengzhou, and experience the charm of the ancient capital of Luoyang. This three-city tour is waiting for you! Follow me for more itineraries~🎉

Luoyang Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple Family Tour Guide: Don't Miss Out!

Parents, if you're bringing your kids to Luoyang, don't miss these family-friendly attractions: Luoyang Museum, White Horse Temple, and the grotto culture waiting for you to explore! -------- 🚩Route Suggestions: DAY 1: Arrive in Luoyang -> Free time We recommend visiting Yingtianmen, Luoyi Ancient City, and Xigong Xiaojie to experience the charm of the ancient capital. DAY 2: Laojun Mountain Scenic Area -> Shili Huaping Visit Laojun Mountain to appreciate the beauty of the Taoist holy land, then stroll along Shili Huaping to admire the magnificent natural scenery. DAY 3: White Horse Temple -> Luoyang Museum -> Longmen Grottoes -> Lushena Buddha Start with the ancient White Horse Temple to experience the charm of Buddhist culture, then visit Luoyang Museum to explore historical relics, and finally head to Longmen Grottoes to be amazed by the solemnity and sanctity of Lushena Buddha. DAY 4: Shaolin Temple -> Zhengzhou Shaolin Martial Arts Performance -> Pagoda Forest Experience Shaolin Kung Fu, watch an exciting martial arts performance, and then visit the Pagoda Forest to feel the close connection between martial arts and Zen Buddhism. -------- Travel Checklist: 🧳Luoyang Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple Essentials 👕Clothing: Luoyang is already in autumn in November, so we recommend wearing a light jacket or thin down jacket with long pants and comfortable sneakers to stay warm and comfortable. 🎒Accessories: Don't forget to bring a sun hat and sunglasses, as autumn sunshine can still be strong. Also, bring a power bank to ensure your phone is fully charged so you can take photos without missing a moment. 📲Documents: Bring your ID card, and if you have a student ID or senior citizen ID, bring them too to enjoy ticket discounts. Remember to book tickets in advance to avoid queuing on-site. -------- On your trip to Luoyang, don't miss Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple! For more exciting guides, follow me 💖 and let's explore the endless possibilities of travel together!

Shaolin: Story of Gongfu

#chinatrip Currently, the Shaolin Temple is protected by the state and is open to tourists. It is one of the most famous symbols of China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. UNESCO recognized the ancient buildings of the monastery and its role in spreading Zen Buddhism and martial arts in Japan, Korea and many other countries as valuable for the history of mankind. Tourists from all over the world come to Shaolin Temple to watch a show of martial artists, admire the architecture of the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1912) dynasties and see the Talin Pagoda Forest – the burial place of hundreds of monks. Shaolin Temple is the most famous temple in China, it is rightfully called the "cradle of Zen Buddhism". The kind of Buddhism that originated in this historical place places special importance on both martial arts training and Zen meditation. This type of meditation, practiced in Japan, appeared here, in the Shaolin Monastery. Shaolin monks had a great influence on the spread of Buddhism and martial arts in Korea and Japan. Much more than in China itself, where many styles of martial arts, religions and philosophies coexisted. Shaolin was founded by an Indian named Bato. Around 495, with the support of the emperor, who approved his teachings, the construction of the legendary complex began. Another Indian, known in China as Damo, arrived in the country around 526. It is known that in India he devoted a lot of time to Mahayana Buddhism. This type of Buddhist practice requires intensive training: physical exercises and martial arts, as well as teaching and meditation. When Damo arrived at the Shaolin Temple, he criticized the monks for being weak and not proficient in any kind of martial arts. He was asked to leave the monastery. He is said to have retired and meditated in a cave for a while, after which he was accepted by other monks and the training began.

The Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest, a World Cultural Heritage site, is located in the Shaolin Temple scenic area of Dengfeng City, Songshan Mountain

🌹 Tour Time: 1 hour 🌹 Ticket: Includes admission to the scenic area Transportation: Direct access to the scenic area by sightseeing car 🌹 The Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest is situated 300 meters west of the Shaolin Temple monastery. With a long history that spans the Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing, Republic of China, and modern times, the entire area covers 20,000 square meters. It is the largest and most numerous ancient pagoda complex existing in China, embodying the pinnacle of ancient brick and stone architecture, sculpture, calligraphy, painting, and other arts. It is acclaimed by experts and scholars as an 'ancient pagoda art museum'. It is a national key cultural relics protection unit and was inscribed on the World Cultural Heritage list in 2010. 🌹 Upon arrival, one can see towering cypress trees and pagodas of various shapes and sizes—large and small, thick and thin, tall and short, and even those with lotus throne bases. Their diverse forms and orderly arrangement fully reflect the Buddhist status and prestige of the high monks who passed away. The high-ranking ones are the seven-story ancient pagodas that reflect the seven levels of a stupa in the sunlight, symbolizing boundless merit and benevolence. From a distance, they resemble a dense forest, earning them the name 'Pagoda Forest'. This site holds significant reference value for further understanding and researching the history of Shaolin Temple's high monks, Buddhism, and pagoda culture.

Henan | There are many types of pagodas, and the large ones are diverse, looking like a lush pagoda forest

❤Recommended reason: The Pagoda Forest is one of the eight places and eleven historical building groups of the World Cultural Heritage in the middle of the earth in Dengfeng. It is located about 300 meters west of the Shaolin Temple's permanent residence, covering an area of more than 14,000 square meters. It is the burial place of monks from the Shaolin Temple throughout the ages. 👍Most recommended: There are currently 248 pagodas from the Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming, Qing, and modern times. There are vase-shaped, square, parabolic, brick-built, and stone-carved ones. It can be said that it retains the characteristics of architecture from all dynasties and periods. Because there are many types of pagodas, they are of different sizes and diverse forms, looking like a lush forest, so they are called the Pagoda Forest. If a monk builds a pagoda in the Pagoda Forest, the Shaolin Temple does not use public funds in principle. The funds come from his own heritage and the donations of his disciples, so the height and size represent his status, merit, number of disciples, and economic conditions during his lifetime. 🌟Highlights: Shaolin martial arts are diverse and an important part of Chinese martial arts. Shaolin martial arts were developed on the basis of widely absorbing traditional Chinese martial arts. The technical system is complete and exquisite, and it is well-known at home and abroad. 'Chinese Kung Fu is the best in the world, and all Kung Fu comes from Shaolin', 'Hearing is not as good as seeing, and seeing is not as good as watching.'

Shaolin Temple Tallinn is the largest Tallinn in China. There are more than 230 types of tomb towers with a mix of brick, stone and masonry, covering an area of about 21,000 square meters. The oldest stupa in Tallinn, dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Among them, 2 Towers of Tang Tower and 2 Towers of Song Tower. There are 10 Jinta, 46 Yuan Tower and 148 Ming Tower. The rest is Qingta or the age is unknown. The shape is also varied, with single-layer single-tower, single-layer dense tower, Indian sloping tower and various Lama towers. There are squares, rectangles, hexagons, octagons, circles, etc. It is a treasure trove of comprehensive research on ancient masonry and sculpture art in China. The Shaolin Temple Tallinn is the tomb of the monks of the Shaolin Temple. After the death of the famous Buddhist monk in the Buddhist world, they put their ashes or bones into the underground palace and built towers on them to show merit. The height, size and number of layers of the tower are mainly determined by the depth, prestige, and merit of the Buddhist monks.