[2025 Yongxiu Attraction] Travel guide for Zhenruchan Temple (updated Dec)

Treasure this quickly, everyone!! The thousand-year-old ginkgo trees have turned yellow, and the beautiful scenery of Yunju Mountain's True Suchness Temple is truly stunning! If you miss this wave of golden color, you'll have to wait another year~ 🏯 True Suchness Zen Temple is definitely a top-tier autumn viewing spot! The 1,200-year-old ancient temple paired with golden ginkgo trees makes every photo look like a masterpiece. The scene of three monks walking out of the temple gate, with blue sky, white clouds, and distant mountains as the backdrop, instantly fills you with Zen vibes! 👉 One-day tour guide Depart from Nanchang at 6 AM and drive 1.5 hours (20 minutes on mountain roads) straight to the mountaintop 🏔 Arrive at True Suchness Temple at 7:30 AM, where the ginkgo trees glow golden in the morning light—perfect for photos! At 11:00 AM, be on time for the vegetarian meal (don’t be late), it’s free! Eat your fill and get some fruit too—remember to keep quiet! 📸【Must-shoot scenes】 1️⃣ Temple main entrance: stone path with monks walking and golden ginkgo trees 2️⃣ In front of the Great Compassion Hall: ancient architecture eaves and ginkgo leaves on the ground form a natural frame 3️⃣ Pagoda Forest area: classic composition of red walls and golden leaves 🚗 Transportation For self-driving, navigate to "Yunju Mountain - True Suchness Temple Parking Lot"; mountain roads have many turns, drive slowly Charter from downtown Nanchang costs 200-300 RMB per car; carpooling with 4 people is the most cost-effective ‼️【Notes】 ① No phone use or loud talking in the dining hall ② You can stay at a farmhouse at the foot of the mountain to enter the scenic area early the next day ③ Remember to wear a hat on sunny days; the sunlight inside the temple is very strong ④ Nanchang Tourism Card users can enter for free with facial recognition!

Under the thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, calmly encounter the most beautiful Yunju Mountain⛰️ Escape the city's hustle and bustle and come to Zhenru Zen Temple in Yongxiu to experience a Zen lifestyle! Here, not only is there a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, but also a tranquil Zen atmosphere that soothes the soul～perfect for taking amazing photos📸 📍Address: Yunju Mountain Scenic Area, Yongxiu County, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province 🕰️Opening Hours: 06:00-17:00 (last entry at 17:00) 🚗Travel Tips: It is recommended to drive; about 1.5 hours from Nanchang Or take the high-speed train to Yongxiu Station, then a taxi for about 40 minutes Must-visit spots: 1️⃣ Thousand-year-old Ginkgo Tree: Golden leaves in autumn, perfect for photos 2️⃣ Zhenru Zen Temple Main Hall: Simple and solemn, full of Zen spirit Travel Tips: - Best photo times are before 10 AM or after 3 PM - Remember to wear comfortable shoes, as some walking is required - You can try the temple’s vegetarian meals, light and delicious This place is truly perfect for clearing your mind! Standing under the thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, it feels like you can hear the echoes of history✨

📿 The thousand-year-old ginkgo trees at Zhenru Temple on Yunju Mountain have turned yellow. What a rich and grand romantic autumn scene, as beautiful as a painting. When I arrived, the leaves of a few trees at the entrance had almost completely turned yellow and fallen, but the thousand-year-old ancient tree in the inner courtyard was only partially yellow so far. In a few days, it will be even more spectacular. Zhenru Temple was founded during the first year of Emperor Xianzong of the Tang Dynasty. It is located deep in the mountains of Yunju Mountain, surrounded by beautiful scenery of mountain ranges. It must have once been a great place to escape the world, and now it remains an excellent place for quiet cultivation. .

I was shocked the first time I went, it's so beautiful! If you want to go, it is recommended to drive yourself. Navigate directly to the visitor center to buy tickets 🎫, or use a transportation card to get in for free. The garden view of the Zhenru Temple is beautiful. There is an ancient ginkgo tree behind the main hall, which is said to have a thousand years of life. I look forward to seeing it again in the fall. It can be an alternative to the ginkgo trees in the Zhenru Temple in Shanghai. There are many creatures in the temple. There is Mingyue Lake in front of the main hall, and a large group of pigeons behind the main hall. They are very friendly. There are kittens in the yard. The master said that they were sent by pilgrims and are super cute. I'm too ignorant. I'll tell you quietly: the vegetarian meal in the evening is free, and it tastes great 🥰🥰 Tips summarized from walking 30,000 steps ✅ It is recommended to wear plain cotton and linen/new Chinese style clothes, which are super compatible with the temple's vibe! ✅ If you want to experience it in depth, residents can sign up for meditation (the schedule is on p13) ✅ The joint ticket includes the Baihua Valley camping area. It's great to go down the mountain after watching the sunset

See the "sea" in Jiangxi, at Lushan West Sea🌊 With over 8,000 islands scattered across the lake, it's like a dreamy water wonderland. 🌟Must-try experiences: Take a boat tour, feel the breeze, and experience the island scenery up close. Climb the West Sea Star Glass Tower for a breathtaking panoramic view of the West Sea. Check in at popular photo spots and take stunning photos to impress your friends. 🏞Nearby attractions: Yunju Mountain Zhenru Chan Temple, a place full of Zen, offering peace and healing for the soul. 🍱Local specialties: Don't miss the local fresh river food, tender and delicious, especially the steamed dishes that retain the original flavor. Friends, let's start a spontaneous trip to Lushan West Sea this weekend!

🚔Self-driving 📍Navigation👉Yunjushan Visitor Center, the scenic area can be driven by car for an additional 5 yuan. ✅️The tickets are a bit expensive, but the air in the mountains is so good👍 1️⃣The winding mountain road is narrow and I felt a little dizzy when driving on this road for the first time, even when going down the mountain. The mountain is very high and the winding road takes about 30 minutes. 2️⃣There is a waterfall in Yunchi, and there is a shuttle bus you can take. We didn't get it and we don't know the specific time. 3️⃣Zhenru Temple, the temple is very simple and houses Maitreya Buddha inside. There are carps, ducks, geese, and many pigeons in the small pond ✅️In short, being in nature makes you feel happy😀