Gujian Mountain Scenic Area is a very suitable place to visit all year round. It has beautiful natural scenery and a long history of cultural landscapes. It is a temple in the front mountain and a reservoir in the back mountain. It is a rare free attraction in Chongqing and a summer resort. Suitable for weekend outings. Introduction to the scenic spot
Chen Kun, a famous poet of the Qing Dynasty, climbed to the ancient sword mountain and wrote a poem: "The ancient sword is so high that it is difficult to pull out, and it reaches into the sky with its formidable strength; the overhanging rock plate has no pedals, and the broken wall locks the flying bridge; the city wall is lower than the foot. The stars are hanging around your waist; if you can meet gods, where can you find freedom?" During the Anti-Japanese War, foreigners such as General Stilwell and General Chennault from the United States, as well as Zhao Suang and Kim Xuekui from the Korean government also came here to praise the strange peaks of Gujian Mountain. Beautiful view.
The gardens behind the main city of Chongqing are full of beautiful scenery.
Geographical location: Gujian Mountain is located at the junction of Jiangjin Simian Mountain, Wansheng Black Valley and Nanchuan Jinfo Mountain, in Chongqing. The core location of the boutique tourist belt. It is home to two provincial forest parks, Gujian Mountain and Changtian Forest Park, and a Qingxi River, whose ancient name is Fengen River. It is known as the "Bashu Lijiang" and there are more than 20 large and small lakes in the scenic area.
Natural environment: The altitude of Gujian Mountain is between 700 and 1,300 meters, and the average annual temperature is 18.7°C. The annual average temperature is 5-7 degrees lower than the main city of Chongqing. The negative oxygen ion content ranks first in the city. The original ecological animal and plant resources are extremely rich. The excellent climate and beautiful natural scenery form a natural place for health and leisure.
Humanistic heritage: The ancient Jianshan cultural landscape "Jingyin Temple", which was famous as far back as the pre-Song Dynasty, has been renovated during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty and the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty. It has a history of more than 1,000 years and is one of the most famous cultural attractions in Bashu. A famous Buddhist holy place, it is known as "the first temple in southern Chongqing and northern Guizhou".
Tourist route: Gujian Mountain is located in the northwest of Qijiang City, only 1 km away from Qijiang City. It takes about an hour’s drive from the main city of Chongqing to the core scenic spot via the Chongqing-Guizhou Expressway. In 2014, Chongqing-Guizhou After the new high-speed railway line is completed, the drive from the main city to the scenic spot will take less than half an hour. Tour route
Prayer Tour: Visitor Reception Center → Baoji Road → Jingyin Temple → Ancient Mirror Pavilion → Ancient Sword Pavilion → “A Bowl of Water” → Moer Cave → Sanfo Rock → Sheshen Cliff → Suo Concentric locks and prayer charms →
Tourist shops → Qijiang guild hall/farmhouse → Ecological sports park → Gujianshan tourist shops
Experience tour: Tourist reception center → Peak of Gujianshan →Reincarnation of Water→Ruyi Terrace→Danxia Wonders→Thousand Buddha Cliff→Huantong Stone→Fayu Stone→Xianghaiyi Service Area→Peach Stone→
Juehai Cloud Ladder→Eight Merits Water→Reclining Buddha →Sky Eye Stone→Avalokitesvara Service Area→Jingyin Temple→Sacrifice Cliff→Lock the same heart lock and tie a prayer charm→Buddhist Pagoda→Monk Tomb→Zen Cave→Seven Immortals Yaotai→
Avalokitesvara Service Area →Sanjing Lake→Ecological Sports Park→Gujianshan Boutique Store
Health tour: Tourist Reception Center→Sightseeing Car→Sanjing Lake→Forest→Guanzi Service Area→Seven Immortals Yaotai→Zen Cave→ Monk Tomb → Pagoda → Jingyin Temple → Sheshen Cliff →
Three Buddha Rocks → Moer Cave → Ancient Mirror Pavilion → Ancient Sword Pavilion → Qijiang Guild Hall/Farmhouse → Ecological Sports Park → Gujian Mountain Tourist Shop
Art Tour: Visitor Reception Center→Gujianshan Leigushi Art Park→Sanjing Lake→Nandai Lake→Terrace Landscape→
Art Creation Base (Huang Zhonghua Studio, Canada Pavilion, Li Yili Studio, Zhang Ping Studio, Dai Daquan Studio, etc.)→Original farmhouse lunch→Experience pottery making, calligraphy, printmaking, etc.→Visitor Reception Center→
Tourist Boutique Shop Attractions Introduction
1. Jingyin Temple
Jingyin Temple is located at the highest point of Zuigongzui Mountain. From a distance, it looks like it is built on the head of the "Chicken Gong". Jingyin Temple has a long history. During the Pre-Song Dynasty (AD 960), Jingyin Temple began to take shape. From the original Dongyue Temple, it expanded to include the "Mainxiong Hall", "Three Holy Temples", "Guanyin Hall", "Manjusri Hall" and "Puxian Hall". ", "Fushou Hall", "Sutra Library" and other halls. Later, there was no land to build temples on the mountain, so people built the temples at the foot of the mountain. In its heyday, there were many temples on the mountain and under the mountain, and monks and believers shuttled back and forth.
The "Qijiang County Chronicle" published in the fifth year of Daoguang reign of the Qing Dynasty records that Dongyue Temple was "founded in the former Song Dynasty" (960-1129). In other words, it has been 1,000 years since the temple was built on Jigongzui. history. During the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, Jingyin Temple was renovated, but the architectural style is still distinctive. It is built on the mountain, accompanied by the mountain, and integrated with the plants and trees of Gujian Mountain. Watching the sunrise and sunset, in the passing time It tells the story of eternity.
Jingyin Temple currently has six halls, namely the Wealth Hall, the King Kong Hall, the Wei Tuo Hall, the Guanyin Hall, the Medicine Master Hall, and the Guangming Hall. In 1999 and 2007, the great monk Weixian, vice chairman of the Advisory Committee of the Buddhist Association of China and president of the Chongqing Buddhist Association, went to Gujian Mountain twice and led a group of eminent monks to consecrate the Buddha statue of Jingyin Temple. Thousands of people admired it, and the occasion was unprecedented. More prosperous. The proverb that has been passed down for thousands of years, "The Bodhisattva with the cock's mouth should be far away but not close!" has now been changed to "The Bodhisattva with the cock's mouth should be far away but not close!"
2. Moon Lake
A long time ago, there was a thatched house by Moon Lake, where a Zen master practiced practice all year round. One evening, the Zen master returned from a walk and saw that his hut was visited by a thief. The Zen master was afraid of alerting the thief, so he stood waiting at the door and had already taken off his coat and put it in his hands. He said, "You walked all the way to the mountains to visit me. I can't let you go back empty-handed! It's late at night, so take this dress and go!" After saying that, he put the dress on the thief, who didn't know what to do. He took measures and left with his head lowered. The Zen Master watched the thief disappear into the forest, and he couldn't help but sigh: "Poor man! I wish I could send him a bright moon to light up his way down the mountain." The next day, the Zen Master looked at the thief in the warm sunshine. Open your eyes under the touch. Seeing that the coat he had put on the thief was folded neatly and placed at the door, the Zen master said happily: "I finally gave him a bright moon!"
The Moon Lake also got its name from this. .
3. The stone path leads to the sky
Gujian Mountain is tall and tall, like a sword pointing to the clouds. It is surrounded by clouds and mist all year round. At first, there was only a thatched path leading to the top of the mountain, which was rugged and difficult. Mountaineers often Fall off the cliff. According to the "Daoguang Qijiang County Chronicle", this road was built with donations from ladies in Qiyi. The stone path was built along the mountain, just like a stone staircase reaching the sky, so it was named "Stone Path Leading to the Sky". In order to commemorate the merits of the lady who donated money, it is also called "Baoji Road".
4. Ancient Sword Pavilion and Ancient Mirror Pavilion
In the early Song Dynasty, due to the reconstruction of Dongyue Temple, the foundation was dug to obtain an ancient sword and an ancient mirror, so later generations built the Ancient Sword Pavilion. and ancient mirror pavilion as a memorial and as a resting place for mountain climbers. The Ancient Sword Pavilion was built in the early Ming Dynasty. It is a cloister-style building with a wooden structure. Since it was damaged at the time, the current Ancient Sword Pavilion was rebuilt on the original site according to its original appearance.
5. Guzhaimen
Qijiang is located at the junction of Chongqing and Guizhou, the border between the two provinces, and there were many wars in ancient times. Gujian Mountain has become a battleground for military strategists of all ages because of its dangerous location and favorable terrain that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. The ancient village gate is a product of the war, and now it has become the best cultural relic for tourists to climb and recall the past.
6. A bowl of water
This bowl made of clay from a local kiln hidden under the grass on the roadside is what people call "a bowl of water". There is a hidden ditch above the earthen bowl, and a steady stream of water flows down from the mountain. But the water flow is so small that you can't even see the water flowing with the naked eye. No matter how dry the weather is, this water flows continuously all year round, and the water in the bowl remains full year after year, inexhaustible. No one knows where this water comes from in the mountains. People passing by are accustomed to stopping here to sip the clean spring water. After the refreshing and sweet cold water enters your stomach, you will feel refreshed.
7. Supporting Rock
According to folklore, Supporting Rock has the function of eliminating back pain. According to legend, an eminent monk once injured his waist in Jingyin Temple and rested here when passing up and down the mountain. Coincidentally, the cool air flowing out of the rock crevice made the monk feel extremely cold, and the affected area felt extremely comfortable. After a few days, the waist injury healed, and the waist became surprisingly strong. After everyone learned about it, the faithful men and women who came to the temple to pray to gods and Buddhas would hold incense candles under the supporting rock to prevent the cracks in the rock from closing and destroying this good medicine.
8. Moer Cave
On the way to climb the Gujian Pheasant’s Male Mouth, there is a natural gap in the mountain wall, where two boulders that look like a “couple kissing” meet. Together, we bent down and got into the Lovers' Rock. There was a cliff on the right and a small triangular hole on the left. This small hole that could only accommodate one hand was the "Moer Cave". It is said that "Mo'erdong" is very effective in seeking children. Close your eyes, clear your mind, and put your hand into the hole. If you touch sand in the cave, you will have a daughter. If you touch pebbles, you will have a son.
9. Three Buddha Rock
Three Tathagata Buddha statues of different shapes are engraved on the stone wall. This is the famous "Three Buddha Rock" in Gujian Mountain. Tathagata Buddha has a smiling face and bright eyes, welcoming everyone.
The four characters "Ancient Sword Famous Mountain" are engraved on the top of the Three Buddha Rocks. They were written by Zhu Yuanzhang, Emperor Taizu of the Ming Dynasty, and were carved by craftsmen.
The sword obtained when the foundation of Jingyin Temple was rebuilt was also hung next to the inscription. As a sword to guard the temple, the ancient sword was lost during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty and its whereabouts are still unknown.
On these cliffs, there are still many cliff inscriptions written by literati. However, due to the age, most of them have been blurred. In one place, it can be clearly identified that "Yongzheng was born in the eighth year of Geng" The words "Xu December".
10. Yin-Yang Tomb
The "Yin-Yang Tomb" is hidden in a patch of weeds on the mountain behind Jigongzui. After years of wind and rain erosion, it has become unrecognizable, but there are magical legends about the tomb. Lasts forever.
11. Yangqiao and Sheshen Cliff
Yangqiao is located at Jitou on the Jigongzui Peak. The locals also call it Sheshen Cliff. Sheshen Rock is shaped like a boat and is located between two solitary peaks. There is a deep valley between the peaks. From a distance, it looks like a magical natural bridge. Therefore, later generations also called it "Yang Bridge".
12. Heart-to-Heart Locks
The densely packed "Heart-to-Heart Locks" locked tightly together have become a dazzling scenery on Yangqiao. It is said that if lovers lock a heart-to-heart lock here, their love will last forever; if relatives lock a heart-to-heart lock here, the family will love each other and be happy forever. There are many locks here, and the oldest lock is more than 100 years old. Although the locks here look like ordinary locks, each lock has a little-known story.
13. Chessboard Stone
The Chessboard Stone is located on the top of the Jigongzui Three Buddhas Cliff. It faces the cliff on three sides. The lines are the Chu, Han, Jing and Wei of the chessboard.
14. Pagoda
The Pagoda, also known as pagoda and pagoda, is a symbol of Buddhism. The pagoda was first used to enshrine and place relics, scriptures and various dharma objects. According to Buddhist records, the relics of the Buddha Sakyamuni were cremated after his Nirvana, and were collected by eight local kings, who built pagodas to enshrine them. Tens of thousands of pagodas spread across the north, south, east and west of my country are representatives of ancient high-rise buildings. Their exquisite materials, ingenious structures, superb skills and rich types far exceed the writings of literati of all ages. The pagoda in front of me was discovered by an old man who went up the mountain to collect medicine. At that time, the pagoda was in pieces, and it was restored to its full glory. The pagoda is hexagonal, about 3 meters high and 4 meters in diameter at the bottom. The top of the pagoda is engraved with exquisite patterns and the workmanship is very exquisite. The blurred handwriting on it can make people feel the imprint of time.
15. Bodhi Garden
The original name of "Bodhi Tree" is "Bibola Tree". It is mainly distributed in the southwest and Indochina Peninsula in China. The Bodhi tree is the national tree of India and the county tree of Hualien, Taiwan. "Bodhi" means "enlightenment". It was named "Bodhi Tree" because Sakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism, attained enlightenment under this tree. The Bodhi trees in the garden were planted by eminent monks from all over the country. The Bodhi Garden has also become a place for monks who come to Gujian Mountain to practice and enlighten themselves.
16. Monk's Tomb
This is the place where monks were buried after their death, hence the name "Monk's Tomb". Legend has it that the abbot of Jingyin Temple was once a general of the Ming Dynasty. After the fall of the Ming Dynasty, he became a monk here to escape pursuit by the Qing army. After being reported by traitors, the imperial court sent troops to attack the temple, resulting in numerous casualties among the temple monks. The nearby residents and believers buried the deceased monks here.
17. Zen Cave
The Zen Cave is a place used by lamas to meditate and practice. Zen itself means meditation and is a Buddhist practice method. To meditate, you have to find a remote place where no one will disturb you and practice quietly.
The Zen Cave on Gujian Mountain is a stone room about 5 meters wide and 1.5 meters high using a natural gap between the boulder and the ground, and surrounding it with strips of stone. There are traces of carvings on the stone wall on the right, but they have been completely eroded by the years and cannot be read. The lines of the statue of Maitreya Buddha sitting in meditation on the left wall are still relatively clear, but it is no longer possible to tell which era it was and which master's work it was. There is a lotus-shaped stone plate on the right side of the stone house. The pattern of lotus petals carved on the stone plate is clearly visible, and the bottom is shaped like a modern wine glass. The surface of the lotus disk already has a concave shape, which was created by the Zen master sitting in meditation. There are still door pillars on the left and right lintels of the stone house, which shows that there were stone gates in the Zen cave in the past. I can’t imagine what kind of state of mind the Zen master would feel sitting in a dark stone room if this small door was also closed.
18. Guanzizi
Guanzizi The service area is an important node in the scenic area and the intersection of three walking trails.
Avalokitesvara is Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, also known as Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, Guangshiyin Bodhisattva, etc. According to Master Xuanzang’s translation, Avalokitesvara means “seeing things that exist independently (originally existing) in the world”. He is one of the four great bodhisattvas. With infinite wisdom and magical powers, he can save the sufferings of the world. When people encounter disasters, anyone who reads his name will go to save them. In Buddhism, he, Amitabha and Mahasthamaprapta are known as the "Three Saints of the West".
19. Sanjing Lake
Sanjing Lake is composed of three mountain lakes, which respectively represent the three realms of Buddhism: "precepts, concentration, and wisdom". Precepts, Dharma, and Wisdom are also called the Three Learnings, or the Three Learnings of No Omissions. Precepts are to stop evil deeds, concentration is to focus on one place, and wisdom is to destroy illusions and realize the truth. If you keep the precepts and purify your mind, you will be at peace. If your mind is at peace, you will be able to attain concentration. If you attain concentration, you will be able to see clear illumination and gain wisdom.
The surface of the Sanjing Lake is clear and transparent, with white clouds floating leisurely. The golden sunshine shines on the treetops, and the lush green forest sets off the white snow. The Sanjing Lake in the mountains is as bright as a mirror. The sky, the majestic Jianshan Mountain, the delicate forest sea, and the brilliant mountain flowers are all concentrated in the clear and transparent bottom of the lake, making the shallow lake bottom so profound and beautiful...
20. Reclining Buddha
The huge stone lying in front of you is like a sleeping Buddha lying on its side, bringing peace and auspiciousness to Gujian Mountain. It is said that Zen Master Cangtong Haihua of the Ming Dynasty meditated here for many years because he had heard about the aura of Gujian Mountain for many years. Later, he was enlightened by immortals and became a Buddha. He transformed into the reclining Buddha in front of him and protected Gujian Mountain all year round.
21. Tongxintai
In ancient China, there was a legend that "the phoenix would not live in anything other than the phoenix tree", so the phoenix tree and the phoenix have a deep connection. We all know that the so-called phoenix means that the male is a phoenix and the female is a phoenix. The two trees on the concentric platform happen to grow side by side, and it is said that they were transformed by the Phoenix Qiwu. Lovers all over the world can pray here for everlasting unity and true love.
22. Eight Merit Waters
Also known as Eight Branches of Virtue Water, Eight Flavor Waters, and Eight Fixed Waters, it includes clear, cool, sweet, soft, moist, peaceful, It eliminates hunger and thirst, nourishes the roots and other eight kinds of extraordinary things. It has eight qualities: sweet, cold, soft, light, clean, odorless, not harmful to the throat and not harmful to the abdomen. Gujian Mountain has always been the pure land of Buddha. The Eight Merit Waters slowly flow out along the stone walls of the mountain all year round, helping people eliminate their worries.
23. Juehai Cloud Ladder
During the Tongzhi period of the Qing Dynasty, Ji Wang Shi Dakai led his troops to the west and invaded Qiyi several times. The local people built a plank road here to the top of the mountain to avoid war. The plank road hovers over the cliff and winds up, just like a cloud ladder hanging from the top of the ancient sword mountain, hence the name "Juehai Cloud Ladder".
24. Flat Peach Stone
According to legend, when Sun Wukong secretly ate a flat peach in the garden of the Queen Mother, a flat peach fell from the fairy world to the mortal world and turned into a "Flat Peach Stone" to protect the local people. Long life and good fortune.
25. Danxia landform landscape
Danxia landform is a red bed horizontal geological structure. It is a red sandstone from the Jurassic to Tertiary periods that has been stripped off by long-term weathering and eroded by flowing water. The strange peaks, cliffs, stalagmites, conglomerates and other landscapes formed have high science and ornamental value. The Danxia landform landscape of Gujian Mountain is an important part of Chongqing Qijiang Wood Fossil-Dinosaur Footprints National Geopark. It is mainly distributed in the Jigongzui, Xishan and Changtian Mountains in the Gujian Mountain Scenic Area at an altitude of more than 800 meters, covering an area of ??about 65 square kilometers. .
26. Ruyi Terrace
"Ruyi" comes from Sanskrit and is a Buddhist tool. The "wish-fulfilling hand" symbolizes Guanyin Bodhisattva's great benevolent wish to save all living beings here, and wishes all things in the world to go well.