Thousand Buddha Mountain

Scenic spot introduction:

Qianfo Mountain, located in Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province, is one of the three major scenic spots in Jinan and a national level scenic spot. At an altitude of 285 meters and covering an area of 164.88 hectares, it has rich natural and cultural landscapes and is known as the "urban balcony" and "natural oxygen bar" of Jinan City.

Introduction to scenic spots within the scenic area:

Xingguo Zen Temple: a millennium old temple located on the mountainside, with strong incense and is a holy place for worshiping Buddha and praying for blessings.

Thousand Buddha Cliff: A stone cliff engraved with numerous Buddha statues, showcasing the profound cultural heritage of Buddhism.

Lishanyuan: With the theme of Shun culture, it contains historical relics such as Shun Temple, and is an important place to understand the culture of Emperor Shun.

Wanfo Cave: Inside the cave, there are nearly 30000 Buddha statues, mysterious and solemn, which are treasures of Buddhist art.

Maitreya Shengyuan: With Maitreya Buddha as the theme, the environment is serene and suitable for meditation and Buddha worship.

Qi Yan Jiu Dian Fang: The best location to overlook the panoramic view of Jinan, with a wide field of vision and infinite scenery.

Tourist attraction route:

Classic one-day tour route: North Gate → Eighteen Arhat → Lingguan Hall → God of Wealth Hall → Reclining Buddha → Guanyin Garden → Tang Huaiting → Qi Yan Jiudian Square → Xingguo Temple → Lishan Temple → Wangdai Pavilion → Ten Thousand Buddha Cave → North Gate. This route covers Buddhist culture, natural landscapes, and historical sites, making it the best choice for a comprehensive understanding of Qianfo Mountain.

Buddhist Culture Line: North Gate → Sleeping Buddha → Guanyin Garden → Xingguo Zen Temple → Wanfo Cave → Maitreya Shengyuan. Suitable for tourists interested in Buddhist culture to deeply experience the charm of Buddhist art.

The cultural route of Da Shun: East Gate → Emperor Yao's visit to the wise → Da Shun Stone Map Garden → Lishanyuan → Shun Temple → Shun Dian Stone Carvings. Connect the cultural relics of Dashun and understand the historical and cultural background of Qianfo Mountain.

Best viewing season:

Spring (March May): Pear blossoms are in full bloom, and the trees are covered in silver white, like snowflakes hanging on the branches. It is a good season for flower viewing and photography.

Autumn (October): The layered forests are dyed, the mountains are covered in red leaves, and the scenery is picturesque, suitable for hiking and enjoying autumn.

Winter (December to February of the following year): The mountains are covered in silver and the snow scenery is charming, making it an excellent time to enjoy the snow scenery.

Not recommended tourist season:

Summer: The weather is hot and may affect the travel experience. It is recommended to avoid high temperature periods.

Scenic Area Transportation:

Public transportation: There are multiple bus routes in the city that directly reach the north or east gate of the scenic area, such as K51, K68, etc., which are convenient and fast.

Private car transportation: The scenic area has parking lots for the convenience of self driving tourists. From Jinan West Station (high-speed railway station), it is about 15 kilometers and a 20 minute drive; Departing from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport, it is about 30 kilometers and a 40 minute drive.

Scenic spot tickets and paid items:

Ticket price: Approximately 30 yuan per person, no additional charges during holidays.

Paid items:

Cable car: The cost needs to be checked on-site, which can save energy and overlook the mountain scenery.

Slide: The cost needs to be checked on-site to add fun to the tour.

Explanation service: A team of 1-5 people starts at 100 yuan, suitable for in-depth cultural tours.

Special precautions for scenic spots:

Opening hours: 6:30-18:00, seasonal changes may occur, please confirm in advance.

Safety and Environmental Protection: Wear non slip shoes and carry lightweight rain gear when climbing; Spring forest fire prevention, prohibit open flames; Protect the environment, do not pick vegetation or litter.

Off peak travel: During weekends and holidays, there is a high flow of people. It is recommended to go hiking before weekdays or in the early morning to avoid peak hours.

Luggage Deposit:

There are luggage storage points near the scenic area, which are convenient for tourists to store their luggage and travel easily.