Fuhu Temple

Fuhu Temple is hidden in the mountains and forests and is not easy to find. Although buses have been opened to the mountain gate of Fuhu Temple, few tourists arrive in this season.

Fuhu Temple is adjacent to Baoguo Temple but is hidden in the deep forest, far away from the mountain road that most tourists take. Many tourists who arrive at Baoguo Temple do not know that there is Fuhu Temple just two kilometers away. In comparison, it is much quieter than other large temples in Eshan. Of course, Fuhu Temple is one of the Zen temples that I strongly recommend everyone to visit.

Fu Hu? I always feel that its name does not match this quiet and graceful environment! Until I stood at the highest point of the temple, I saw the only Luohan Hall in the mountain. The 500 Luohans enshrined in it added a lot of masculinity to this place. The Luohans in the Luohan Hall are all different, and their shapes are exquisite and shocking.

From Baoguo Temple, walk along the mountain road for about 15 minutes to reach Fuhu Temple. I thought it was just a "next-door temple," but it turned out to be a rich and interesting attraction worth visiting!

This place is located between the mountains and forests. Along the bluestone path, or the trickling stream, or the gurgling stream, will lead you to the front of the temple.

An old stone tablet has the words "Fuhu Temple" written on it which is not easily recognizable.

The temple has three entrances. The last one, built against the mountain, is the Hall of Five Hundred Arhats. Looking down from the dam, you can see the scattered eaves, which have been silently guarding the green mountains for hundreds of years.

Hidden within lush forests, the Fuhu Temple in Emei Mountain offers a striking contrast between its red walls and black tiles and the ancient nanmu trees. Within the temple, towering ancient trees, known as the "Golden Forest," remain untouched even in midsummer, creating a remarkable spectacle of a "leafless house." The magnificent gilded statues in the Hall of Five Hundred Arhats, and the Ming Dynasty-cast Huayan Bronze Pagoda, carved with over 10,000 Buddha statues, showcase the millennia-old craftsmanship of Buddhist craftsmanship. Between the morning bells and evening drums, the tranquil Zen atmosphere of the surrounding streams intertwines with the legend of Fuhu, offering a rare tranquil retreat during an Emei Mountain hike. Visiting early in the morning allows for the chance to encounter a fairyland shrouded in mist.

Fuhu Temple is a tranquil ancient temple surrounded by mountains and water, shaded by lush trees. Originally built in the Tang Dynasty, it was known as Shenlong Hall during the Song Dynasty. Later, due to frequent tiger infestations in the area, monks erected a Zunsheng Pillar to suppress them, and the temple was renamed Fuhu Temple. It was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty.

To walk to Fuhu Temple, you need to pass through "two archways and three bridges". The first archway is a three-door archway with the golden characters "Fuhu Temple" inscribed on it.

Fuhu Temple is a famous temple at the foot of Mount Emei. Approaching the temple requires passing through a dense forest, where lush vegetation creates a tranquil and secluded landscape. A stream flows along the shore, known as "Tiger Creek," and there's also "Tiger Bathing Bridge," where tigers bathe. Construction is said to have begun in the Jin Dynasty, with subsequent expansions and renovations through the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The current temple is a relic from the Shunzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty. It's considered one of the Eight Great Temples of Mount Emei.



The temple was indeed built to ward off tigers during its construction. It is now the largest nunnery, housing the Buddhist Academy's nunnery program. The architectural style is typical of Sichuan, with wooden tiles. Interestingly, the Maitreya Hall is called "Huxi Jingshe," while the temple dedicated to Samantabhadra is called "Li Gu Yuan." It's said that despite being nestled in a dense forest, the temple roofs are devoid of dead branches or leaves. Emperor Kangxi, upon visiting, inscribed "Li Gu Yuan," implying a pure land far removed from worldly filth. After all, an emperor could so easily change the traditional names of Buddhist temples, but it certainly offers a touch of innovation.



The scenery around the temple is beautiful, and you can see Mount Emei shrouded in rain and fog. The Huayan Bronze Pagoda is very distinctive. It was cast in the Ming Dynasty. At that time, the temple was burned down by fire, but the bronze pagoda was preserved. More than 4,700 small Buddha statues were carved on the 5-meter-high tower, as well as the entire Huayan Sutra. It is truly a miracle. There is also a Hall of Five Hundred Arhats here, which is larger than the Arhat Hall in Wuyou Temple. The images are also lifelike. The most impressive ones are the Five Arhats and the Transformation of Guanyin, which are very artistic.

Fuhu Temple is an ancient temple in Mount Emei, which is very quiet.

There is a temple at the foot of Mount Emei. The scenery along the way is very beautiful, and many local people are enjoying the cool air in the mountains!

Many people may not know that Fuhu Temple has an architectural secret. The entire temple complex is nestled in dense forest, yet, miraculously, the roof remains free of fallen leaves year-round. This is why Emperor Kangxi presented it with the inscription "Li Gu Yuan." Be sure to observe this during your visit!

The most exquisite and elegant Buddhist temple in Mount Emei is well worth a visit.

Walking through Fuhu Temple, a sense of Zen permeated my heart. It's a truly wonderful place to cleanse my soul! Vegetarian meals are available, and I've heard you can stay there! Numerous nuns filled the area. During dinnertime, I saw them serving white rice topped with an unknown green vegetable. One, despite not eating, silently recited a scripture from her book. Deep in this valley, there's such faith and steadfastness! The world seems to have no bearing on them. It truly fills me with awe!

Located at the foot of Mount Emei in Sichuan, adjacent to Baoguo Temple, the temple has a typical Han Buddhist architectural style. On the central axis are the mountain gate, Maitreya Hall, Bodhi Hall, Main Hall, Hall of Five Hundred Arhats, Imperial Library, as well as Zen rooms and monks' quarters.

In terms of scenery alone, it is better than Baoguo Temple. You can still go in.

This is the first nunnery I've visited. The environment is quiet and peaceful. I feel good.

It's fun and not tiring. The scenery is beautiful. Not too crowded.

The content is very similar to the Luohan Temple in Chongqing. The Luohan Hall, which houses 500 Luohan statues, is built against the mountain, giving it a more layered feel. If you have visited one of the two temples, you don't need to visit the other.

I don't have any Buddhist beliefs, so I just took a quick look.

I was just passing by. I don't have any religious beliefs, so I just took a look and didn't feel anything.

After arriving at Mount Emei, I put my luggage away and visited the Huguo Temple and Fuhu Temple at the foot of the mountain. I was even cheated by the sedan chair bearers.

Fuhu Temple is named after the mountain behind it, which resembles a crouching tiger. As we ascended from the bottom of the mountain, we truly felt the feeling of "the air fresh after rain, the weather turning late into autumn, the bright moon shining through the pines, and clear springs flowing over the rocks."

The location is a bit remote, at the entrance to the hiking trail from Baoguo Temple.

There are not many people, but it is the only temple with Luohan Temple on Mount Emei. The ticket price is 5 yuan. If you have time, you can go and have a look. If you don’t have time, just visit Baoguo Temple. There is no need to come here specially.

The spring atmosphere at the foot of the mountain was bleak, a completely different world compared to the snow-capped mountains the day before. However, history and Zen can be found everywhere.

The temple is a typical Han Buddhist architectural style, and Huxi Tingquan is nearby.

Within the territory of Fuhu Temple, there are three bridges (Tiger Bath, Tiger Creek, Tiger Roar) with gurgling water, two blocks (Fuhu Temple, Bujinlin) with lush trees, backed by Fuhu Ridge with an altitude of 630 meters, and Feifeng Mountain on the slope as a green barrier. The foundation of the temple is located in a narrow valley, and the air flow is strong all year round, so that the roof of the temple is free of dead branches, leaves and dust all year round. Emperor Kangxi presented the book "Li Gu Garden" as a brilliant argument.

The whole Mount Emei is quite good. Although the ticket price is a bit expensive, the scenery inside is beautiful and the ticket price is worth it.

Fuhu Temple is located 1 km south of Baoguo Temple. It is a quiet and clean nunnery and is also the largest temple in Mount Emei.

On December 30, 2017, with only two days left until New Year's Day, we walked into Fuhu Temple. It was obviously different from other temples. There was no incense burner at the temple gate. The temple looked extremely quiet among the towering trees. The ticket price of 6 yuan was also very affordable. It is worth a visit for friends who like quietness!

I'm not interested in temples, so for me it's neither good nor bad.

Fuhu Temple is not far from Qingyin Pavilion. It has beautiful scenery and many small vendors selling snacks and drinks. I personally feel it is a good place to rest after climbing.

A very quiet temple at the foot of Mount Emei, with nice scenery

My husband and I love Fuhu Temple very much.

The quaint temple nestled among trees, the quiet and self-made tourists, a simple oil lamp before the Buddha, even three incense sticks and a candle in front of the Arhat Hall, the old bronze incense burner with its rusty patina; the moss-covered stone walls and the stained roof tiles and pillars; plus the young nuns who occasionally pass by, either quietly or in whispers, all silently recount the solemnity and tranquility of this ancient Buddhist temple, its vibrant energy.

As a local in Emei, I can say Fuhu Temple is a well-worthwhile summer retreat in Emeishan. Emei residents flock here every weekend. It's truly an ancient temple nestled in a dense forest, with centuries-old camphor trees, gurgling streams, and the sound of Buddhist chanting. The 6-yuan entrance fee is affordable, and there's a daily vegetarian lunch. Incidentally, it's said that several scenes in the 1986 version of Journey to the West, where Sun Wukong seeks out Patriarch Bodhi as his disciple, were filmed here.

Another temple at the foot of the mountain, a couplet next to Samantabhadra Bodhisattva has the name

The quiet temple makes people unconsciously slow down their pace and relax their hearts.

The largest temple in Mount Emei, you can visit it if you have time!

I stayed in Fuhu Temple for a while but didn’t take any photos, because it’s better to take fewer photos in the temple.

Fuhu Temple, originally a small temple during the Jin Dynasty, was rebuilt by Zen Master Yun'an in the Tang Dynasty. Adjacent to it are the Dragon God Hall and the Medicine Master Hall. During the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty, the temple was rebuilt by Xingseng Xin'an. Monk Xing built a Zunsheng Pillar to ward off tigers, and the temple was renamed Fuhu Temple. One theory is that the mountain behind the temple resembles a crouching tiger, giving it the name. It is also known as Huxi Zen Forest, a name that persists today. The "Bujinlin" (Bujinlin) is the only temple in China known for its pristine environment. Based on the number of characters in the Mahayana Sutra, the monk Jiwan planted over 109,000 Chinese camphor, fir, and cypress trees around the temple, creating a lush green shade. The "Bujinlin" archway, inscribed in running script by contemporary calligraphers Shen Peng and Li Changlu, stands today. Nestled among the verdant cypress trees, it is an elegant and pleasant spot for those seeking a refreshing cool.

The only nunnery in Mount Emei houses five hundred arhats, which you can visit.

A nice nunnery with many believers... Very quiet...

Fuhu Temple is as famous as Baoguo Temple, but it was closed because I went there too late.

The feeling of this temple is different from others. First of all, it is relatively large, with a bridge, stone steps, and a mountain gate. It also winds up the mountain, giving people a feeling of seeking immortals and Taoism.

I love this place so much. The young nuns are so kind. Lijiu Garden and Huayan Pagoda are amazing. I want to go again.

I misread it at first and didn't recognize the word in the middle.

Fuhu Temple is located in the forests of Mount Emei, quiet and elegant. There are 500 Arhats in the Arhat Hall, which is a spectacular sight. I especially like the Fuhu Creek in the temple. Wherever the creek flows, it seems to play a natural waltz.

It's a long way from the hotel, but it's worth it.

Fuhu Temple is the second temple on the hike up the mountain, so it wasn't too crowded. When I reached the temple gate, I was surprised to find two door gods standing at the entrance—staff from the Emei Mountain Scenic Area checking tickets. The ticket window was right next to them. It felt unpleasant to see a perfectly good temple being stopped by scenic area staff to collect fees.

There are really many temples on Mount Emei, each one is worth visiting. This temple seems to be at a higher altitude, and it has a smell of clouds and mist.

It is near Baoguo Temple and is quite large, but there is a fee to enter.

One kilometer south of Baoguo Temple is a quiet and clean nunnery, which is also the largest temple in Mount Emei.

At the end of April, Fuhu Temple was deserted, restoring its tranquility and solemnity. The temples of Mount Emei often resemble small courtyards, creating a quaint and natural atmosphere. Ancient trees towered at the temple entrance, including a ginkgo tree over 650 years old. If trees had memories, they would surely hold many stories. Fuhu Temple also boasts an Arhat Hall, housing 500 Arhat statues. It was my first time seeing such a large hall, and it was quite unique.

Just to complete the journey, I went to this place, it was a waste of time, there is no need to go

There is a temple that has not been opened yet. I heard that it got its name because a tiger came down the mountain to look for food.

Fuhu Temple is built on the mountainside and has very unique architecture. You must visit the Huayan Pagoda Pavilion and the Arhat Hall. It is also possible that a master of the Emei Sect lived in seclusion here.

Fuhu Temple is easily accessible from Hongzhushan Hotel at the foot of the mountain. I didn't go inside because it's said to be a nunnery. There's a Huxi River and a spring outside the gate. It's quiet and peaceful, and worth a visit.

Like the Habaoguo Temple, it is located at the foot of the mountain. If you want to hike, you can enter the mountain from the back door of Fuhu Temple, pass by Qingyin Pavilion, Yixiantian, Hongchunping, Xianfeng Temple, Leidongping, and then you can reach the Golden Summit.

Fuhu Temple is at the foot of the mountain and the way up the mountain is another way

I don't think there's anything fun here. People come here to burn incense and pray for the safety of their families. There's nothing else to do.

Fuhu Temple offers beds for 10, 20, 30, and 40 yuan. We stayed in the 20 yuan room. The room pictured below was surprisingly nice! However, there's no restroom in the building, so for personal hygiene, you have to go to a separate building with separate bathrooms.

If you have the chance, I recommend everyone to stay here for a night. At night, you can face the candlelight in the Zen temple. In the early morning, you can listen to the bells and drums, and do morning prayers with many monks and nuns in the main hall, so that your soul and body can be imbued with the Buddha nature.

Such an experience is invaluable.

The steps are a bit slippery, remember to wear non-slip shoes. I didn't take any photos after entering. I have an indescribable feeling about this important Buddhist place.

The scenery is really great if you climb slowly. You can enjoy it slowly, and it is best to climb with friends to avoid being bored.

It's a great place for hiking! It's a natural oxygen bar, with lush trees and beautiful scenery along the way. The temple hidden in the mountains is a great place to calm your mind.

I consider this type of place as a visit, but the scenery is still good~

Fuhu Temple is very close to Baoguo Temple. Many people like to stay near Baoguo Temple.

Fuhu Temple is located in the low mountain area of Mount Emei, and it is quite far to walk up.

Mount Emei has a great environment, so there are beautiful views everywhere you go. The many tiger statues are quite interesting, and you can just enjoy the scenery.

The temple is nestled in dense forest, earning it the nickname "A Crouching Tiger Hidden in the Dense Forest." To reach it, you must ascend the mountainside from Baoguo Temple. The temple grounds are quite large, lushly adorned with towering ancient trees. It's clean and quiet, though not overly popular. The entire temple follows the natural slope of the mountain, its architecture simple and elegant. I prefer Fuhu Temple to Baoguo Temple for its tranquility and sense of seclusion.

Fuhu Temple lies at the foot of Mount Emei, nestled against Fuhu Ridge and facing Feifeng Mountain. Hidden within dense forest, with the gurgling waters of Huxi Creek flowing through it, the temple evokes a tranquil and secluded atmosphere. Crossing three bridges and heading towards the temple, you'll truly experience winding paths leading to secluded retreats, where Zen rooms are nestled among flowers and trees.

It's a big temple with a quiet and elegant feeling. The ticket is not too expensive, only 6 yuan. It's worth a visit for Buddhist believers!!!

The winding path leads to a secluded place with trees covering the sky.

The water gurgles under the Huxi Bridge.

Deep in the dense forest is a hidden monastery.

Xuanye wrote the inscription in Li Gu Garden.

Not far from Baoguo Temple. I like it here. There are few people.

The temple is nestled in dense forest, earning it the nickname "A Crouching Tiger Hidden in a Dense Forest." The temple's roof remains free of fallen leaves year-round. Fuhu Temple, home to all the nuns on the mountain, is one of the largest nunnery complexes in China. The temple grounds are lush and green, with towering ancient trees, creating a clean and tranquil atmosphere. The temple buildings include the mountain gate, Maitreya Hall, Main Hall, Guanyin Hall, Huayan Pagoda, Lijiu Garden, guest hall, and dining hall. The plaque over Lijiu Garden was inscribed by Emperor Kangxi. Overall, the temple is a delightful place, and the scenery is breathtaking.

The 108 Arhats inside are quite good. I remember there was also a Peacock King. The scenery along the way was nice. Although it was at the foot of the mountain, it took a long time to climb up. I also drank a cup of tea by the river on the way.

It's really good to go when there are few people, the incense is strong and the air is good for self-cultivation

Following the stream, we arrived at a tranquil temple (Fuhu Temple), which houses a branch Buddhist academy. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing the water on one side, it's a truly feng shui location. Entering the temple is a refreshing experience, and no matter how restless you may be, you'll slowly calm down and feel the Buddhist teachings cleansing your body.

It is a temple on the mountain. You can take a rest inside when you are tired of climbing.

Although I didn't go into Fuhu Temple, I could still see the majesty of the temple from the outside.

nunnery

First, go to the Baoguo Temple Passenger Transport Center and walk up for more than 10 minutes to reach Baoguo Temple. From the Baoguo Temple intersection, walk for more than 20 minutes to Fuhu Temple, or take bus No. 5 to Fuhu Temple. After visiting Fuhu Temple, take the same bus back to the passenger transport center.

Fuhu Temple, ticket price 6 yuan