Mianyang: A Place of Buddhist Chanting, Half a City of Zen Atmosphere

Millennia of Buddhist chants echo! Mianyang Twin Temples Zen Walking Guide🏯

🏮 Luohan Temple
The Little Dunhuang of Northern Sichuan! 500 Arhat statues array that shocks the soul
📍 Address: North Section of Changhong Avenue, Fucheng District
🚌 Transportation Tip: 15 minutes by taxi from downtown

🏮 Shengshui Temple
Cliffside Buddhist Kingdom! A visual feast of white pagodas and cliff carvings
📍 Address: No. 357, North Section of Changhong Avenue, Fucheng District
📸 Tips: The temple complex has many stairs, comfortable flat shoes are recommended

✨ Twin Temples Combined Route:
1️⃣ Shengshui Temple Mountain Gate → Mahavira Hall
The hundred-meter Buddha corridor is stunning! Remember to shoot upward to capture the white pagoda against the blue sky
2️⃣ Luohan Temple Thousand Buddha Cliff → Luohan Hall
It's super fun to wander among the 500 Arhat statues with various expressions
3️⃣ Connecting Trail between the Twin Temples
The bluestone path lined with ancient cypress trees is full of Zen atmosphere (watch the steps if bringing kids)

🍜 Zen Cuisine
Vegetarian Restaurant: Vegetarian buffet (15 RMB)
Buddha’s Hand Pastry: Available at small stalls outside the temple

⚠️ Notes
• Incense can be offered for free but taking incense or candles outside is prohibited
• Photography is forbidden inside the main hall
• Fewer visitors on weekdays for a better experience