A great place to pray for blessings during the Lunar New Year and view cherry blossoms in spring!

Donghua Zen Temple is located in Wengyuan County, Shaoguan, Guangdong. The cherry blossoms in the temple are in full bloom, with clusters of pink flowers scattered throughout the temple gardens. The originally quiet Zen temple has become a popular destination for spring outings and flower viewing. Donghua Zen Temple is located in the Donghua Mountain Scenic Area, a national 4A-level scenic area (free admission). The scenic area is known for its beautiful scenery and unique rock formations, including Wuzhi Mountain, Bijia Mountain, Lingjing Mountain, Wofu Mountain, Shizi Mountain, Luotuo Mountain, Xiangbi Mountain, Yumi Peak, and Tianwang Stone. It is a popular religious tourist destination in Guangdong Province. 📍Address: Donghua Zen Temple, Wengyuan County, Shaoguan, Guangdong 🎫Tickets: Free ⏰Opening hours: 07:00–18:00 🚗Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to "Donghua Zen Temple." There is a free parking lot at the entrance. 🏮Activities during the Lunar New Year ✨January 29: On the first day of the first lunar month, a Zhaitian Dharma Assembly is held to offer vegetarian food to the Three Jewels of Buddhism and the holy beings of the heavens, praying for peace, happiness, good fortune, and auspiciousness. ✨February 2: On the fifth day of the first lunar month, a traditional Chinese folk custom of welcoming the God of Wealth is held, praying for wealth and prosperity. ✨February 5: On the eighth day of the first lunar month, a Buddhist blessing ceremony is held, praying for oneself and one's family to eliminate disasters and receive blessings, and for good fortune and peace. ✨February 12: On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, a Buddhist blessing ceremony is held for the Lantern Festival, praying for family happiness, completeness, auspiciousness, and smoothness in all things. ✨February 23: On the twenty-sixth day of the first lunar month, a traditional Chinese folk custom of opening the treasury of Guanyin is held, praying for business prosperity and financial success. 🌟Recommended check-in points God of Wealth Hall, Mahavira Hall, Nine-Curve Lake Pavilion, Family Style Square, Archway, World Peace and Auspiciousness Pagoda, Yifo Hall, Tai Sui Hall, Cultural Museum, Zhengjue Hall, Zizai Hall, and Calligraphy and Painting Institute. In addition, Donghua Temple is a great place to view cherry blossoms before and after the Lunar New Year! The pink flowers bloom on the branches, swaying slightly in the wind. If you come here to pray for blessings, be sure to check out the cherry blossoms!