2025 Lezhi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Hey guys! Today I'm introducing a hidden treasure near Sichuan – Ziyang! This city boasts profound historical culture, amazing attractions, and delicious food that's totally worth visiting. Grab this guide and start your Ziyang adventure! 🏛1️⃣ Anyue Rock Carvings The filming location for "Black Myth: Wukong," these carvings offer exceptional artistic value and sensory experience. It's not just one grotto but a cluster – recommended to visit by chartered car or self-drive. Ticket: Partially free Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM 🏛2️⃣ Ziyang Museum Shaped like a giant "lidded tea bowl" (a Sichuan specialty), this museum has four floors (including basement) with 4 permanent exhibition halls and 2 temporary ones. Ticket: Free (reservation required) Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) 🏛3️⃣ Ziku Mountain China's first Chinese character culture theme park, showcasing the essence of Hanzi culture with displays, leisure activities, and fitness areas. Ticket: Free Hours: Open 24/7 🏛4️⃣ Marshal Chen Yi's Former Residence Highlights Chen Yi's childhood life and education, featuring inscribed plaques – great for family visits. Ticket: Free (reservation required) Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM 🏛5️⃣ Baoguo Temple Known as "Pure Land in Sichuan," famed for its Burmese jade Buddha statues, cliff carvings, and stone coffins – collectively called the "Three Wonders." Ticket: Free Hours: Open 24/7 🏛6️⃣ Half Moon Mountain Giant Buddha A 22-meter tall Tang Dynasty sitting Buddha, the third largest in Sichuan. Ticket: Free Hours: Open 24/7 🏛7️⃣ Three Sages Park Featuring framed landscapes typical of Sichuan gardens. The Three Sages Tower viewed from the bridge is magical at dusk. Ticket: Free Hours: Open 24/7 🏛8️⃣ Reclining Buddha Grotto Houses Tang Dynasty cliff carvings – a cultural gem of Anyue County. Ticket: ¥5 Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM 🏛9️⃣ Phoenix Ridge Park Locals' favorite urban park with panoramic city views – perfect for Hanfu photo shoots! Ticket: Free Hours: Open 24/7 🚗 Transportation Self-drive: Convenient access to all attractions (recommend car rental). Public transit: Take HSR/bus to Ziyang, then transfer via local buses/taxis. 🍜 Must-Try Foods Brother Gui's Braised Meat Wrap: Aromatic meat in thin pancakes. Huang Pancake: Crispy outside, tender inside. Old School University Road Fried Skewers: Spicy and addictive. No.1 High School Cold Noodles: Chewy noodles with fresh toppings. Ziyang's charm awaits! Save this guide and go this weekend! 💕

📍Attraction Address: Lezhi County (located in the northeast of Chengdu, Sichuan Province) Hey friends! Want to escape the crowded tourist traps and find a peaceful yet fun place? Lezhi, a small county town near Chengdu, is definitely your best choice! Not only is the scenery beautiful and the culture rich, but all the major attractions are free! Check out this comprehensive Lezhi travel guide! 🚗Transportation: Self-driving is the most convenient, a two-hour drive from Chengdu Driving from Chengdu to Lezhi is the most convenient way, taking about two hours. The scenery along the way is picturesque, and your mood will soar. If you don't drive or don't want to drive, you can also choose to take a long-distance bus, but it may take a little longer. After arriving in Lezhi, transportation within the county is also very convenient. You can easily reach various attractions by taxi or bus. 👍️Must-see attractions: Baoguo Temple, Panlong Lake, Chen Yi's Former Residence... Don't miss any of them! • Baoguo Temple: Known as the "Pure Land of Sichuan," Baoguo Temple has a tranquil environment with ancient trees and cliff carvings, making you feel like you are in a paradise. It is also a quiet dojo dedicated to the Pure Land School of Buddhism. If you like Buddhist culture, you must not miss it! • Panlong Lake: The largest artificial lake in Lezhi County, with clear water and misty mountains. The surrounding farmhouses are planted with various fruit trees and mulberry trees, presenting a beautiful idyllic landscape. • Chen Yi's Former Residence: This is the hometown of Marshal Chen Yi, integrating gardens, scenery, and a memorial hall. Here you can learn about Marshal Chen Yi's life and revolutionary journey, and feel his great spirit. • Shixia Temple, Kunfo Temple, and Ci'en Temple: These three temples are all treasures of Lezhi. They are not only historic but also have their own unique characteristics. Shixia Temple houses Tang and Song Dynasty cliff carvings, Kunfo Temple has a 10.5-meter-long Buddha statue, and Ci'en Temple, with its red walls, green tiles, and towering ancient trees, is a pure Buddhist land next to the bustling city. • Panlong Town and Laodong Town: These two towns retain the original appearance of old streets, with stone-paved ancient roads and wooden houses, as if traveling back in time. In Panlong Town, you can also taste authentic farmhouse dishes and experience the simple rural life. 🎟️Tickets: All attractions are free, saving you money and worry! Yes, you read that right! All attractions in Lezhi are free! This is great news for those of us who love to travel but have a limited budget! So, come boldly without worrying about ticket costs! 💗Other tips: A complete guide to eating, drinking, and having fun in Lezhi! • Food: Lezhi's cuisine is definitely a highlight! Qiaotou barbecue, Langkeng barbecue, Wang spicy noodles... each one is mouth-watering. Especially the grilled pork belly at Langkeng barbecue, with its perfect balance of fat and lean meat, sizzling with oil, and paired with lettuce, is simply amazing! And the sesame cakes from Li Xiaojun's Pastry Shop are fragrant and crispy, you can't stop at just one! • Accommodation: There are many accommodation options in the county, ranging from budget hotels to upscale hotels. The prices are also relatively affordable, and you can find good hotels for around CNY 200. But remember to book in advance, especially during holidays, to avoid running out of rooms. • Things to avoid: Although Lezhi's attractions are free, it is important to pay attention to some details. For example, keep the environment clean and don't litter; maintain quiet and respect in religious places such as temples; and pay attention to food safety and personal hygiene when tasting food. • Itinerary: A two-day, one-night trip is recommended. Depart from Chengdu to Lezhi on the first day and visit Baoguo Temple, Panlong Lake, and other attractions. Visit Chen Yi's Former Residence, Shixia Temple, and other attractions on the second day, and then return to Chengdu. Of course, if you have enough time, you can stay longer and explore the beautiful scenery and cultural charm of Lezhi in depth. • Photo spots: Lezhi's various attractions are perfect for taking photos! Whether it's the ancient streets or the beautiful lakes and mountains, you can take beautiful pictures. Remember to bring your camera or phone to capture these beautiful moments! In short, Lezhi is a great place to visit! It not only has beautiful natural scenery and a rich cultural heritage but also offers abundant cuisine and friendly people. Come and plan your Lezhi trip! I believe you will have an unforgettable travel experience!

First carved in the Sui dynasty, with color decorations added from the Tang to the Qing dynasties. Consists of 33 large and small caves and more than 1,000 statues, with the Northern Song dynasty reclining Buddha being the most famous. The locals call it the Kunfo, hence the name Kunfo Temple Cliffside Statues. The reclining Buddha is 10.5 meters long, with a head length of 2.1 meters, a spiral bun, a slightly high nose bridge, a round face, slightly closed eyes, lightly closed lips, a peaceful and dignified face, and a pleasant expression, showing the magnanimous and detached expression of Sakyamuni when he passed away.

Lezhi Baoguo Temple is located in Lezhi County, Ziyang City, Sichuan Province. It was built in the second year of the Kaihuang period of the Sui Dynasty, and has a history of more than 1,400 years. It is a famous ancient temple in central Sichuan, a national AA-level tourist attraction, and a municipal-level key cultural relic protection unit. Here is a travel guide: Address 16 km east of the People's Government of Longmen Town, Suile Road, Lezhi County, Ziyang City, Sichuan Province. Opening hours 08:00–16:30 (last entry at 16:30). Transportation • Self-driving: Depart from Chengdu, take the Chengdu-Chongqing Expressway and other roads to Lezhi County, then follow the navigation to Longmen Township Baoguo Temple. There is a parking lot in the scenic area. • Public transportation: There are direct buses to Lezhi Baoguo Temple from Wuguiqiao Bus Station, Jinsha Bus Station, and Wukuaishi Bus Station in Chengdu. There are buses from Caiyuanba Railway Station and stations near Jiefangbei in Chongqing to Lezhi County East Station, then transfer to Lezhi Bus North Station, where there are buses directly to Baoguo Temple. Must-try experiences • Visit historical sites: Visit the Ming Dynasty stone coffin behind the Hall of Heavenly Kings, whose tomb walls are carved with hollow patterns and smooth lines. Admire the strange sight of a thousand-year-old tree embracing a Buddha, with more than 1,000 cliff carvings embedded in the roots of a thousand-year-old banyan tree. There is also the large Burmese jade Buddha in the Guanyin Hall, which is 4.13 meters high and weighs more than 10 tons. The number and scale of these are rare in domestic temples. • Experience religious culture: Participate in Buddhist activities. If you happen to be there during a Buddhist ceremony, you can watch the solemn ceremony and feel the charm of Buddhist culture. Stroll through the temple, admire the unique architectural style of central Sichuan, and savor the historical heritage. • Enjoy the tranquility of nature: Baoguo Temple is surrounded by green mountains, backed by mountains and facing water, with lush trees. Stroll through it, breathe fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and feel inner peace. Tips • Follow the temple rules, dress appropriately, keep quiet, and do not make loud noises or play around. • Plan your time reasonably, pay attention to the time of the last bus, and avoid delaying your return trip. • Some areas have uneven terrain, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and pay attention to walking safety. • The temple is open to the public for free, but please visit in a civilized manner and protect cultural relics.

After more than an hour's drive from Suining, I arrived at Lezhi County, Ziyang. My first stop was Lezhi Baoguo Temple. This ancient temple can be traced back to the Sui Dynasty. It has a history of thousands of years and has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. Baoguo Temple is still more than 20 kilometers away from the county seat. It is located in the middle of the rice fields of Baoguo Temple Village, Longmen Township. The temple is open to the public free of charge. There is a parking lot built by villagers nearby. On this sunny day, the red courtyard wall of Baoguo Temple is matched with the golden rice fields. There are ducks and geese playing freely in the fields. The background is the blue sky and the green mountains, forming a harmonious and tranquil rural picture. Baoguo Temple is a key cultural relic protection site in Sichuan Province. On the huge rock in the temple is still preserved a stone tablet with the words "Key Cultural Relic Protection Site of Neijiang City". This tablet contains the story of the founding of Ziyang City, which I will not go into details here. Baoguo Temple has a total of "three wonders", one of which is also the biggest attraction is the cliff carvings here, which form a wonder of "Buddha in the stone, stone in the tree". The huge rocks outside Baoguo Temple have been through many dynasties. There are more than 500 Buddha statues in total. All the stone carvings here have been repainted with gold. They do not look as simple as the Anyue stone carvings, but there are many skilled ones. As time goes by, the roots of the trees growing on the boulders gradually grow and wrap the Buddha statues, forming a natural shrine. However, it has always been a mystery whether the tree or the Buddha came first. Even "Science Approaches" has explored related issues, but unsurprisingly, no conclusion can be drawn. The second of the "three wonders" is the Ming Dynasty stone coffin here. There are many huge stones outside Baoguo Temple that have been hollowed out to make stone coffins. This is a very unique funeral custom. The inscription on one of the stone coffins proves that it was built during the Zhengde period of the Ming Dynasty. Its hollow carved stone flower crown is very exquisite. According to the Lezhi County Chronicles, this was a cemetery a long time ago and an imperial aunt was buried here. The last of the "Three Wonders" is the Jade Buddha. There is a towering Peace Pagoda in Baoguo Temple, in which are placed 33 Burmese Jade Buddhas invited by Baoguo Temple. The largest one is 4.13 meters high and weighs more than 10 tons, which has become a rare sight. Baoguo Temple is usually sparsely populated with tourists. The temple is simple and quiet. Only during holidays can you feel the strong incense here. Although it is simple, Baoguo Temple is definitely a temple that keeps pace with the times. There are not only many young volunteers working in the temple, but also a newly built nursing home. Practitioners from all over the country live, study, and meditate here. The Buddhist hall is surrounded by glass floor-to-ceiling windows, which looks spacious and bright. Although I haven't experienced it myself, I am sure that this is an excellent place for meditation. Baoguo Temple is built on the mountain. The temple is covered with dense vegetation and has a large lotus pond. The environment is very beautiful. The temple is large and it takes more than an hour to visit. It is one of the few scenic spots in Ziyang that is worth visiting.

Baoguo Temple, located in Fenghuangping at the foot of Mount Emei in Emeishan City, Sichuan Province, is one of the eight major temples in Mount Emei and the largest temple in the mountain. Built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty (1573-1619) Baoguo Temple covers an area of ​​40,000 square meters, facing west and east, with Fenghuang Fort in front, Fenghuangping behind, Fenghuang Lake on the left, and Wanlaifeng Pavilion on the right. It was moved here during the Qing Dynasty and rebuilt in the 9th year of Shunzhi (1652). In the 42nd year of Kangxi (1703), the emperor inscribed the plaque "Baoguo Temple" based on the meaning of "repaying the kindness of the lord of the country" from the "Four Kindnesses to Be Repaid" in "Essentials of Buddhism". Evening Bells of St. There is a "Shengji Evening Bell" pavilion on Fenghuang Fort opposite the gate of Baoguo Temple. The sound of the Shengji bronze bell is clear and melodious, and can be heard for miles, echoing among the mountains, forests and wilderness, making people forget worldly thoughts. "Shengji Evening Bell" is one of the ten scenic spots of Mount Emei. Alsophila spinulosa Next to Baoguo Temple there are two Alsophila spinulosa, a first-class national protected plant. It is the oldest fern in Mount Emei. It is a woody fern that survived from the Jurassic period of the Mesozoic Era about 180 million years ago. It is a plant that existed at the same time as the dinosaurs and is called a "living fossil". Mount Emei Museum

During the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, I wanted to go out but didn't want to be in crowded places, so I went to a special place called "Chongjiao Temple". Chongjiao Temple: A tranquil and elegant ancient monastery nestled in the deep mountains and dense forests, with morning bells and evening drums, babbling mountain springs, cicadas and frogs, cute dogs, and a group of lovely people. Schedule: Wake up at 4:20 AM, breakfast at 6:50 AM Lunch at 10:50 AM, nap from 12:10 PM to 1:40 PM Dinner at 4:50 PM, bedtime at 8:30 PM At first, I thought I would not be used to this schedule because we had to hand in our phones before sleeping. The mountain is very quiet, an unprecedented serenity. There are various activities every day, and I fall asleep more soundly than ever, curing my bad habits of staying up late and playing with my phone. The rice is almost ripe this season, and the green and yellow rice fields always evoke childhood memories, with the scent of the earth making one feel close to nature. Early in the morning, sitting in the bed of a pickup truck, lying on a mat and looking up at the stars, I hum the melody of 'The Brightest Star in the Night Sky'. The sky in the mountains is so clean! Under the deep blue background, every star is clearly visible. Then watching the dawn slowly dispel the darkness, and the sun rising gently, my heart is touched (I don't know by what) and always joyful! During meditation, the teacher explained the Dharma in simple terms. There are many confusions in the secular world, and during breaks, we chatted with the teacher. I was quite greedy and talked with the teacher for several days in a row, resolving many confusions and uncertainties in my heart. The teacher used her wisdom to teach us how to face secular life, and many classmates found some answers here. We stayed in the temple for 6 days. Apart from the travel expenses, we hardly spent any money, as there was nowhere to spend money in the mountains. The temple provided free food and lodging, and although the vegetarian meals were simple, they were especially delicious. When I got home, I even gained weight. The teacher also prepared various small gifts for us, blessed prayer beads, bracelets, and all kinds of delicious food, all for free. Here, I also want to thank the teachers and fellow students at the temple for their hard work and love. Chongjiao Temple is also open for short and long stays! For those who are confused, have a holiday, or want to find a quiet place to rest, Chongjiao Temple is a good choice.

#RegisterCruiseTestSitter August - I had a pretty good trip with people around me. After booking the tickets on Trip apps, I was looking forward to the arrival of the holiday every minute and every second!! Finally we set off. When we arrived at Hong Kong International Airport, we were quite rushed. I don’t know why so many passengers went to Chengdu, Sichuan like us! ? Use this as your destination? (Normally there won’t be as many people as on that day, the ground staff said 😙) (I found out the reason later 😁) We chose Sichuan Airlines, and the service staff were good, very friendly and polite from check-in to boarding. I give it a thumbs up! This time, the main focus is to introduce a very meaningful and charming scenic spot in Lezhi, Sichuan, [Chen Yi's Former Residence]. As a Chinese, you must go here to experience two things: 1) There is such a quiet, comfortable, beautiful and peaceful place in Lezhi, Sichuan. If you haven't been there, it is definitely your loss! 2) I don't know much about history, but when I saw the perseverance of the revolutionary personnel for their great ideals, those who sacrificed their lives and never retreated, I admired the heroes of the time from the bottom of my heart! It only takes about 25 minutes to drive from the city to the destination. When you arrive at the destination, The entrance is clear at a glance. I heard that this place used to charge a fee to enter, but fortunately it is free now! 😙 There is a large archway at the entrance that clearly says "Former Residence of Chen Yi". The place is quite spacious. There are several shallow water music fountains directly behind the archway. When passing by, the music just started, and the water fountains swayed up and down with the music, which was quite beautiful. Continuing to enter and passing by the main road, there is a major attraction that immediately caught my attention. Many years ago, our country used to fight on the battlefield with cloaks - tanks and motorcycles that launched missiles, of all kinds, too many to list! Quite majestic! It's time to kill film again😄After seeing the chariot, continue to drive straight in along the road. There are some flowers, plants and trees on the roadside, which are planted and cared for artificially, and arranged neatly and beautifully. The most eye-catching thing is that there are two large lotus ponds on both sides! It's really big! The scenery is quite charming and the feeling is free and easy! Continue to the destination. This place still tries its best to preserve the style and appearance of Chen Yi when he lived there. The wooden houses of other neighbors are still there, and the descendants of the villagers still live here. Go straight into the lotus pond and you will see a big stone standing on the left side of the road. It turns out to be a passage called Desheng Fu engraved on the stone! I don’t understand this record at all! 😂The only thing I can do is to keep going forward! Finally arrived at the destination! On the left is a big black house! Looking from the bottom up, you can see the roof, which is decorated with tiles in some ancient patterns! When you enter through the main door, you will see the stone statues of Chen Yi and his wife on the left side of the front yard, which shows that this is their home! The wooden house has been coated with a black protective layer, which feels like wood or charcoal! 😄 The stone floor inside the house is paved with a very thick and solid stone. In those days, only wealthy people could have such architectural decoration! We were touring the house, including Chen Yi's grandfather's room, the room where he was born, etc. The beds in the rooms were still there, and they were kept as the same as they were back then. After visiting the bedrooms, we walked to the hall. It turned out that the rich families back then did not have too many furniture. The hall only had a dining table and a few wooden stools, tea tables, etc. We entered the kitchen. Wow! There was a big piece of bacon hanging on the hook! I was so scared... It turned out to be a replica! Let's go! Then we entered a very special room. There was a very large round stone mill in the middle of the floor. How to say it? The stone mill was so large that it required one or even two people to pull and push it to make it rotate around the center in a circle to grind the food! Were there a lot of things to be ground back then? (Good things come to those who wait)? 😆After visiting the house, I walked into the memorial hall of Chen Yi's deeds. As soon as I entered, a gust of cold wind blew over me! I felt a strong feeling that was completely different from other places, and goosebumps immediately appeared all over my body!! -----------Because there was air conditioning! ! It's still very cold! Haha! During the summer vacation, it was 36 or 37 degrees outside at noon. I would be laughing if I didn't shiver! It starts from Chen Yi's childhood, and the translator introduces his deeds from beginning to end. How he became a great figure in our country can be found in the book! This trip is quite rewarding. I learned that people who have made contributions to our country cannot lack perseverance! He has a very strong will! The name change is also perfect! Chen Yi! - Our country's hero!