[Shanghai-Suzhou] Tianping Mountain + Hanshan Temple + Fengqiao Scenic Area + [Optional Chinese, English, or Korean Guide]

▲ Hanshan Temple is located in the western suburbs of Suzhou and has a history of over 1,400 years. It gained worldwide fame through the famous line "Outside Gusu City, Hanshan Temple; Midnight bell sounds reach the traveler's boat" from the Tang Dynasty poet Zhang Ji's poem "Mooring by Maple Bridge at Night." Hanshan Temple is a renowned destination for blessings, with a continuous stream of devotees coming daily to strike the bell, offer incense, and pray for peace. The temple primarily consists of structures such as the Mahavira Hall, Bell Tower, Stele Corridor, and Scripture Depository.

▲ Fengqiao Scenic Area has three entrances: the Heshan Entrance near Heshang Road and Jinmen Road in the south, the Jiangcun Bridge Entrance near the main gate of Hanshan Temple in the middle, and the Tieling Pass Entrance in the north, which leads directly to the main attractions of Tieling Pass and Fengqiao. The bus stop is on Jinmen Road, so visitors arriving by bus are advised to use the Heshan Entrance, otherwise they would have to walk a long distance along the outer wall to reach the other two entrances.

▲ Tianping Mountain is located 15 km west of downtown Suzhou, serving as the burial site of Fan Zhongyan's ancestors. The cultural attractions related to the Fan family are mainly concentrated at the mountain's base. With an elevation of 201 meters, Tianping Mountain isn't particularly high but offers some rugged terrain, making the climb quite exhilarating. During the Red Maple Festival from October to December each year, its vibrant autumn scenery always attracts countless photography enthusiasts.