Mount Putuo introduction | The three great temples (Puji, Fayu, Huiji) + South Sea Guanyin — how to explore it all in one read

About Mount Putuo: Mount Putuo, along with Mount Wutai in Shanxi, Mount Emei in Sichuan, and Mount Jiuhua in Anhui, is one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China. Among them, it is the only one floating on the sea and the only sacred site of Guanyin on the sea. The Three Great Temples of Mount Putuo: Puji Temple: Commonly known as the Front Temple, it sits south of Baihua Peak at the foot of Lingjiu Peak. It is the main temple on the mountain dedicated to Guanyin Bodhisattva, as well as the oldest and largest temple on Mount Putuo. Fayu Temple: Commonly known as the Rear Temple, it lies to the left of Baihua Peak at the foot of Guangxi Peak, 2.8 km from Puji Temple. It is the second largest temple on Mount Putuo. Huiji Temple: Located at the summit of Foding Mountain, the highest point on Mount Putuo, it is also called Foding Mountain Temple. The Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Hall of Great Compassion, Sutra Library, Jade Emperor Hall, and Abbot's Quarters are all aligned on a single axis, showcasing an architectural style typical of eastern Zhejiang gardens. South Sea Guanyin on Mount Putuo: The large bronze statue of South Sea Guanyin stands by the shore of Mount Putuo. The sacred statue is 33 meters tall, symbolizing the 33 manifestations of Guanyin Bodhisattva, and weighs over 70 tons. It is the tallest seaside Guanyin statue in the world and the spiritual landmark of Mount Putuo. Mount Putuo awaits every destined traveler.