Mount Emei is a sacred and religious place in China that is situated some 150 kilometers from Chengdu, which is the closest city. One can take an overnight train to reach this beautiful area. Once you get there you can stay in monasteries. The ones further out to the reaches of the mountain are more interesting. Here, one can reconnect with yourself and enjoy a peaceful holiday in deep contemplation or meditation. There are many restaurants along the way, so it is not necessary to take food.
Whilst at Mt. Emei there are 5 tourist attractions to visit before you leave – Wan-nian Monastery, Leiyin Monastery, Baoguo Temple, Jin Ding Temple and Jiu Lao Cave. All of these attractions have spirituality about them and many of them hold important Buddhist relics and places of worship. There are as many as 1000 Buddhist monks who live here, which proves its religious importance to the nation.
You can take a cable car to the summit of the mountain; those wishing to explore the area by foot will find there are many hiking paths around to reach the summit. During winter, those who enjoy skiing will enjoy this experience at the summit. The trees are always verdant and green in Mt. Emei, and you will be delighted by the breathtaking scenery and picture perfect moments that surround you along the way. The waterfalls and brooks that you will find along your hike are perfect places to sit and soak up the warmth of the sun.
Some of the best placed to stay in are the following monasteries – Wannian Temple, Xianfeng Temple, Jieyin Hall, Elephant Bathing Pool and Hongchun Ping.
When looking for accommodation in Chengdu, there are many options that are available. Those who wish to stay for longer and explore the many exciting attractions will find Chengdu apartments such as the Somerset Riverview Chengdu to be an excellent choice.
