Shizhu Mountain
石竹山
A Taoist mountain in Fuqing famous for its dream-seeking culture. Its Taoist temples are built beside a lake, and old stone-step paths shine against the water.
Shizhu Mountain lies on the western outskirts of Honglu Subdistrict in Fuqing City, at about 530 meters above sea level. Shizhu Temple, a Taoist temple on the mountain, enshrines the Nine Immortals. It has long been famous for the custom of seeking dreams, and pilgrims come in an endless stream. The stone path up the mountain is about 2 to 3 km long, and cliff inscriptions and old pavilions line the way. At the foot of the mountain, Shizhu Lake has wide waters, and boats are available. Admission is about 30 yuan, subject to official announcement. It is about 60 km from Fuzhou city center, and a taxi from Fuqing Station takes about 20 minutes.
Opening hours
07:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Wanfu Temple (Mount Huangbo)
- Shibachongxi Scenic Area
- Fangguangyan Cave Temple
- Luozhou Ancient Town
- Fuzhou Strait Culture and Art Centre
- Qishan National Forest Park
- Luoxing Pagoda (China Tower)
- Mawei Naval Battle Memorial & Zhaozhong Shrine