Hongfu Temple
弘福寺
A Qing dynasty temple on Qianling Mountain, known as the 'First Great Monastery of Southern Guizhou.' Macaques are common along the path up the mountain.
Hongfu Temple is located at Xiangwang Ridge within Qianling Mountain Park. It was founded during the Kangxi reign of the Qing dynasty by the monk Chisong. It is one of Guizhou's largest and most influential Buddhist temples, traditionally called the 'First Great Monastery of Southern Guizhou.' The temple complex includes the Great Hall, Guanyin Hall, a sutra library, and a stele forest. Incense offerings are very popular. From the park gate, the climb along the Nine-Bend Path takes about 30 to 40 minutes. Macaques are common along the way, so keep food and phones secured. Entry to the temple is free, but you must first buy a Qianling Mountain Park ticket (check the park's official prices). It can be combined with Qianling Lake and Qilin Cave.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Qianling Mountain Park
- Former Site of Dade School
- Wenchang Pavilion
- Wang Yangming Memorial Temple
- Guizhou Nationalities Museum
- Jiaxiu Tower
- Qingyun Night Market
- Erqi Road Snack Street