Wenbi Peak (Ding'an)
文笔峰
A Taoist sacred mountain in Ding'an County, where Bai Yuchan, fifth patriarch of the Southern School of Taoism during the Song dynasty, cultivated the Way. The grand Yuchan Palace at its foot makes it a major Taoist pilgrimage site on Hainan.
Wenbi Peak rises as a lone hill from the flat plain in Longhu Town, Ding'an County. Its shape resembles the tip of a brush, which gave it its name. It was the place where Bai Yuchan, fifth patriarch of the Southern School of Taoism during the Song dynasty, practiced his cultivation. At its base stands the grand Yuchan Palace, a large complex of Taoist halls built into the hillside and set off by gardens and water features. Hiking trails lead to the summit, where visitors can take in views of the surrounding farmland. Admission is charged (check on site), and a visit takes about 2 to 3 hours. Getting there: about 1 hour by car from downtown Haikou. It pairs well with Ding'an Ancient City and the scenery along the Nandu River.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Nanli Lake
- Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park & Botanical Garden
- Mission Hills Volcanic Spa
- Feng Xiaogang Film Commune
- Haikou Shishan Volcanic Cluster Geopark
- Meishe River National Wetland Park
- Qiongtai Academy
- Five Officials Temple