Shangfeng Temple
上封寺
The highest ancient temple on Mount Heng, next to Zhurong Peak. It is a must-stop for summit prayers and for watching the sunrise and rime ice.
Shangfeng Temple sits beneath Zhurong Peak at an elevation of about 1,200 m. It was originally a Daoist temple called Guangtian Guan, converted to a Buddhist temple in the Sui dynasty, and is the highest temple in Nanyue. Most climbers stop here to burn incense and pray. In winter, the temple eaves and ancient trees are covered with rime ice hanging in icicle-like formations, a spectacular sight. You can take the cable car to the South Heavenly Gate and then walk about 40 minutes along the trail. The summit is 6–8°C colder than the foothills, so in winter watch your footing and dress warmly.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Zhurong Peak
- Heavenly Southern Gate of Mount Heng
- Guangji Temple (Nanyue)
- Academy of Marquis Ye
- Magu Fairyland
- Xuandu Taoist Temple (Banshan Pavilion)
- Mirror-Grinding Terrace
- Cangjing Hall (Sutra Library)