Tsing Shan Monastery
青山禅院
One of Hong Kong's three great ancient monasteries. It is said to date back to the Monk Bei Du of the Eastern Jin dynasty, and its gateway and traditional halls have appeared in several films.
Tsing Shan Monastery lies at the foot of Tsing Shan in Tuen Mun. Legend says that Monk Bei Du of the Eastern Jin dynasty once stayed here. Most of the surviving buildings were rebuilt in the early 20th century and are a declared monument. The archway inscribed Famous Mountain of Fragrant Seas, the Protector Hall, the Main Buddha Hall and Bei Du Rock are built into the hillside, and the setting is quiet and peaceful. Bruce Lee's film *Enter the Dragon* was filmed here. From the gate to the monastery, there is a steep climb. You can take the Light Rail to Ching Wan station and then walk for about 20 minutes uphill.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Tai Tong Sweet Gum Woods
- Ping Shan Heritage Trail
- Hong Kong Wetland Park
- Nam Sang Wai
- Hong Kong Disneyland
- Kat Hing Wai
- Tsing Ma Bridge
- Peng Chau