Manghong Octagonal Pagoda
芒洪八角塔
A Qing-dynasty octagonal pagoda built of red sandstone. Its carvings blend Theravada Buddhist and Han Chinese elements. It is a national key cultural relic protection unit and a good place to watch the sunset.
The Octagonal Pagoda lies in Manghong Village, part of Mangjing Village. It was built in the Qing dynasty of red sandstone, and its relief carvings of flowers, animals and other motifs blend Theravada Buddhist and Han Chinese styles. It is listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit. The area around the pagoda has wide views, and in the evening you can look west over the mountains at sunset. Near Manghong Village is an ancient tea tree known as the “Tea Ancestor Tree.” Entry is free. Do not climb or touch the pagoda. Manghong lies at the southern end of Jingmai Mountain, so it is best to leave it for last and stay to watch the sunset before returning to your accommodation. The coordinates are taken from the area around Manghong Mian Temple.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Aileng Mountain & Tea Ancestor Temple
- Mangjing Shangzhai & Bee King Tree
- Wengji Ancient Village
- Dapingzhang Ancient Tea Forest
- Jingmai Golden Pagoda
- Jingmai Dazhai Village
- Jingmai Viewpoint
- Mengben Village