UncategorizedMount Emei, towering above Sichuan’s green plains, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Misty peaks, gurgling waterfalls, and ancient forests complement each other. As one of the four famous mountains of Chinese Buddhism, this sacred mountain not only provides a secret place for adventurers but also preserves a pure land for pilgrims. Emeishan Tourism invites every traveler to join in its sustainable journey of exploration in awe at its great picture of the four seasons.
I. Seasonal Splendors: When to Visit
Every season is the best season for Mount Emei tourism, and tourists can choose different experiences according to their preferences:
1. A Tribute to Spring (March–May)
Azalea Sea: Deep pink and red azaleas bloom successively between March and May along the mountainside from Jiulao Cave to Leidongping.
Pleasant Weather: The 15-20℃ warm weather in the daytime is perfect for walking.
2. Cool Summer (June–August)
Summer resort: The temperature of area over 2000 meters above sea level is only 10-18℃. At Qingyin Pavilion, the black and white waters are stirred up to form a rainbow phenomenon, which has been a popular spot for photography.
Waterfall scenery: During the rainy season in July, the waterfall drops 100 meters, and its deafening roar echoes in the valley. You can also see the seven-level waterfall.
3. Autumn Splendor (September–November)
Gilded Secret Realm: In late October, the ginkgo in the Wannian Temple courtyard offers a golden carpet, forming a strong visual contrast with Pilu Hall’s red walls. The maple forest from Xixiangchi to Jiulinggang is covered with a layer of fiery red.
4. Holy Land of Winter (December–February)
Frozen: The Xixiangchi fir forest forms a rime corridor. When the cable car passes through the fir forest with jade branches and leaves, you can overlook the “natural ice sculpture museum” pressed by ice waterfalls.
II. Must-Experience Landscapes
1. Golden Summit (Jinding)
Four wonders:
At sunrise, the 48-meter high golden statue of Samantabhadrat is bathed in sunlight in flowing golden robes.
The sea of clouds can be as deep as 2,000 meters.
The colorful Buddha light with a diameter of several meters appears more than 70 times a year.
The sacred lamp appears at night like a shooting star.
2. Wannian Temple: Echoes of a Millennium
Built with the Tang Dynasty’s “arch voucher technology”, the dome extends 9.6 meters without nails or wood. What’s more, it can stay safe against the occurrence of a level eight earthquake. The Northern Song Dynasty bronze statue of Samantabhadra in the hall is 7.85 meters high and weighs 62 tons.
3. Fuhu Temple: Hidden Amongst Ancient Pines
Five Hundred Arhats Hall: With discernible facial muscle textures, a group of Arhats carved by using the “dead body lacquerware” method are as tall as 1.7-2 meters.
The Sutra Library houses 35-ton woodcut edition “Northern Tibetan Sutras/Northern Tibetan Tripitaka” of the Ming Dynasty.
III. Eco-tourism Guide
Here are some Mount Emei tourism precautions:
1. Equipment recommendations
Layered clothing system: The annual average temperature is 3.1℃. It is recommended to put on a three-layer “quick-drying clothes + fleece + assault clothes.” In addition, You are also recommended to take a portable blood oxygen meter to monitor altitude sickness.
Ecological supply: Pack chocolate, nuts, or beef jerky to receive instant energy boosts during treks.
2. Monkey interaction rules
Chinese Academy of Sciences observations show that feeding has contributed to a 40% increase in monkey’s digestive system disease rate. So you had better not to feed the monkeys. You are strongly recommended to bring a scratch-proof backpack and store valuables in your inner bag to avoid being snatched by monkeys.
Conclusion
Ecological tourism preserves the beauty of Mount Emei. Please follow the Mount Emei tourism precautions: walk on closed roads, do not feed animals and climb with caution. By doing so, you will honor Mount Emei’s heritage and allowing the future generations to see its beauty.
Mount Emei is a trip of awe and safeguarding – how to behold its beauty without desecrating the sacredness of nature. If you prefer a customized itinerary or local advice, please email us. Start your search with awe, curiosity, and a well-packed backpack.
