Mount Miaofeng
Situated in the Mentougou District west of Beijing City, Mount Miaofeng is 31 miles (50 kilometers) from central Beijing. It occupies an area of 4,900 acres (about 2,000 hectares). The highest peak in the mountain range is 4,236 feet (1,291 meters) high. It is famous for the Goddess Temple and its temple fair, well known in Beijing since ancient times. It boasts very beautiful sceneries all year round such as the Rose Sea. Mount Miaofeng is also an ideal choice for hike and cycling.
Goddess Temple and Temple Fair
The Goddess Temple was first built in the Liao Dynasty (916 - 1125), covering an area of 1,146 square yards (958 square meters). With Mountain Gate Palace as the door, its main buildings include the main hall Linggan Hall, Ksitigarbha Hall, Yaowang Hall, the Goddess of Mercy Hall, Matchmaker Hall, the God of Wealth Hall and Grandma Wang San Hall. There are statues of five goddesses in the main hall, with the Goddess of Miaofeng, also known as Goddess Bixia, standing in the middle. Three pieces of horizontal tablets, written by Empress Dowager Cixi (1835 - 1908) of Qing Dynasty to show her thanks to Goddess of Miaofeng, hang on the shrine before. It is believed that Empress Cixi came to this temple to pray for his son, Emperor Tongzhi, who then recovered from his illness.
Traditional temple fair at Miaofeng Mountain dates back to the Ming Dynasty and boasts a history of more than 300 years. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims around the country converge there to worship the god from lunar calendar April 1st to 15th. The temple fair integrates many activities like folk performance of pilgrims, appreciation of natural sceneries and market activities, with the objective of offering sacrifices to the Goddess of Miaofeng.
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Ancient Pilgrimage Roads
Purple Glow Crevice Gorge (Yi Xi'an Tian)
Dayun Temple Ruins
Rose Sea
The Rose Festival is held in June and Peach Blossom Festival late April to early May yearly.
How to get to Mount Miaofeng
2. As there are only three M05 buses daily, visitors who miss M05 can take bus 929 from Pingguoyuan Subway Station and get off at Dingjiatan Station. Then hire a private car to the scenic area.
3. From the south square of Beijing West Railway Station, take bus 890 to Dingjiatan and then hire a private car.
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Admission Fee | CNY 40 Free for children under 3.9 feet (1.2m). |
Opening Hours | 8:00 to 17:00 |
Best Time to Visit | March-May & September-November |
Other Attractions in Mentougou, Beijing:
Jietai Temple (Ordination Terrace Temple)
Tanzhe Temple (Pool and Mulberry Tree Temple)
Eighteen Pools in West Beijing
Baihua Mountain
Cuandixia Village
Lingshui Village
Further Reading: Where to Go in Beijing in Spring - Top 10 Destinations
- Last updated on Sep. 26, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on Mount Miaofeng
Asked by Felicia from ISRAEL | Feb. 10, 2017 15:00Reply
Are there on the objects displayed any headings in English in China Science and Technology Museum?
And are the directions in English where to go?
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Answered by Jordyn from SINGAPORE | Feb. 10, 2017 21:20
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Yes, as I know, there are several English signs in the museum. In addition, the staff will provide necessary if you need. Have fun!
Answered by Felicia from ISRAEL | Feb. 11, 2017 03:08
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It's an evasive answer. I know there is a staff, but I specifically asked If i can walk and see the objects or let the children enjoy from the activities without any help from the staff
Answered by Bruce | Feb. 11, 2017 03:34
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When I was there 2 years ago, only main halls and main exhibitions have English headings and descriptions. Hope they improve.
Asked by Wong from HONG KONG | Aug. 19, 2015 22:30Reply
May I know the exact location of SAS counter? I am transferring in Pudong airport to Copenhagen
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Answered by Jennifer | Aug. 20, 2015 22:19
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It should be in T2, but not clear about the detailed location. After you arrive at the T2, there will be instruction there.
Asked by Jue from CHINA | Aug. 03, 2014 08:16Reply
Question by Chole from Shanghai
I booked the ticket from Shanghai to Amsterdam and it will be transferred in Copenhagen for 1 hour. The thing I worried is if my first flight is delayed, then I could not take the second one in time? Will the company help me to arrange another flight and do I need to pay the extra money for that ?
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Answered by Hebe | Aug. 03, 2014 20:52
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You don't need to worry about it if you booked interline tickets, as the airlines company will arrange another flight.
Answered by Jue from CHINA | Aug. 04, 2014 01:58
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Thank you so much ! And in that case, is it better to carry the lugguge with me ?
Answered by Tracy from USA | Aug. 04, 2014 22:33
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if you are taking a interline flight, the airline company will take care of your checked baggage, you only need to take your carry-on luggage with you.
Asked by George from CHINA | Jun. 05, 2013 10:02Reply
i am plannig to travel to Billund in Denmark for my summer holidays,can i get a direct flight?
can i get a flight from HONG KONG or Shanghai to Billund in denmark?
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Answered by Welsh from MG | Jun. 06, 2013 03:37
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yes, you could check the flght info online directly