Miaofeng Mountain
A famed mountain in Mentougou District (main peak 1,291 m): in the Ming and Qing dynasties it was the center of the Goddess Temple fairs in North China, with the Bixia Yuanjun Shrine at the heart of worship; since the Qing dynasty pilgrims have climbed its five incense trails to offer incense, and the scene famed as 'incense burning unrivaled under heaven' continues today, with crowds of pilgrims during the spring traditional temple fair
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:00-17:00
- Ticket
- CNY 40
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A famed mountain in Mentougou District (main peak 1,291 m): in the Ming and Qing dynasties it was the center of the Goddess Temple fairs in North China, with the Bixia Yuanjun Shrine at the heart of worship; since the Qing dynasty pilgrims have climbed its five incense trails to offer incense, and the scene famed as 'incense burning unrivaled under heaven' continues today, with crowds of pilgrims during the spring traditional temple fair. The Rose Valley sea of roses in May–June is a mountain marvel, and the summit offers sea-of-clouds sunrise views; admission CNY 40, reachable by bus from Pingguoyuan or by self-drive.
Getting there: Metro Line 1, transfer to bus at Pingguoyuan Station
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