Ling Shan Five Wisdom Gates

Ling Shan Five Wisdom Gates

The Ling Shan Five Wisdom Gates feature a grand and exquisite design, forming a large stone memorial archway rich in profound Buddhist cultural significance.

From south to north, the stone archway is inscribed with six groups of Chinese characters: “Dana (Giving), Sila (Morality), Kshanti (Patience), Virya (Effort), Dhyana (Meditation), and Prajna (Wisdom).”

The gate pillars are carved from single pieces of granite, each adorned with a majestic stone lion.

The two sides of the pillars also feature couplets by renowned calligraphers and scholars, carrying deep meaning and well worth contemplating.

Time Needed

30 minutes

Transportation

Located within the Lingshan Grand Buddha Scenic Area in Wuxi, transportation options are as follows:

1. Take Bus 88 from Wuxi Railway Station and get off at Bibo Mountain Villa Station. The ride takes approximately 2.5 hours. After disembarking, walk about 300 meters to reach the Lingshan Scenic Area, then walk to the site.

2. Take Bus 89 from Wuxi Central Station and get off at Bibo Mountain Villa Station. The ride takes approximately 2.5 hours. After disembarking, walk about 300 meters to reach the Lingshan Scenic Area, then walk to the site.

Admission

Included in the Lingshan Scenic Area ticket.

Location

At the beginning of the Bodhi Avenue