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Nine Sons Buddha Islet

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Located in Xiaojzi Village of Xiushan Scenic Area, locally known as Yaoyanling, this is a naturally formed rock formation resembling a shape. The rock stands prominently among the reefs, facing Zhoushan Main Island across the sea. From a distance, it resembles the Goddess of Mercy (Guanyin), and when viewed from the side, it appears as though a small Buddha is perched on Guanyin’s back — the likeness is so striking that it leaves visitors in awe. Legend has it that this was the incarnation of the Goddess of Mercy when she stopped to rest on her way to Mount Putuo...

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Located in Xiaojzi Village of Xiushan Scenic Area, locally known as Yaoyanling, this is a naturally formed rock formation resembling a shape. The rock stands prominently among the reefs, facing Zhoushan Main Island across the sea. From a distance, it resembles the Goddess of Mercy (Guanyin), and when viewed from the side, it appears as though a small Buddha is perched on Guanyin’s back — the likeness is so striking that it leaves visitors in awe. Legend has it that this was the incarnation of the Goddess of Mercy when she stopped to rest on her way to Mount Putuo.

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Xiaojzi Village, Xiushan Scenic Area