Dongluo Rock

Dongluo Rock

Dongluo Rock is located 5 kilometers north of Zhangpu County and on Dongluo Mountain to the northeast of the county town.

On the mountainside of Dongluo Mountain lies the "Baiyun Temple." The temple was initially built by the Yuan Dynasty monk Ruhai using a natural stone shelter carved into a hermitage. It was reconstructed during the Ming Dynasty's Jiajing era by Wang Cheng into a two-courtyard, three-bay structure and has undergone renovation and expansion in recent years.

"Dongluo Sunrise" is one of the ancient Eight Scenic Spots of Zhangpu. At sunrise, when the first rays of sunlight emerge, the area is bathed in radiant light with swirling clouds, and the mouth of the stone shelter displays a dazzling array of colors, creating a spectacular sight. The mountaintop features numerous peculiar rocks and cliffs, as well as the "Dawn Cave," "Reclining Figure Cave," and multiple large natural stone shelters that can accommodate hundreds of people. Beside the temple is an ancient well with cool, sweet spring water. Behind the temple lie the ruins of the "Qiyun Fort," as well as uniquely shaped rocks named "Fairy Pillow Stone" and "Lightning-Split Stone." The surrounding area has tree-lined stone steps leading up the mountain, offering secluded and serene paths. There is also a more than 500-year-old Golden Bell Lychee tree standing proudly nearby. The surroundings feature dozens of cultural relics and historic sites from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including cliff inscriptions, stone tablets, and the tomb pagoda of the monk Ruhai. The mountain is covered with lush vegetation and boasts enchanting scenery, making it a popular tourist destination. In recent years, it has increasingly become a hotspot for local residents to visit, as well as a great spot for leisure and fitness.