Tianzhu Mountain Water Conservancy Scenic Area

Tianzhu Mountain Water Conservancy Scenic Area

Tianzhu Mountain Water Conservancy Scenic Area is a national water conservancy scenic area.

Tianzhu Mountain Water Conservancy Scenic Area is located in the northwest of Haicang District, Xiamen City, Fujian Province, only 36 kilometers from downtown Xiamen. The area boasts abundant natural resources and captivating scenery. The park is colorful and varies with the seasons. Natural attractions include Tianzhu Lake, Liang'er Lake, Haoyue Lake, Hundred Bamboo Garden, Lanyue Path, Cape of Good Hope, and Mandarin Duck Valley—truly a place where lush forests and serene waters coexist. There are also over 60 cultural sites: Yunhai Temple, newly built during the Song Dynasty when scholar Shao Yong lived in seclusion here; Scripture Cave, carved out by monk Chaogu of the Qing Dynasty to store Buddhist scriptures; Shangtiantang, dating back to the Northern and Southern Dynasties as the earliest Taoist site; and the ruins of Zhenji Temple from the Tang Dynasty, a protected cultural relic of Jimei District, where Emperor Xuanzong of Tang (Li Chen), the 13th emperor of the Tang Dynasty, once spent three years in retreat. Tianzhu Lake lies in the eastern part of the scenic area. Here, the profound influence of Buddhist culture and the unique charm of Tang Dynasty legacy can be felt. The shimmering lake reflects the graceful silhouette of Longmen Temple in the distance and the elegant contours of Niugang Ridge up close. Nearby historic sites such as Zhenji Temple, Yulong Bridge, and Horse-Tying Rock are like scattered silver pearls, complementing Tianzhu Lake beautifully. Haoyue Lake is situated in the western section of the area. With its grassy waters, gentle ripples, and tree-lined bays that twist and turn into a secluded paradise, it resembles a scene from a fairyland. Visitors can swim in the lake, take a walk along the shore, and immerse themselves in the touching local legend of the Mandarin Ducks. Hundred Bamboo Garden houses over 200 species of bamboo, making it a tourist destination that combines sightseeing, leisure, and education. While enjoying nature, visitors can also experience the green culture of bamboo. The headquarters of Tianzhu Mountain Forest Farm was once the ancient battlefield where the anti-Qing general Zheng Chenggong defeated the Qing general Chen Jin. As a result, tens of thousands of people gather here annually from the 20th to the 24th of the seventh lunar month for grand worship ceremonies, creating several days of lively festivities. Legend has it that when Emperor Xuanzong of Tang visited Sunset Mountain (now Tianzhu Mountain), he entered Yian Temple (now Zhenji Temple) through this very path, which was thus named after him. Nestled against mountains and beside water, the area features uniquely shaped rocks such as Rice-Leaking Rock, Chan Master Cave, Eagle Beak Rock, Five-Finger Rock, Hippo Rock, and Immortal’s Cave, all of which are highly scenic. During the Tang Dynasty's Dazhong era, the honored National Master Huangbo once meditated in Chan Master Cave. The tales of "one temple, one cave, one monk" have inspired many moving legends among locals.

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1. Take bus 805 and get off at 【Tianzhu Mountain East Gate Station】; or take buses 804 or 814 and get off at 【Tianzhu Mountain Park Station】.

2. From within the island, take Haicang–Riyuegu Intersection—turn right onto National Highway 324—then left at Dongfu Hongtang Village entrance (marked with a wooden sign reading “Tianzhu Mountain…” etc.)—after passing under the highway overpass, turn left—cross the bridge and then turn right—go straight until you see Tianzhu Mountain Villa, then drive uphill.

Accommodation: Mainly available at Tianzhu Hotel and Riyuegu Hot Spring Hotel near the scenic area, offering dining, lodging, and entertainment services.

Local cuisine: Haoyue Lake Dining Center, etc.

Ticket price: 30.00 RMB/person (free with Xiamen Tourism Annual Card)

Opening hours: 8:30–17:30

Contact number: 0592-6311965