Nantong Wolf Hill

　　• Ranked first among China’s “Eight Lesser Famous Buddhist Mountains,” where you can climb to the Grand View Platform to enjoy the scenic Yangtze River.

　　Attraction Introduction

　　Wolf Hill is situated near the Yangtze River and is one of Nantong’s most famous attractions. The hill is covered with lush trees and dotted with historic sites. Major attractions include the thousand-year-old Guangjiao Temple, the tomb of the poet Luo Binwang, the Three Immortals Shrine, and the Zhiyun Pagoda. From the hilltop, you can overlook the Yangtze River and enjoy spectacular views. Wolf Hill is a renowned Buddhist mountain in China, with Buddhist structures spread throughout. It is a sacred destination for worship and prayer.

　　The main entrance to the Wolf Hill scenic area is located on Chengshan Road to the east. There is a cable car to take you up the hill, but it is not recommended as the area is not large and the hill is not high—you can walk up and down in about two hours to fully explore the site. Along the mountain paths, you’ll find the tombs of many historical figures, such as the tomb of the famous Tang Dynasty poet Luo Binwang. Further along is Guangjiao Temple, which houses a statue of Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva, flanked by statues of the Sixteen Arhats.

　　The Grand View Platform on the hill is now the best spot for sightseeing, offering a wide and open view that allows you to fully take in the beauty of the Yangtze River. In addition, the Wolf Hill scenic area is adjacent to the Nantong Horticultural Expo Garden to the west, which is worth visiting after your hike. Nearby Wolf Hill are Ma’anshan, Huangnishan, Jianshan, and Junshan, collectively known as the “Five Hills” along with Wolf Hill, all of which are also worth exploring.

　　Special Tips

　　The Eight Lesser Famous Buddhist Mountains of China include, besides Nantong Wolf Hill, the following seven: Mount Heng in Hunan, Mount Song in Henan, Mount Lu in Jiangxi, Jiufeng Mountain in western Yunnan, Tiantai Mountain in eastern Zhejiang, Zhongnan Mountain in Shaanxi, and Fragrant Hills in Beijing.

　　Address: No. 18 Lingang Road, Chongchuan District, Nantong City

　　Type: Mountain, Historic Site, Temple

　　Rating: AAAA

　　Recommended Visiting Time: About 2 hours

　　Phone: 0513-85705215

　　Official Website: http://www.chinalangshan.gov.cn

　　Opening Hours:

　　North Gate opens from 6:00–16:30; South Gate and East Gate open from 7:30–16:30

　　Ticket Information:

　　Off-season (July–September, November–January of the following year): 50 RMB; Peak season (February–June, October, including New Year’s Eve to the seventh day of the Lunar New Year): 70 RMB; Children under 1.2 meters and seniors aged 65 and above with valid ID can enter free of charge; children between 1.2–1.5 meters (inclusive), seniors aged 60–65, and full-time students with valid ID can enjoy a 50% discount.