Dongguan Guanyin Mountain Guide

Guanyin Mountain is located in Zhangmutou Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. It is said to be the first place where the compassionate Guanyin Bodhisattva stayed when she first entered China. The ancient Guanyin Temple at the top of Guanyin Mountain was built in the prosperous Tang Dynasty and is famous for the legend of Guanyin Bodhisattva transforming into thirty-six forms. The ancient temple is always filled with incense and the lamps never go out. Guanyin Square • Located at the top of Guanyin Mountain, there is a giant statue of Guanyin where you can burn incense and pray. Xianquan Reservoir • You cannot enter the reservoir, but you can enjoy the beautiful scenery from the mountain. Aerial Zipline • Ticket price: 30 yuan/person • An exciting experience that lets you slide down the mountain while suspended in mid-air, directly to the Laoxianyan parking lot (the departure point for the downhill sightseeing bus). Food • Next to Guanyin Square, there is mountain spring water tea, priced roughly between 10~20 yuan per cup, with unlimited refills. • The food in the square is slightly expensive but relatively fair and worth trying. Travel Tips • If you are not a hiking enthusiast, it is recommended to take the sightseeing bus. The mountain road is 6.8 kilometers long with many steep slopes. You can take the sightseeing bus up the mountain and choose to walk or take the bus down. • Hiking enthusiasts can choose to walk up the mountain and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. You can choose to walk or take the sightseeing bus down. Hope this helps you!