Watch Monkeys Fight at a Millennium-Old Temple | Lushan, Xichang, Liangshan Prefecture

This Lushan is not the Lushan in Jiangxi Province. This time, we are introducing Lushan in Xichang, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province. Lushan, also known as Wa Mountain, is known as the "Scenic Spot of Southern Sichuan". The mountain is covered with ancient trees, and more than ten ancient temples built in the Han, Tang, Ming, and Qing dynasties are hidden among the dense shade. They belong to Taoism and Buddhism. Although their religious rules and philosophical thoughts are different, they have been able to live in harmony on the same mountain for thousands of years and spread their own teachings, which is rare in the country. To climb Lushan, the first choice is the CNY 65 cable car up and slide down combo ticket. You can often see monkeys chasing and playing while sitting on the cable car, and the slide down is super fun. You can also choose to take a sightseeing bus, which costs CNY 5. Lushan has beautiful mountains and ancient trees, and is a natural green barrier for Xichang. The forest is home to a wide variety of rare animals and plants, including the Jiulong Han Cypress, one of the top ten "Tree Kings of Bashu" with a history of 2,000 years, which is unique in the world. Location: Lushan Scenic Area, Xichang (right next to Qionghai) Transportation For those taking the sightseeing bus or hiking up the mountain, take the bus to [Lushan Station] For those taking the cable car up the mountain, take the bus to [Qionghai Park Station] Tips: 1. About watching monkeys: The monkey group is on the hiking trail on the right side of the mountain direction of Guangfu Temple, and there are fewer monkeys as you go up the mountain; do not hold snacks, water, or yogurt in your hand, as they may be snatched by monkeys. 2. Both the cable car and the sightseeing bus can only reach Guangfu Temple, and you can only choose to walk to the top of Lushan and the observation deck. 3. Cable car and slide opening hours: 9:00–17:30. It is best to buy tickets on site, as online tickets also need to be picked up on site. 4. About dining: There are tea houses on the mountain and vegetarian meals (CNY 20/person buffet) in the temple, which are very cost-effective!