1. Jinding Great Buddha (金鼎大佛)
Located on the summit of Yunlong Mountain, the Jinding Great Buddha is the world's tallest bronze sitting statue of Sakyamuni, with a total height of 48 meters from the lotus base .
The statue symbolizes profound Buddhist meanings: the 38.4-meter tall body represents the "Three Bodies of the Buddha," "Eight Manifestations of the Buddha," and "Four Noble Truths" .
The right hand forms the "Fearless Mudra" (protection), and the left hand the "Wish-Granting Mudra" (blessing), radiating peace and harmony.
The Buddha's eyes are uniquely designed so that no matter where you stand, it appears the Buddha is gazing directly at you, symbolizing constant mindfulness of good deeds .
2. Zhengjue Temple (正觉寺)
One of the largest nunneries in the world, Zhengjue Temple was restored in 1992 by Venerable Master Shi Foxing, a renowned Buddhist monk from America .
The temple complex blends traditional Chinese architecture with modern materials, featuring a grand Hall of the Great Buddha with a 12.5-meter-tall sandalwood statue and exquisite Hanbai marble dragon pillars.
The Six-Armed Thousand-Hand Guanyin Hall houses a golden statue covered with 6.6 kilograms of pure gold, considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art .
The Jade Buddha Courtyard is a three-story pavilion-style structure housing a massive Burmese jade Buddha and Buddhist relics, uniquely designed and recognized as a world original .
3. Bohai Ancient Tombs (渤海古墓群)
A National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, this tomb complex dates back to the early Bohai Kingdom (698–926 AD), the first kingdom in the region .
It includes the tomb of Princess Zhenhui, daughter of King Da Qinmao, who was buried in 780 AD. The tomb yielded precious artifacts such as a stone epitaph and a pair of stone lions, reflecting Tang Dynasty artistic influence .
4. Qing Ancestor Shrine (清始祖祠)
Dedicated to Bukuri Yongshun, the legendary founder of the Manchu people, this shrine is built on the historical site of Odoli City, the ancestral home of the Qing Dynasty emperors .
Covering 50,000 square meters, it integrates Manchu shamanic culture and ancestral worship, serving as a spiritual homeland for Manchus worldwide .
特色活动(Special Events)
Lotus Festival ("Good Luck Lotus Month"): Held annually in summer (e.g., August 3 to September 3 in 2024), the festival features blooming lotus ponds, cultural performances, music fountains, river lantern blessings, and electronic music nights .
The event attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and has been live-streamed to over 5.3 million online viewers, significantly boosting regional tourism .
总结(Summary)
Liuding Mountain is not only a scenic gem in northeastern China but also a cultural sanctuary where nature, religion, and history converge. Whether you seek spiritual peace, historical insight, or natural beauty, Liuding Mountain offers a holistic and unforgettable experience.
Note: The name "Liuding Mountain" (六鼎山) comes from the six prominent peaks visible from the north, forming a majestic silhouette along the Mudan River .
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