Jiujiang | Donglin Grand Buddha (One-Day Tour Guide)

Jiujiang Donglin Grand Buddha The Donglin Grand Buddha stands at 48 meters tall and is the world's tallest Amitabha Buddha gold statue. When driving on the road, you can see the Buddha statue standing tall among the mountains from a distance. Upon arriving at the foot of the Grand Buddha, you will feel a sense of the vastness of the universe and the insignificance of all beings, as small as dust. Even if you are not a believer in Buddhism, that moment will make you feel sacred. Opening Hours - Tuesday to Sunday: 8:00 - 17:00 - No admission fee - Closed on Mondays Transportation - Best choice: Self-driving - Public transportation: There is a direct bus to Donglin Grand Buddha from the bus station, with a fare of 20 yuan per person, departing at 8:30 in the morning. For the return trip, there are buses on the road in front of the Donglin Grand Buddha, available before 4:00 PM. Precautions - Women should not have their hair down. - No shorts or short skirts allowed. Tour Route - Upon entering, you can wash your hands on the left. - Along the way, each person can receive a stick of incense, and drinking water is free, with disposable cups provided. - There is a bookstore at the first flight of stairs in front of the Buddha statue, where you can get free souvenirs (bookmarks, bracelets, cards, pendants). - Further up the stairs on the left, you can get a free fortune stick. - Arrive at the Buddha statue before 11:00 AM, and you can get a vegetarian meal card on the right to have lunch for free (queue starts at 9:30 AM). - You can also enter beneath the Buddha statue, where there are many glittering small Buddha statues, very magnificent. - The total duration of the visit is about two and a half to three hours. The Donglin Grand Buddha is definitely worth a visit. After descending the mountain, if time permits, you can also drive to Luoxingdun (Poyang Lake Prairie), which is about a 30-minute drive. Wish everyone a pleasant trip!