"Chan and tea - the same taste" - the Japanese tea master Sen Sotan (1578-1658) liked to repeat, and in China, where tea plantations in the southern regions are part of the natural flora, the very words "tea" and "Chan" (Jap. "Zen") have a similar sound.
Buddha statue in Wuxi
Buddha statue in Wuxi
The statue of the majestic Buddha is located at the very top of Lingshan Hill, near the tourism zone near Taihu Lake. Therefore, this place has become a pilgrimage among tourists from different countries.
The sculpture is impressive in its size. Its height is eighty-eight meters and weighs almost eight hundred tons. In addition, there are underground floors - with them its height is 101.5 meters.
The sculptors have been working on their creation for three long years. The money for this construction was collected by all the townspeople. The donation was made by people even from other parts of China.
Brahma Buddhist monastery
Buddhist monastery
Brahma Buddhist Monastery is one of the scenic spots in Wuxi Lingshan. It is located on the shores of Taihu Lake at the foot of Lingshan Mountain. The monastery stands next to the Buddha in the Lingshan Mountains and combines art and a unique deep Buddhist culture.
The monastery is based on a strong and durable material - stone. The construction uses a large number of tall columns, wide-span beams, high domes, halls of a large area, which reflects the depth and greatness of Buddhism.
Nianhua Bay
Nianhua Bay
Nianhua Bay is located between the mountains and rivers of the Mashan National Scenic Area in the Binhu District of Wuxi City. The name "Nianhuavang" comes from the classic story of a meeting in Lingshan where Buddha rolled flowers and Kassapa smiled, while at the same time it was due to the magical landscape of a five-leafed lotus on earth.
Intangible cultural heritage
Pottery production
Pottery production
Ceramics production in the vicinity of Yixing, Jiangsu province dates back to the 5th century BC. The clay deposits there are vast, and their qualities are excellent. Slightly different in chemical composition, rich in kaolinite and iron oxides, extremely plastic, after firing they turn into glossy, durable, lightweight, waterproof, porous products. A characteristic feature of Yixing ceramics is a high degree of sintering of the shard, which does not require a final glaze coating.
Where to stay in Wuxi
Wuxi Lingshan Juna Paramita Hotel
Wuxi Lingshan Juna Paramita Hotel
Wuxi Lingshan Juna Paramita Hotel
The Sanskrit word Paramita means "transition", that is, "to go through life and death and ultimately attain nirvana."
Paramita in Wuxi is a Zen Buddhist hotel. The hotel is located in the scenic area of Nianhua Bay. This is the only five star hotel in the Bay Area.
The hotel is built in a simple yet elegant, airy style. The hotel staff are welcoming and friendly. At the hotel you can enjoy a delicious breakfast. The hotel also has a children's entertainment center, which is very popular with young guests.
