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Emeishan National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

mountain in Sichuan, China

About Emeishan National Park

Mt. Emei stands at 3099 meters (10,167 feet), and is associated with Puxian Bodhisattva (Samantabhadra) - a representation of 'Great Practice' and 'Great Virtue'. Ever since Buddhism arrived in China, it has been an important center of refuge, and the mountain contains more than one hundred temples and monasteries. The mountain is aUNESCO World Heritage Site. If you expect Emeishan National Park to be a pristine mountain area, you need to adjust your expectation before you come here. It is lined with roads, peppered with houses and accommodation. The hiking trail is nice though. Keep in mind that it's a highly touristic area, so it can be very crowded depending on the season.

Top Attractions in Emeishan National Park

Explore the best things to see and do in Emeishan National Park:

  • Bailong Cave
  • Baoguo Temple
  • Golden Summit
  • Huazang Temple
  • Jiulao Cave
  • Leiyin Monastery
  • Pinnacle Lingyan
  • Wannian Monastery

Where to Stay in Emeishan National Park

  • 🏨Mt. Emei Hostel 3077
  • 🏨Teddy Bear Hotel

Emeishan National Park Travel Guide Sections

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