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Dear readers and friends, today we are going to explore a mysterious and historical place - Dazu Rock Carvings. If you're planning a trip to Chongqing, you can't miss this attraction, which is known as the "Pearl of Oriental Art". Here, we will provide you with a detailed travel guide to Dazu rock carvings, so that you will no longer be confused during the tour and enjoy the charm of the thousand-year-old stone carvings.
Located in Dazu District, Chongqing, Dazu Rock Carvings is one of the World Cultural Heritage Sites, famous for its exquisite stone carving skills and rich cultural connotations. The stone carvings here cover the late Tang Dynasty and early Song Dynasty to the Ming and Qing dynasties, with a total of 75 places, among which Baoding Mountain, North Mountain, South Mountain, Shimen Mountain, Shizhen Mountain and so on are the most famous.
From major cities across the country, you can take a flight to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, and then transfer to a bus or taxi to Dazu District.
Take the high-speed rail to Chongqing North Railway Station or Chongqing West Railway Station, and then transfer to the high-speed rail or bullet train in Dazu District.
Take the G85 Chongqing-Guizhou Expressway or G93 Chengdu-Chongqing Ring Expressway to Dazu District.
Baoding Mountain is the core attraction of Dazu Rock Carvings and a must-visit place. It is recommended to go directly to Baoding Mountain after arriving in the morning and avoid the ** peak. The tour route includes Shengshou Temple, Big Buddha Bay, Little Buddha Bay, etc. Among them, Shengshou Temple is the core building of Baoding Mountain, Big Buddha Bay is the essence of Dazu rock carvings, and Little Buddha Bay is dominated by modern replicas. The whole tour takes about 2-3 hours.
Beishan stone carvings are located in the north of Dazu City, which is one of the important attractions to understand the history and culture of Dazu stone carvings. The tour route includes the thousand-armed Guanyin, the wheel through the Tibetan cave, the Pilu Dojo and so on. Among them, the Thousand-Hand Guanyin is one of the landmark buildings of Beishan stone carvings, and the Wheel Sutra Cave shows the exquisite skills of ancient Buddhist architecture. The whole tour takes about 1-2 hours.
The Nanshan stone carvings are located in the south of Dazu City, echoing the Beishan stone carvings. There are relatively few stone carvings here, but they are no less of high artistic value. The tour route includes the Water Moon Guanyin, Shakya Nirvana Sacred Site, etc. Among them, the image of the Water Moon Guanyin is vivid, and the holy site of Shakya Nirvana shows an important ideological system in Buddhist culture. The whole tour takes about 1-2 hours.
Please respect the relics and monuments and do not touch or damage any stone carvings.
Please visit within the allotted time and do not linger in non-touring areas.
Pay attention to take good care of personal belongings, especially in densely populated places.
Pay attention to sun protection and hydration in hot weather, and maintain a good physical and mental state.
If you encounter an emergency or need help, please contact the staff of the scenic spot or call for help**.
After visiting the Dazu Rock Carvings, you might as well taste the local specialties. It is recommended to taste Chongqing hot pot, spicy chicken, Mao Xuewang and other Chongqing special dishes, as well as special products of Dazu District, such as glutinous rice cakes and peanut candy. These delicacies can be tasted in restaurants near the scenic area or large restaurant chains in the city.
Dazu District has an abundance of accommodation options, ranging from high-end hotels to budget hotels. If you'd like to experience the local area, you can choose to stay at a homestay or farm stay. You can find a suitable place to stay near the scenic spot or in the city. Book your accommodation online in advance to enjoy *** class and better service.