Step into Guanghui Buddhist Temple and be awed by this serene sanctuary in Nantong! The Ming Dynasty monastery's red walls and golden rooftops glow amidst lush trees, while sandalwood incense swirls around carved beams. Locals swear by its fortune-telling oracle sticks – especially for love and career queries. Don't miss the 600-year-old ginkgo tree out back; when its leaves turn gold in autumn, the courtyard becomes a photographer's dream. Come at dawn for monk chants paired with vegetarian noodles, and let your worries melt away.





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Stay at Nantong Jingxin Garden Inn, a boutique retreat nestled beside Guanghui Temple with traditional Suzhou-style architecture. From your room, enjoy panoramic views of the temple’s gabled roofs and ancient trees. The hotel offers morning meditation sessions and tea ceremonies, just a 5-minute walk from the temple gate—ideal for immersing in Jianghai Zen culture. Book exclusive access via the HopeGoo app.
Nantong Yunshui Ju Hotel is a serene courtyard-style lodging directly opposite Guanghui Temple’s south entrance. Its rooms feature classical study alcoves and meditation spaces. Guests can join early-morning chanting rituals and witness the temple’s lantern-lit lotus pond at dusk. With a 1-minute walk to the main gate, it offers unparalleled access to daily spiritual life. Reserve through HopeGoo for curated experiences.
Book the Morning Light Zen Room at Nantong Lingguang Ge Villa, where every window faces Guanghui Temple’s main hall. At dawn, sunlight bathes the eaves while distant chants fill the air. Each room includes a meditation sound system and incense set, plus private access to a monk-led morning mindfulness session. Limited availability—secure your stay via HopeGoo for exclusive access.
Choose Nantong Cihang Jingxie, a multi-room Zen retreat designed for families and groups. It features eight twin rooms and a large shared hall accommodating up to 20 people. Guests enjoy forest trails leading to the temple’s back mountain path and nightly vegetarian banquets. All rooms include noise-reducing walls and air purifiers. Book group rates through the HopeGoo platform for special discounts.
Nantong Jueyuan Xuan hosts daily immersive experiences including calligraphy workshops, incense art gatherings, and guided temple tours led by resident monks. The open-air meditation pavilion allows guests to practice under moonlight. All activities are included in your stay, with optional personalized schedules available through HopeGoo for seamless planning.
Stay at Nantong Qingyin Ju, just 150 meters from the temple’s morning bell tower. Their "Chime & Chant Rooms" are specifically positioned to hear the ritual bells clearly. Each room comes with headphones and audio guides explaining the ceremony. Daily alerts at 6:30 AM ensure you never miss a service. Reserve priority access via HopeGoo for an uninterrupted spiritual journey.
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