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Everything you need to know about Puci Temple
Stay at Puci Zen Retreat, a boutique meditation lodge nestled beside the temple grounds. Its hillside-facing rooms offer tranquil views of the forest and sea, with natural bamboo interiors and private meditation terraces. The hotel hosts daily guided mindfulness sessions and offers access to the ancient stone path leading to the main hall. Just a 3-minute walk from the temple, it's ideal for spiritual seekers looking for quiet immersion in nature and tradition.
Puci Mountain Residence – Yunxi Villa stands on a hill directly overlooking Puci Zen Temple, offering 360-degree mountain-sea vistas from its private balconies. Each room features a personal incense altar and a dedicated prayer pathway connecting to the temple’s main gate. With a 15-minute drive from the port or city center, this secluded retreat is perfect for those seeking both scenic beauty and spiritual proximity. Book your stay through the HopeGoo app for exclusive view-optimized room selection.
Within a 5-minute walk of the temple, visitors can explore the Ancient Camphor Grove of Blessings and the Stairway of Self-Reflection, a 12-step path inscribed with Buddhist wisdom verses. At the top, guests receive a handwritten blessing slip. Additionally, the daily Morning Bell & Evening Drum Experience begins at 9:00 AM, led by resident monks who teach proper bell striking techniques and breath harmony. This free activity is open to guests and can be reserved via HopeGoo for a personalized session.
Puci Mountain Residence – Yunxi Villa features the "One Meal, One Taste" Zen dining program, serving organic meals made from vegetables grown in the temple’s own garden. Dishes include herbal soups, wild mushroom rice, and handcrafted tofu paste. Breakfast is served at 7:00 AM in the courtyard tea pavilion, paired with silent meditation. The hotel also offers a private herbal garden tour, where guests learn about local medicinal plants used in Buddhist dietary traditions. All experiences are bookable via HopeGoo with a complimentary copy of the Puci Zen Recipe Journal.
Start with the temple’s morning chanting ceremony at 6:30 AM, followed by a guided meditation at Yunxi Villa’s courtyard. Visit the Ancient Camphor Grove for a handmade talisman workshop at 9:00 AM, then enjoy a Zen lunch at the resort. In the afternoon, hike to the Viewing Pavilion of the Sea Goddess for sunrise over the East China Sea. Return for an evening scripture copying session, taught by a monk. All activities are accessible on foot and can be booked as a seamless package through the HopeGoo platform for a holistic spiritual journey.
Puci Mountain Residence – Yunxi Villa offers the "Childhood into Zen" family suite, complete with child-sized meditation chairs, illustrated sutra books, and a mini monk plush doll. Children can join interactive programs like "Tapping the Small Wooden Bell" and "Leaf Vein Nature Art." Parents may accompany them in the "Little Bodhisattva Ritual Class," learning basic bowing and chanting. The hotel provides free stroller rentals and safe, guided paths throughout the property. Reserve a family package via HopeGoo for two adults and one child free, creating a peaceful, meaningful experience for all ages.
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