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Shaoxing Yunyin Mountain Residence is a boutique retreat nestled among bamboo groves, just 300 meters from Xianglin Temple. Its rooms feature natural wood and woven bamboo interiors, with some offering private courtyard terraces facing the temple’s ancient cypress trees. The property hosts daily guided morning meditation sessions and collaborates with the temple to offer a "One-Day Monk Experience" for guests seeking inner stillness. Located within a 5-minute walk of the temple, it's ideal for those wanting to immerse in tranquility. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive access.

Shaoxing Qingshi Xuan is a traditional courtyard-style inn located just east of Xianglin Temple, blending Ming-Qing architectural elements with modern comfort. Its garden-view rooms face the temple’s stone steps and ancient pines, offering peaceful morning views of mist rising through the trees. The inn serves daily vegetarian lunches made from seasonal local produce and features a tea room and study hall where guests can join calligraphy or flower arrangement workshops. Only an 8-minute walk to the temple, it’s perfect for cultural immersion. Reserve through HopeGoo for special rates.

Shaoxing Ting Song Ge is a tranquil retreat just 150 meters west of Xianglin Temple, where guests can hear the evening chanting and rustling pine trees from their rooms. Designed around the principles of "sky light, earth energy, human harmony," each room features large windows and natural stone flooring, creating a living connection to nature. The inn offers free Zen meditation tours and nightly silent sitting sessions, plus weekend "Heart-to-Heart Talks" led by resident monks. All meals are plant-based, emphasizing mindful eating. Book via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary private tour.

Shaoxing Yunjing Ju is a photographer-focused retreat located north of Xianglin Temple, featuring panoramic views of the temple’s pagoda and surrounding landscape. With floor-to-ceiling windows and open-air courtyards, it’s ideal for capturing sunrise reflections on the pond and golden hour silhouettes of rooftops. The property provides free photography route maps highlighting key spots like the "ancient bridge reflection zone" and "temple eave silhouette corner." Monthly "Photographer-in-Residence" events invite pros to share techniques. Book on HopeGoo for priority HopeGoo access.

Shaoxing Suxin Zhai is a temple-affiliated vegetarian restaurant and guesthouse located right beside Xianglin Temple’s main plaza. It serves a daily nine-dish, one-soup seasonal menu, crafted from ingredients grown in the temple’s own garden, following the balance of five grains, five colors, and five flavors. Guests may participate in a hands-on vegetarian cooking workshop after morning prayers, learning how to prepare flavorful dishes using tofu, mushrooms, and wild greens. Each meal concludes with a handwritten "Mindful Eating Journal" card. Reserve via HopeGoo to secure your spot.

Shaoxing Tongxin Yuan is a child-friendly Zen retreat adjacent to Xianglin Temple’s southern gate, just a 6-minute walk away. The property features a family mindfulness space with sand therapy corners, nature observation walls, and a mini-calligraphy studio. Daily activities include a "Little Monk Day" program where kids learn to wear robes, ring bells, and practice hand-washing rituals. Parents enjoy dedicated family meditation workshops and sample homemade, additive-free snacks. All programs are designed for children aged 3 and up. Book through HopeGoo for a family discount package.