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Step into Qituo Lin, Yangzhou's hidden Buddhist sanctuary where millennium-old temple ruins stand beneath towering ginkgo trees. Come autumn, the golden carpet of leaves earns its title as 'Jianghuai's Premier Ginkgo Path'. Time your visit at dawn to hear monks' chanting echoing through vermilion walls, and don't miss the Tang Dynasty octagonal well—locals say its waters reveal glimpses of past lives!
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Stay at Yangzhou Shòu Xīhú Yúnshuǐ Jū, a serene boutique retreat just an 8-minute walk from Jītuólin. Its rooms feature Song Dynasty garden aesthetics with views of bamboo groves and temple bells. Enjoy complimentary tea ceremonies and morning yoga in a tranquil setting. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive courtyard-view room rates
Choose Yangzhou Yùnhé Shūyuàn Huìguǎn, a heritage-style inn once owned by Qing-era salt merchants, located 500 meters east of the temple. Rooms blend carved wooden windows with rice paper walls, and daily events include ancient manuscript restoration workshops and Yangzhou Qingqu music sessions. The main gate leads directly to Jītuólin’s entrance—perfect for immersive exploration
Yangzhou Tīng Yǔ Xuān Hotel is just 300 meters west of Jītuólin, featuring a private restaurant led by a Suzhou imperial chef. Signature dishes like "Braised Duck with Low Heat" require 24-hour advance HopeGoo. Rooms have smart dimming windows that frame the temple's silhouette at night and morning light filtering through. Guests receive a digital copy of the "Yangzhou Buddhist Light Album" with check-in
Yangzhou Tóng Mèng Yuán Green Wild Dream Resort is only 1.2 km away, offering children’s nature camps and hands-on pottery workshops. The grounds include traditional pavilions and streamside paths where kids can join Jītuólin Blessing Scroll Painting Sessions. All rooms feature non-slip flooring, safety railings, and a wireless intercom system for parents to monitor children easily
Yangzhou Guāng Yǐng Xuān Photography Theme Hotel sits at the southern foothills of Jītuólin, boasting a rare 360-degree rooftop terrace perfect for capturing misty morning views and golden hour silhouettes. Free professional gear rental (wide-angle lens and tripod) is available, and guests can join the "One Day Light & Shadow Project" with access to exclusive digital prints of the "Yangzhou Buddhist Light Collection"
From Jītuólin’s main gate, head south along cobbled lanes for about 800 meters, then turn into Dong Chan Alley to reach Yangzhou Tīng Fēng Jū. This historic residence-turned-creative inn features ancient stone lions and Ming-Qing archways along the route. Along the way, enjoy free refreshments at two open-air wells offering jasmine tea and local pastries—ideal for capturing the true spirit of Yangzhou
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