Henan 3-day Tour featuring Shaolin Temple and other Must-see Spots

There are more than 2,300 sacred niches and 100,000 Buddhist statues in various sizes craved by skilled artisans. Scattered densely on the majestic mountains from north to south, the grottoes stretch for 1,000 meters (1,100 yards) along the cliffs. In addition, there are 2,800 precious stele inscriptions and calligraphy works that will provide you a visual feast.

Outside the gate, there is a pool with fences around and lovely fish in the water. It is for the believers to set free the captive animals. After crossing the pool via a stone bridge, you will enter the temple. To the east and west of the gate are the tombs of She Moteng and Zhu Falan, which are one of the six most famous sights here. In the east corner stands a tablet pavilion. The Chinese characters written on the tablet are the work of a Chinese calligrapher abbot Shamen Wencai, designed during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-368). They are written in his familiarly free and easy style and describe the history of the White Horse Temple.

r One Temple under Heaven', is included on the UNESCO's World Cultural & Natural Heritage List in 2010. It is the cradle of Chinese Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Martial Arts. Shaolin Temple embraces many exciting attractions, such as the Hall of Heavenly Kings , the Mahavira Hall, the Pagoda Forest, the Dharma Cave and the Martial Art Training Center. We will enjoy the Kungfu show in Shaolin Temple.

It contained rich cultural connotation of the ancient government. There were totally 183 Kaifeng mayors ; and the Lord Bao was regarded as one of the best. His righteousness led to his stories be passed down in the folk by people for hundreds of years. Visit Kaifeng House Scenic Resort, enjoy the historical sitcoms, and learn the traditional Chinese culture of ruling. After that, we will take you to Kaifengbei Railway Station and see off.