Muk Yue Shan, Mountain near Po Lin Monastery in Lantau, China.
Muk Yue Shan is a mountain on Lantau that rises to 1300 meters (4265 feet), offering wide views across the region and the surrounding waters of Hong Kong. The peak connects the Po Lin Monastery, the Big Buddha statue, and the Wisdom Path as major points in the landscape.
In 1906 three Buddhist monks from Jiangsu Province built a stone dwelling on the mountain, establishing the first religious community in the area. This marked the beginning of the site's spiritual importance that continued to develop over time.
The mountain takes its name from the wooden fish, an instrument Buddhist monks use during chanting and meditation practices. The shape of the peak reflects this spiritual connection that visitors notice as they explore the area.
Marked trails guide visitors through the mountainous terrain, connecting the monastery, Buddha statue, and other sites. Wear sturdy footwear and allow time for walking through the hilly landscape at your own pace.
Thirty-eight timber columns form the Wisdom Path, displaying the Heart Sutra through Professor Jao Tsung-I's calligraphy. Visitors often overlook this installation, yet it stands as one of the most distinctive artistic features of the mountain.
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