Lotus Mountain

Introducing Lotus Mountain
Located at the eastern Panyu, 30 km from Guangzhou, with Shizi Lake to the west, Lotus Mountain is a 4A-level national park. It covers an area of 2.33 square kilometres and has a peak 108 meters above sea level. It is famous for the 4.88-meter-high bronze-made Kwan-yin statue, ranking the top in the world.

Lotus Mountain Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Lianhuashan 莲花山
• Best Time to Visit: March to August
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 2 to 3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Nature, Hiking
• Opening Hours: 07:00-17:00
• Entrance Fee: ¥54
• Address: No. 18 Ximen Road, Shilou Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province

What to expect at Lotus Mountain

The mountain ‘s name comes from a legend. There was an evil dragon in the South China Sea, who raised winds and waves in the Pearl River estuary flooding lands, overturning ships, and causing local people to suffer. Mother Buddha came by and was furious at the dragon’s behavior. She threw her lotus on which she sat into the water, thus the evil dragon was brought under control and the lotus turned into a mountain many years later. Hence the name — Lotus mountain.

In the Western Han dynasty, Lotus Mountain was a quarry. After hundreds of years quarrying work, steep cliffs, alcoves, and other fantastic scenes were formed. The man-made caves or natural caves connect each other, forming the special scenery which is regarded as a highlight of Lingnan scenery.

There are two major festivals in the scenic area. One is the Lotus Festival which is celebrated annually from June to August. It is a grand gathering of lotus when more than 100 species are exhibited. The other is Peach Blossom Festival which is observed during the spring when the whole mountain is swathed in a blossom of pink flowers.

How to get to Lotus Mountain
• Take Metro line 3 and get off at Shiqiao Station. Then take bus Pan 92 to Lianhuashan Bus Station.
• Take Metro line 3 to Panyu Square. Then take bus Pan 93 to Lianhuashan.

Additional travel advice on Lotus Mountain
• Please wear comfortable hiking shoes and clothes.