Bukin: The Mysterious Buddhist Legends and Revelations of Mount Emei. Part II

Author: Xu Shan
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Features: On the bustling Mount Emei, there is a tranquil and even somewhat secluded place, little-known to many, yet filled with blessings left by the Buddha—Wanfo Peak. At an altitude of 3,099 meters, it is the highest peak on Mount Emei, 22 meters taller than the well-known Jinding. Mount Emei is a sacred Buddhist site, with 30 existing temples, but it once had over 200. In the past, magnificent temples stood atop Wanfo Peak, with incense smoke billowing, where numerous believers gathered to listen to eminent monks preach and were inspired to embrace Buddhism. At this moment, Wanfo Peak was bathed in Buddha's light, with countless auspicious clouds, and the eminent monks finally transformed into a beam of light and drifted away. To this day, one can still see the giant stone "Immortal Turning Back" and the overgrown "Release Pool" on the summit. The Wanfo Peak Temple was later destroyed by fire, and the former glory now lies in ruins. Compared to the modern bustle, the tranquility here is filled with depth and the mystery of Buddhism. Compared to the rebuilt, repaired, and repainted temples, it reveal the depth and turmoil of history. At Wanfo Peak, people can not only marvel at the unique sea of clouds, the stunning sunrise, the auspicious Buddha's light, the pure moonlight, but also strike the massive, 3-ton wishing bell, sending their good wishes to the Buddhist paradise with the sound of the bell. Legend has it that when visiting Mount Emei for pilgrimage and worship, one must reach Wanfo Peak to complete the merit.