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Mount Emei

Mount Emei is one of China's four famous Buddhist mountains and a UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing both cultural and natural heritage. Located in Huangwan Town, Emei City, Leshan, its main peak, Wanfoding, reaches an altitude of 3,099 meters and is renowned for its 'majesty, beauty, mysticism, and wonder.' The 'Four Great Wonders'—golden summit sea of clouds, Buddha's halo, sacred light, and sunrise—are legendary. The monumental statue of Ten Directions Samantabhadra stands solemn and majestic; temples such as Bao Guo Temple, Fu Hu Temple, Qing Yin Ge, and Wan Nian Temple are scattered along the mountain. Inside Wan Nian Temple rests a bronze statue of Samantabhadra riding an elephant from the Northern Song Dynasty. The mountain is rich in rare flora and fauna, including macaques and Davidia trees. It offers both spiritual pilgrimage and opportunities for hiking and summer retreat.

Updated at: 2026-09-17

Address: Emei City, Huangwan Town, Leshan City
Official website: https://ems517.com/new/englishIndex

Opening hours

Period	Opens	Closes	Note
Peak Season (April 1 – October 31)	06:00	17:00
Low Season (November 1 – March 31 of next year)	07:00	16:00

Ticket info

Type	Price	Note
Peak Season (January 16 – December 14)	160¥	1. The ticket is valid for two calendar days, with the booking date being the first calendar day. 2. Mount Emei Scenic Area is classified as a Level One Forest Fire Prevention Zone. Carrying fire sources, matches, chemicals, or flammable and explosive materials into the scenic area is strictly prohibited. Smoking, fireworks, sky lanterns, and open fires are forbidden within the area. Please do not bring pets into the scenic area. 3. The scenic area implements time-slot reservations and capacity limits. Please plan your itinerary accordingly and book your tickets and sightseeing bus tickets in advance to avoid being unable to enter due to sold-out tickets or buses.
Low Season (December 15 – January 15 of next year)	110¥	1. The ticket is valid for two calendar days, with the booking date being the first calendar day. 2. Mount Emei Scenic Area is classified as a Level One Forest Fire Prevention Zone. Carrying fire sources, matches, chemicals, or flammable and explosive materials into the scenic area is strictly prohibited. Smoking, fireworks, sky lanterns, and open fires are forbidden within the area. Please do not bring pets into the scenic area. 3. The scenic area implements time-slot reservations and capacity limits. Please plan your itinerary accordingly and book your tickets and sightseeing bus tickets in advance to avoid being unable to enter due to sold-out tickets or buses.

Service facilities

Parking
Scenic Area Guide
Scenic Area Map
Restroom
Food & Beverage
Convenience Store
Souvenir Shop
Scenic Area Transportation

Detailed Transportation Information for the Park

Round-trip sightseeing bus ticket: High-speed rail station / Bao Guo Temple / Huangwan — Leidongping (Full Mountain Sightseeing Bus) 90¥ per person.
Halfway round-trip sightseeing bus ticket: High-speed rail station / Bao Guo Temple / Huangwan — Wuxian Gang / Wan Nian Temple 40¥ per person
Zero Kilometer — Leidongping 50¥ per person
Departure times at Bao Guo Temple and Huangwan Station:
Summer (April 1 – October 31): Upward service: 6:00 – 17:00
Winter (November 1 – March 31 of next year): Upward service: 7:00 – 16:00
Departure times at Wan Nian Temple, Wuxian Gang, and Zero Kilometer Stations:
Summer (April 1 – October 31): Upward service 6:00 – 17:00, downward service ends at 18:00
Winter (November 1 – March 31 of next year): Upward service 7:00 – 16:00, downward service ends at 17:30
Departure times at Leidongping Station:
Summer (April 1 – October 31): Downward departure starts at 8:00, downward service ends at 18:00
Winter (November 1 – March 31 of next year): Downward departure starts at 9:00, downward service ends at 17:30 (no departures after 16:30 if severe weather occurs)