A journey of faith, a covenant of the heart
This is what the American travel writer Sara said about Putuo Mountain in her travelogue. Originally from the East Coast of the United States, Sara finally had the opportunity to set foot on Mount Putuo, where she had been dreaming for a long time, three months ago.
Originating from faith, thousands of miles away
Sarah's trip to Mount Putuo originated from the recommendation of an American friend. "A friend of mine who has lived in China for many years told me that if you want to experience China's faith and culture, Putuo Mountain is a must-visit. Curious and yearning, Sara embarked on a flight to Mount Putuo.
At first sight, I saw Putuo Mountain, which stood quietly between the sea and the sky, exuding a transcendent tranquility. The moment I climbed Mount Putuo, my heart suddenly became extremely peaceful. ＂
Believers gather to understand life
In Putuo Mountain, Sara saw all kinds of people: there were pious pilgrims who sailed for several hours by boat, who came from far and wide to worship and pray in front of the Buddha statue, and there were photography enthusiasts with cameras in hand and heavy backpacks, waiting all night to capture the most beautiful scenery of Putuo Mountain;
There are groups of college students who come in groups, talking and laughing on the ancient mountain roads, and there are also three generations of people who travel with their families, the old people worship the Buddha devoutly, and the children play and play in the mountains......
"Here, faith, photography, leisure, parent-child, everyone has their own 'Putuo Mountain' in their hearts. Sara said with heartfelt emotion. She realized that Putuo Mountain carries the expectations and dreams of too many people, and it has long gone beyond the meaning of a simple tourist destination and has become a habitat for the soul.
Pray sincerely, observe others and yourself
At Puji Temple, Sara saw a young girl kneeling and praying in front of the statue of the Bodhisattva, tears quietly falling from her eyes. Sara stepped forward to talk and learned that the girl's family was sick, and the trip was to pray for the family's blessing and hope that the family would recover soon.
"Life has different trials and tribulations for everyone, and the important thing is how to face them. This girl chose to go to Putuo Mountain to pray for blessings, perhaps this is the power of faith. ＂
Temples and temples, looking at things and minds
While visiting the temples of Putuo Mountain, Sara was struck by the quaint and stately architecture. "For thousands of years, countless skilled craftsmen have worked hard here to leave behind magnificent architectural artworks. They have gone through the baptism of time, and they are still standing, conveying the power of faith. ＂
At Puji Temple, Sara stopped to admire a mural depicting Guanyin Bodhisattva. In the painting, Guanyin holds a willow branch and stands on a lion, with kind eyebrows and kind eyes. Sara felt a sense of peace of mind. "Art comes from life and is higher than life. The compassion of Guanyin in the mural makes people feel an unconditional love and tolerance for all things. This is also the feeling that Putuo Mountain brought me. ＂
Wander the mountains and seas, and watch the scenery
Apart from the temple, the natural beauty of Mount Putuo also impressed Sara. "Standing on the top of Putuo Mountain, looking around, but seeing the sea and the sky, the vast sea and the blue sky are connected. In front of such a beautiful scenery, you will feel how small you are, and how insignificant those troubles and obsessions are. ＂
At Panda Rock, Sara meets a painter who is sketching. The painter told Sara that he would come to Putuo Mountain every year to sketch, and that the beauty here gave him infinite inspiration. "Art originates from nature and is higher than nature. The painter expressed his feelings and understanding of the beauty of Putuo Mountain in an artistic way, which is the best way to express faith. Sara sighed heartily.
Women's police flowers, guarding peace
During the trip, Sara meets several policewomen on patrol. They are dressed in straight police uniforms, heroic and cool, answering questions for tourists and maintaining order in the scenic spot.
Sara struck up a conversation with a female patrol officer named Xiao Ying. Patrol Officer Ying told Sara, "I am very proud to work in Putuo Mountain. I not only want to maintain the security of the scenic spot, but also to infect every tourist with a smile and enthusiasm, so that they can have fun in Putuo Mountain, and at the same time remind them to pay attention to safety. ＂
"I was very impressed with the patrol. She is not only beautiful, but also conscientious in her work, which makes people feel a sense of beauty and positive energy. In her, I saw the demeanor of Chinese women in the new era. Sara writes in her travelogue.
A paradise where the soul belongs
After returning to the United States, Sara often thinks about the moments in Putuo Mountain. "Putuo Mountain is like a paradise, away from the hustle and bustle, back to the heart. There, you can forget the time, forget the troubles, forget the worldly distractions, and simply talk to yourself and find the place where your heart belongs. ＂
Sara wrote in her travelogue: "The trip to Putuo Mountain was a journey of the soul and a journey of self-discovery. By observing the people and things in Putuo Mountain, I have examined and reflected more on myself and thought about the meaning of life. Perhaps this is the true meaning of faith. ＂
For Sarah, a trip to Mount Putuo is not only a trip, but also a baptism of the soul. That Haitian Buddha Kingdom will always leave an indelible mark on her heart. She sighed: "Being able to go to Putuo Mountain is one of the best experiences of my life. ＂