Mt Putuo (Putuoshan)

Sacred Buddhist island in the Zhoushan Archipelago, dedicated to Avalokitesvara (Guanyin). One of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains.

Mt Putuo is a 12 km² island in the Zhoushan Archipelago, traditionally regarded as the home of the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Guanyin). One of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains. 30+ active temples and monasteries spread across the island, plus three sandy beaches. The 33m bronze Guanyin statue at the southern tip is the centrepiece. Multi-day pilgrimage destination; fewer Western tourists than the other sacred sites.