The Shenzhen Asian Culture Society (SACS) is non-profit organization working to strengthen relationships, promote understanding and provide cultural enrichment for the Shenzhen community. We seek to increase knowledge, enhance dialogue, encourage creative expression, and generate new ideas across the fields of Asian culture, encompassing History, the Arts, Economics and Education. We welcome both local and expatriate members
深圳亚洲文化协会简介
深圳亚洲文化协会是一个非盈利机构，宗旨是增强交往，促进彼此了解和丰富深圳社区文化生活。我们致力于亚洲习俗文化，历史，艺术，经济和教育领域，不断地推广文化知识，加强沟通合作和鼓励艺术创新。我们欢迎本地和外国的朋友加入我们的协会
SACS Springtime Garden & Temple Tour

"The Phoenixes dwells in Wutong Mountain, and the fairies played in the pool of the Heaven". The Fairy Lake Botanic Garden covers over 587 hectares at the foot of Shenzhen's tallest (944m) mountain Wutong Shan. The garden was begun in 1983, opening to the public in 1988, it covers an area of 587 hectares. Known for its special displays of seasonal flowers, cycads, palms, bamboos and endangered trees Fairy Lake Garden is a showcase of Chinese gardening traditions.
 After touring the gardens we will pause for a lovely lunch. Those who are interested can visit Shenzhen's largest Buddhist Temple the Hongfasi. Following lunch Marco Loglio will lead us on an exploration of some lesser known parts of Shenzhen to visit the unique Dongshan Temple. Located on Longtou Mountain near Dapeng Bay to the east of the city, the Dongshan Temple was first built in 1394 and then rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). There are four main halls, three dedicated to the Buddha and one to Guan Yin. The temple was used as a training center for local guerrilla troops during the anti-Japanese war in the early 1940s.
 Not far from this temple, on the northern slope of Longshi Mountain, is the Longyan Temple, renowned for a spring in the cave underneath the hall dedicated to Guan Yin. The spring, spouting water for more than 100 years, not only quenches thirst but is said to facilitate health as well.
 We will explore the surrounding area by foot so good walking shoes are essential. The tour includes air-conditioned motor coach, all entrance fees, lunch and guides
 Cost: RMB 300 SACS member, RMB 250 Child, RMB 350 non-member
 Reservations are essential. reservations@shenzhenacs.com Queries? Tel. 13423720417
Join SACS for a day in the magical Fairy Lake Botanic Gardens where we will enjoy a lovely lunch before heading out for an exploration of some of Shenzhen oldest and most intriguing temples.