Tianmashan Hill

Gazing up at Tianmashan Hill, have you ever wondered about its place among Shanghai’s highest points? Tianmashan Hill stands proudly as the third highest natural point in Shanghai, reaching a height of 99.8 meters. It’s nestled within the beautiful Songjiang district, part of the sprawling Sheshan National Forest Park. Tianmashan Hill isn’t alone in its grandeur. It shares the park with three other notable hills: East Sheshan Park, West Sheshan Park, and Xiao Kunshan Park. Imagine exploring a network of pathways winding through Tianmashan Hill Park, connecting four major attractions. Follow the well-placed maps, and you won’t miss a single highlight. One of these attractions is the Hu Zhu Pagoda, also known as Dagoba. This leaning pagoda, constructed in 1079, leans even more dramatically than the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Nearby, an ancient spring and a 700-year-old ginkgo tree add to the mystical atmosphere. Ascend to the hill’s peak, and you’ll discover the Shang Feng Temple, housing a bronze statue of Avalokitesvara. A sense of Buddhist serenity permeates the air, enhanced by the presence of the Yuan Zhi Jiao Temple in the southeastern part of the hill. Tianmashan Hill offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city, a place where history, culture, and nature intertwine. A complete tour of this captivating hill takes about one and a half to two hours.