The Journey

Mount Tai, located in Shandong Province, is one of China's pre-Buddhist Five Peaks. The mountain has been the site and subject of worship for three millennia. Unlike the Four Sacred Mountains of Buddhism in China (Mount Wutai, Mount Emei, Mount Juihua, and Mount Putuo), Mount Tai is associated primarily with Daoism and the cardinal direction East, although it too became a site of Buddhist pilgrimage and worship. This map of Mount Tai was printed for the benefit of pilgrims and other visitors by the Baowenzhai Shudian (Precious Literature Studio Bookstore) and identifies key peaks, scenic spots, a mix of Daoist and Buddhist temples, and other structures on the mountain.