#Shuri Kannondo Temple Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Historical Sites
Temples
Address:
Changzhi, Shanxi, China
Opening times:
Open today at 08:00-12:00,14:00-18:00Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
1 hour
Guan Yin Temple in Changzhi, Shanxi | Suspended sculptures are ingeniously crafted
Guan Yin Temple was established between the ninth and eleventh years of the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty (1581-1583). The existing main hall is the original piece from that year, while the rest were built during the Qing Dynasty. The gilded plaque of 'Guan Yin Temple' by Gao Qinli from the eleventh year of the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty hangs on the lintel of the main hall, which is very rare to be preserved to this day! Guan Yin Temple is a temple that worships Guan Yin as the main deity, and at the same time integrates Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. In 2001, it was announced as the fifth batch of cultural preservation units.
The suspended sculptures of Guan Yin Temple are masterpieces in ancient Chinese sculpture art. There were originally more than 800 colored clay suspended sculptures, and there are currently more than 500. The large ones are about 2 meters, and the small ones are only 2 centimeters. All kinds of immortals loved by the people, such as Guan Gong, Luohan, Jade Emperor, Eight Immortals, Confucius's seventy-two virtuous people, etc., are included. The sculpting techniques include suspended sculpture, round sculpture, group sculpture, floating sculpture, convex sculpture, and attached sculpture. Animals, trees, immortals, and more than 30 ancient architectural pavilions, platforms, buildings, and pavilions run through it, just like a 3D spatial worldview.
Main attractions, mythological stories:
Behind the three Bodhisattva statues: Shancai Tongzi's fifty-three visits
Behind the south side arch: Eight Immortals celebrating longevity
Fourth layer of the south wall: Tang King welcoming sutras, Leiyin Temple
West side of the fourth layer of the north wall: Burning the White Goose Temple
Lintel of the west wall: Western Great Achievement Teaching
Ticket: The ticket is 10 yuan, and the explanation is 30 yuan. After the explanation, you can enter the door to watch at close range
Address: Liangjiazhuang Village, Daxinzhuang Town, Changzhi City
Best time: 11-15 o'clock when the sun is good, suitable for viewing
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Taiyuan Taishan Guanyin Temple Suspended Sculpture: A Journey Through a Millennium of Buddhist Charm and Craftsmanship
This city, full of historical sediment, Taiyuan, hides many treasures that are unknown to many.
At the towering peak of Mount Tai, there stands an ancient building named Guanyin Temple, which is a representative of the essence of Longquan Temple.
The unique octagonal shape of the Guanyin Temple, the exquisite craftsmanship of the round hall, is exquisite.
Stepping into the hall, it's like walking into a kingdom of suspended sculpture.
There are 79 Buddhist statues in the hall, each of which seems to be telling a long-standing legend.
These statues and suspended sculptures have withstood the test of time and are still well preserved, which makes people admire the wisdom and skills of ancient craftsmen.
Standing in front of the Guanyin Temple, feel the tranquility and peace.
Close your eyes, as if you can hear the echoes of history, feel the breath and heartbeat of those ancient craftsmen.
The suspended sculpture of Taiyuan Taishan Guanyin Temple is a respect for history, a pursuit of art, and also a love for life.
If you come to Taiyuan, why not personally step into this unique artistic charm and feel the Buddhist charm and craftsmanship that has been passed down for thousands of years.