Detailed introduction of Taoguang Temple, a scenic spot in Hangzhou

Daoguang Temple was built by Daoguang, a Buddhist monk, with the place name of Shu. After five dynasties, Tianfu in Jin Dynasty was rebuilt in 938. After Daoguang Temple was destroyed by fire in 1982, it was converted into an open-air hall and named' Deep Baiyun'. From June, 5438 to February, 2003, Hangzhou Garden Cultural Relics Bureau handed it over to Hangzhou Buddhist Association for management, and began to repair it in 2006. 2012165438+1October 23rd, Master Yue Zhen became the first new abbot of Daoguang Temple.

Detailed introduction of Taoguang Temple scenic spot

Taoguang Temple is an influential ancient temple in the Tang Dynasty in Lingyin Scenic Area. It is located next to yongfu temple. It was built by Daoguang, a famous monk in Sichuan in the Tang Dynasty, hence its name. The temple has always been famous for worshipping Buddha and watching the mountains and the sea. Historically, Bai Juyi often came to the temple to cook tea and recite poems when he was the secretariat of Hangzhou.

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The gate of the temple is very special, with white walls and gray arches, which has the charm of Jiangnan architecture. After entering the door, there are the Ursa Major Hall, Mani Palace, Jinlianchi, Qin Yi Mountain Spring, Guan Hai Tower, the towering Hall of Light of the Founding Father, etc., followed by the statue of Lv Dongbin. This is a unique combination of Buddhism and Taoism. Occasionally, someone in the temple comes to burn incense. Zen sounds very old and quiet and peaceful.