In the Ming Dynasty, Dong Liu and Yu Yizheng wrote A Brief Introduction to the Scenery of the Imperial Capital, which recorded the 19th day of the first month: "According to legend, it is the day when real people come, or become gentry, ladies or beggars. Therefore, with a hundred feathers, they married Panasonic. I am very happy to see them. "
According to legend, on the 18th night of the first month, Qiu Chuji returned to his former residence as an official, a tourist, a woman and a beggar. Whoever is lucky enough to meet this immortal can get rid of illness and prolong life. As soon as the story spread, even the emperor of the dynasty sent courtiers to Baiyun Temple to hold a banquet and make a big sacrifice to the mound.
From 18, pilgrims from all over the world came to Baiyun Temple from all directions. Qiu Chuji's disciples set up a few simple shacks under the pine trees in the pass and meditated. Some tourists simply stay up all night in a secluded place in their sight, waiting for an opportunity, so why are they willing to see Qiu Zhenren?
19 is just the day of alcohol and tobacco festivals, and tourists from inside and outside Baiyun Temple are weaving, and the activities reach a climax. With the passage of time, the content of alcohol and tobacco festival has been enriched and colorful, and gradually formed a big temple fair. There are cultural performances, martial arts acrobatics, scenic snacks, handicrafts exhibitions and sales. The temple fair has an active atmosphere and a large scale.