Taichung Bao Jue Buddhist Temple, Buddhist temple in North District, Taichung, Taiwan
Bao Jue Temple is a Buddhist sanctuary in Taichung's North District with a main hall whose black roof tiles and red brick walls display traditional East Asian architecture. The grounds include a friendship bell tower, a peace memorial pavilion, and a merit hall where visitors can meditate and worship in different spaces.
The sanctuary was established in 1927 under Master Miao Chan's guidance and belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism, specifically the Myoshin-ji branch. This connection to Japanese Zen traditions shaped its philosophy and practice from the beginning.
The temple's design reflects Japanese Buddhist traditions through its layout and artistic elements. Walking through the grounds, visitors notice how the spatial arrangement and decorative details embody this cultural connection in everyday spaces.
The site has several separate areas, so plan time for a full exploration and visit the different pavilions. An early morning visit works best to enjoy the peace of the place without crowds getting in the way.
A seven-story tall golden Maitreya Buddha statue stands on the grounds, accompanied by a heavy bronze bell donated by Japanese supporters. These objects show the international significance this place held and continues to hold for Buddhist communities.
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