Cao'an, Manichaean temple in Jinjiang, China
The temple contains two levels built in granite, featuring a worship area downstairs and living quarters for priests on the upper floor.
The temple received recognition in 2021 when UNESCO added it to the World Heritage List as evidence of medieval Chinese religious exchanges.
The temple houses a statue of Mani, the founder of Manichaeism, depicting him with straight hair and a beard, donated by a local follower in 1339.
The temple sits on Huabiao Hill's southern slope near Shedian Village, approximately 50 kilometers south of central Quanzhou in Fujian province.
The structure represents the sole remaining complete Manichaean temple complex preserved within China, featuring architectural elements of Buddhist design.
Location: Jinjiang
GPS coordinates: 24.77361,118.52972
Latest update: May 13, 2025 18:44
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