法兴寺

Faxing Temple stands on Cuiyun Mountain in Changzi County, featuring traditional structures along a north-south central axis with gates, pagodas, and halls.

Established in 401 CE during Later Liang period as Cilin Temple, it underwent name changes to Guangde Temple in Tang Dynasty and current name in Northern Song Dynasty.

The Round Enlightenment Hall contains 19 painted clay sculptures from Song Dynasty, including twelve enlightenment bodhisattvas displaying exceptional craftsmanship.

The temple complex spans 40,000 square meters and maintains daily visiting hours from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with an entrance fee of 15 yuan.

The Sarira Pagoda, built in 673 CE, measures 8.8 meters on each side with a distinctive square plan and represents a rare surviving Tang Dynasty stone tower.

Location: Shanxi

GPS coordinates: 35.98444,112.90667

Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:44