Fuyan Temple

Fuyan Temple is a Buddhist temple in Nanyue District of Hengyang and contains more than ten buildings including the entrance gate, the main Buddha hall, the abbot's residence, the dharma teaching hall, and a library for Buddhist texts. The main Buddha hall, positioned as the fourth major structure, houses statues of Buddha figures with eighteen arhats arranged along the interior walls.

The temple was originally called Bore Chan Temple and was established around 567 by Nanyue Huisi on Mount Heng during the Six Dynasties period. This early founding made it one of the oldest Buddhist sites in the region with continuous significance.

The temple received its current name during the Taiping Xingguo period when a Song emperor granted this official designation. This naming reflects the site's importance as a center of worship and spiritual practice for the Buddhist community.

The temple sits on Mount Heng and is accessible for visitors exploring the area. The grounds offer space to walk through the different buildings and spend time observing the structures and surroundings at your own pace.

Four ancient ginkgo trees grow on the temple grounds, with the oldest reaching about 1400 years old. These venerable trees serve as living witnesses to the centuries that have passed at this location.

Location: Hunan

Architectural style: Chinese architecture

GPS coordinates: 27.26630,112.69780

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:43