Dajue Temple: A cultural gem of Haidian with a thousand-year history.

Beijing Dajue Temple is located at the foot of Yangtai Mountain in Haidian District, Beijing. This ancient temple was built in the Liao Dynasty and was called Qingshui Temple. The temple was built on the mountain, facing west and east, reflecting the Khitan people's custom of respecting the sun and worshiping the sun. The overall architectural layout is rigorous, and the mountain gate faces the direction of the rising sun. The architectural style of Dajue Temple is simple and elegant. The central axis is lined with buildings such as the mountain gate, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, and the Mahavira Hall. The Mahavira Hall is magnificent, with Buddha statues enshrined in it, solemn and solemn. The Wuliangshou Buddha Hall in the temple has exquisite architectural details, and the Buddha statues in the hall are compassionate and solemn. There are many ancient trees and famous trees in the courtyard of the temple, and the pines and cypresses are towering, and these ancient trees have witnessed the vicissitudes of the temple. A ginkgo tree behind the Sutra Collection Building is even more eye-catching. Every autumn, the whole tree is golden, and the leaves fall like a golden carpet on the ground. The spring water of Dajue Temple is also very famous. There is a spring water gushing out from the temple, gurgling and flowing, adding a spiritual atmosphere to the temple. In addition, there are many steles in the temple, which have high historical and cultural value and record the rise and fall of the temple and the repair situation. Dajue Temple integrates natural scenery and cultural landscapes, making it a good place for people to visit ancient times and experience Buddhist culture.