Millennium Ancient Temple - Xiangyang Cheng'en Temple

Xiangyang Cheng'en Temple is located in Gucheng County, Xiangyang City, Hubei Province. It is an ancient temple with a history of more than 1,400 years. It was built in the Sui Dynasty, flourished in the Tang Dynasty, and reached its peak in the Ming Dynasty. The temple is not only a national 2A-level tourist attraction but also a provincial forest park and is listed as one of the "Top 100 Famous Buddhist Temples in China." 📍Opening hours: 8:00 am–5:30 pm 📍Address: 45 km southeast of Gucheng County, Xiangyang City, Hubei Province 📍Tickets🎫: CNY 5 The ticket information for Cheng'en Temple may change, so it is recommended to confirm the real-time price through official channels before arrival. 📍Main attractions: ✅Bell Tower and Bronze Bell: There used to be a bell tower and a drum tower in front of the main hall of Cheng'en Temple. The existing bell tower has a bronze bell about 8 feet high and weighing more than 10,000 pounds, which is the largest bronze bell in Hubei Province. ✅Diamond Sutra: The temple preserves the imperial preface of the Diamond Sutra written by Emperor Xianzong of the Ming Dynasty. It is written in gold on a blue background, and the color has not faded in 500 years. Natural environment: The natural scenery around Cheng'en Temple is beautiful, with lush vegetation, green mountains, and clear waters. It is known as a treasure land for gathering energy, storing wind, and practicing. 📍Transportation Take a minibus to Gucheng County from Xiangcheng Bus Station in Xiangyang City, get off at the entrance of Cheng'en Temple in Cihe Town, and then take a motorcycle to the scenic spot. 📍Features and legends ✅Woniu Pool: There is a spring called "Shenshui" next to the temple, which is said to be the bathing place of Princess Yang of the Sui Dynasty and has magical curative effects. ✅Princess Yang of the Sui Dynasty: Princess Yang of the Sui Dynasty bathed in the spring water under Cheng'en Temple. ⚠️Tips ✅Safety: The end of the road is the parking lot of Cheng'en Temple, and the parking fee is CNY 10. Please pay attention to safety while driving. ✅Visiting notes: When visiting the main hall and bell tower of Cheng'en Temple, it is forbidden to take photos or touch the Buddha statues at will to protect and respect them. Cheng'en Temple is not only a treasure trove of history and culture but also a good place for self-cultivation. It is suitable for visiting and experiencing its profound cultural heritage during the journey.