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Yellow walls, red eaves, and a deep sense of Zen.

Hangzhou Faxi Temple is located in the green mountains and waters by West Lake. It is a Buddhist temple with a long history and profound cultural heritage. Built during the Southern and Northern Dynasties, it has a history of nearly 1,500 years and is one of the key Buddhist temples in Zhejiang Province. When you enter the temple, you will be given three sticks of incense. The flowers are blooming, the greenery is lush, and the long red lanterns hang from the treetops, contrasting with the yellow walls, full of poetry and Zen. The entire temple is built on the mountain, with long corridors on both sides leading to the top. As you climb up the steps, you will see a different view with each step. If you turn around, you may be able to capture the ancient charm that touches your heart. The most popular photo spot is at the top of the temple. Here, you can overlook the entire temple, with its orderly halls, flying eaves, and ancient elegance, making you marvel at the exquisite architectural skills of the ancients. The main hall of Faxi Temple is solemn and magnificent. When you stand in front of the hall, you will first be shocked by its majestic momentum. The vermilion pillars are thick and tall, supporting the ancient roof, as if telling the story of time. The flying eaves of the roof are high and raised, like an eagle about to fly, showing the beauty of traditional Chinese architecture and giving people a sense of upward power. The main hall of Faxi Temple is not only a building but also a cultural heritage. It witnesses the historical changes of Hangzhou and carries people's beliefs and hopes. Here, the compassion, wisdom, and tolerance of Buddhism are inherited and promoted. Do not seek outside, but seek from the heart.
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Posted: Nov 14, 2024
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