Experience the unique 'Inverted Slope Temple' in Kunming

The previous note was about the Jacaranda Theme Park on Jiaochang Middle Road in Kunming. This time, we come to Yuantong Zen Temple, a cleverly designed temple with a charming atmosphere. ✅ Must Experience: Yuantong Zen Temple is different from most temples where the terrain gets higher as you go further in, like climbing a hill. Instead, it goes the opposite way; the terrain gets lower as you move inward, as if walking into a mysterious valley. This is the design of the 'Inverted Slope Temple,' which is refreshing and novel. ❤ Recommended Reason: In fact, the 'Inverted Slope Temple' embodies profound Buddhist philosophy! It symbolizes the practitioner's journey from the mundane world to purity. The further you go inside, the farther you are from the hustle and bustle of the secular world, and the more peaceful and pure your mind becomes. It is not only one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Kunming, but also the largest temple within the city, founded during the Tang Dynasty Nanzhao period, originally named Butuoluo Temple. Upon entering the mountain gate and descending a slope, you'll see the 'Yuantong Shengjing' archway, which was built in the seventh year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty (1668). In the center of the main hall, there are Yuan Dynasty sculptures of the three bodies of Buddha: the Dharmakaya, Sambhogakaya, and Nirmanakaya. ❤ Recommended Reason: Every March, the cherry blossoms here are in full bloom, attracting visitors who come to enjoy the cherry blossoms. 📍 Detailed Address: No. 30 Yuantong Street, Wuhua District, Kunming 📝 Note tips: Ticket: 6 yuan including incense 🗓 Itinerary: Not far from Green Lake, can be arranged on the same route