Yunlin Temple in Yanggao, Shanxi

Yunlin Temple( The main hall of Yunlin Temple (center) in Yanggao, Shanxi Province is full of shocking sights Yanggao, Shanxi, was called Gaoliu during the Han and Tang Dynasties. In the 26th year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty, Xu Da built Yanghe City. In the 3rd year of Shunzhi in the Qing Dynasty, Dongyanghe City and Xigaoshanwei were merged into Yanggaowei, and Datong Prefecture was moved here. It is located at the junction of Shanxi, Hebei and Mongolia. It is the first fortress on the east road of Datong Town. It is the shoulder of Shanxi and the barrier of the capital. It is a must-fight for military strategists. The war is endless. The Great Wall stretches across the whole territory. There is a mountain named Baideng in the territory. It is now on the line of Mapu and Cailiang Mountains. Two thousand two hundred years ago, Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty led a large army to advance all the way and was trapped by Maodun, the Khan of the Xiongnu. , and later he bribed the Chanyu's wife and concubine Yanshi heavily to escape danger, leaving behind the story of the Siege of Baideng; in July of the 14th year of Zhengtong, the Ming army fought fiercely with Oirat Yesen here, and the governor of Datong, Xining Hou Song Ying, died on the battlefield and sacrificed his life for the government. Yanghe City was broken, and Wang Zhencai led Yingzong to lead the army in person; during the Boxer Rebellion, Cixi and Guangxu fled to Yanggao on the fourth day of August, and stayed at the house of Ren Zhaoxiang, a gentleman in Jiangjun Lane. The reception and treatment were all as Cixi wished, and Yanggao County was named Xicheng. This time she also visited this house, which was in disrepair and had become a ruin. Yanghe City built during the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty had three gates, each with an urn, enemy tower and watchtower. There were more than 60 temples in the city, including the Jade Emperor Pavilion, Xuan Emperor Palace, Guandi Temple, and more than 10 archways. Hundreds of years have ravaged everything, and now only a section of the west gate with mottled earthen wall remains. On one side of the wall, a Yunlin Temple built by imperial decree in the Ming Dynasty still has a hipped-roof hall, and the hall is full of treasures. Yunlin Temple is also called West Temple because of its location. It was built after the city was built. The exact date is unknown. It faces south and its old layout is Behind the city, the exact age is unknown, it faces south and its old layout consisted of four courtyards including the mountain gate, Vajra Hall, bell and drum tower, Heavenly King Hall, and Great Hero Hall. Now only the main hall remains, and the Heavenly King Hall and auxiliary halls were rebuilt in the early 1990s. It is famous in the ancient building fan circle for its murals, statues, and architecture, and has also been on my personal expectation list for the past few years. There are 25 clay sculptures from the Ming Dynasty in the main hall, which were redecorated in the late Qing Dynasty and are in quite good condition. This unique hall of Eighteen Arhats has been posted before. Other statues include the main Buddha of the Three Ages, two disciples Kashyapa and Ananda, two Dharma protectors, etc. The gilded Buddha of the Three Ages has a plump and serene face. Including the base of the Buddha platform, it is more than 5 meters high. The hanging sculptures behind the light are extremely unique, and the floral textures of the flying celestial beings and Vajrapani are complex and delicate. The two guardian Vajra statues are over 4 meters tall, slightly leaning towards the center with an oppressive look. They are strong and majestic, with flowing clothing and fine armor. They are exquisite works of Ming Dynasty sculpture. The colorful statues are located in the dark hall. Quietly observing, one can only feel the dazzling flowers. The strong aura of the layout, the detailed realistic style and the bold patterns and colors show the stunning beauty of this national VI treasure. Recalling the former Yanghe City outside the Great Wall, the spirit and character of the Northern Wei Dynasty were transformed into simple, open-minded and enthusiastic folk customs. Temples were scattered throughout the city, integrating Buddhism and Taoism. The imperially built West Temple was crowded with incense burners on the day of worshiping Buddha. For hundreds of years, this hall of statues has accepted the chanting and worship of countless good men and women. It is the accumulated piety that makes the statues extraordinary and immortal. to be continued Tourist attractions