Exploring the Jade Emperor Temple in Jincheng, Shanxi, deeply impressed by Chinese aesthetics

The Jade Emperor Temple, also known as the Fucheng Jade Emperor Temple, is located in a village in Jinzhong. The temple layout is meticulous, divided into three courtyards, with the first and second mountain gates, the pavilion for the gods, and the Jade Emperor Hall arranged along the central axis, covering an area of 3520 square meters. The entire architectural complex is well-arranged, showcasing the unique charm of Song Dynasty temple architecture. ⛺【Must-see Attraction: 28 Constellations Colored Sculptures】: The twenty-eight constellations are an important part of the ancient Chinese astronomical observation system, divided by the ancients to observe the movements of the sun, moon, and five planets (gold, wood, water, fire, and earth). The colored sculptures of the twenty-eight constellations from the Yuan Dynasty are the highlights of this temple. These clay sculptures were created by the Yuan Dynasty master sculptor Liu Luan, each one vividly lifelike. Kang Jinlong is majestic yet gentle, Xu Rishu is lively, Lou Jingou is herding, and Shi Huozhu is simple and cute... Each statue is a masterpiece of ancient Chinese sculpture art! 🏨【Tickets and Transportation】: · Address: Fucheng Village, Jincheng, Zezhou County, Shanxi Province · Opening hours: 8:30-18:30 · Ticket price: 20 yuan · Transportation: It is recommended to drive, about 18 kilometers from Jincheng city. You can also take local buses, specific routes can be checked locally. · Reservation: Visiting the Jade Emperor Temple Colored Sculpture and Mural Museum requires an appointment in advance, and you can enter for free through VX. 🧡【Tips】: Touching the relics inside the Jade Emperor Temple is prohibited, please visit civilly. Parking is convenient, so visitors driving do not need to worry about parking. It is recommended to bring a camera, but do not use the flash when taking pictures.