Gathering of Immortals on the Ziyun Mountainside｜Chongqing Temple in Changzi County, Southeast Shanxi

[Jinshan Jimei·Changzhi·Ziyun Mountainside Gathering of Immortals] After watching Bodhisattva and Arhat, Southeast Jinxi is so awesome. Chongqing Temple, located on the mountainside of Ziyun Mountain, is small and even a little cramped. It feels a bit like a courtyard with several small halls scattered among it. It may seem unprepossessing, but inside it is a collection of masterpieces of colorful sculptures from different periods including the Song and Ming dynasties. Among them, the most famous one is the colorful statue of the Eighteen Arhats in the Dashi Hall. This is a statue with a clear date. It was built in the early Northern Song Dynasty, nearly a thousand years ago. Compared with the calm and beautiful Bodhisattva of Beoxing Temple that I just visited, the image of Arhat is more three-dimensional and diverse. They are fat or thin, sitting or standing, with rich gestures and expressions. Ancient craftsmen were always able to perfectly express their inner thoughts through sculptures, which were actually expressions of their own outlook on life and values ​​in the world. I met another study tour group, listened to it, and benefited a lot. In addition, the Ming Dynasty colored sculptures and hanging sculptures in the Ten Emperors Hall next to it are not to be missed, they are quite exciting. Chongqing Temple YYDS! 📝Note tips: The current entrance fee to Chongqing Temple is 25 yuan, you can drive up directly