[2024 Guangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Temple of the Six Banyan Trees (Updated Nov)

Liurong Temple in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou | If you have half a day, why not come here?

| If you have half a day, why not come here? 🌟 Highlights: Liurong Temple is located on Liurong Road in Guangzhou. It is a temple with a long history, a towering pagoda, lush trees, and a collection of cultural relics. Many celebrities have left their footprints in history. Liurong Temple got its name because Su Dongpo inscribed the temple's name. Friends who want to pray for marriage can try it here. It is said to be very effective, but also for peace, joy, and fortune. 📍Address: No. 87, Liurong Road, Yuexiu District 🚗Transportation: 🚇 Take Metro Line 1 or 2 to Gongyuanqian Station and walk about 800 meters to reach the temple. 🚶‍♀ ✅About Liurong Temple: 🟡 One of the most famous and historic temples in Guangzhou, it has always been a favorite place for literati and poets: Wang Bo left his writings here, and Su Shi inscribed the temple's name. There are many pilgrims in the temple, and the incense is very strong; the environment is quiet and secluded, making it a good choice to relax and empty your mind. 🟡 It is said that Liurong Temple is the most effective place to pray for marriage. Family members in need can go and worship. I caught the tail end of the Spring Festival holiday and went to pray for my career. I hope the Buddha will bless me. ✔ Recommended duration: 2-3 hours 🎟️ Tickets: Free, no reservation required 💗 Other tips: 1⃣ Remember to visit the Thousand Buddha Pagoda and walk around it in an odd number of circles, such as 3 or 7. 2⃣ You can buy candles and lamps in the temple to pray for blessings. You can also bring fresh flowers or offerings such as peanuts and apples. 3⃣ The opening hours are 8:00-16:30. Remember to come before 4 pm, or the temple will be closed. 4⃣ Please keep quiet in the temple and enjoy the beauty of tranquility.

Must Visit in Guangzou 👀

The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees or Liurong Temple was originally built in AD 537, and it carries almost 1500 years. It is distinguished for its Flower Pagoda. In 1997, it was listed in the record of ”Top Ten Tourist Attractions in Guangzhou”. It is an octangular pagoda with 57.6m high, which is the tallest pagoda in Guangzhou city. Best Time: All Year Round Recommended Visiting Hours: Around 2 hours Opening Hours: 08:00~17:00 every day Tickets: ¥ 5 per ticket Local Guide Tips: 1. It is very close to Sacred Heart Cathedral, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and Beijing road. So you can combine food shopping and exploration of many things on the same day. 2. If you want to experience the Buddhists’ praying, you could choose to go there during Chinese festivals such as the Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, and Dragon Boat Festival. 3. You can pay to have a private blessing with one of the monks in the temple. 4. You could throw a coin in the can in the courtyard for good luck. 5. You are not allowed to take photos of Buddha statues. Best Time: All Year Round Recommended Visiting Hours: Around 1 hour Opening Hours: 08:00~17:00 every day Tickets: ¥ 5 per ticket Address: No.87, Liu Rong Road, Zhong Shan 6 Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou City, #cherryblossom2024 #mytravelhacks #localguides #historicallandmarks #tripblazers #china #freehotelstay #trip #wecreate #travel

Guangzhou Photography: A Hidden Gem in the City! A Spiritual Retreat Under an Ancient Pagoda!

Hey, friends! Today, I'm taking you to a peaceful place in the bustling city center—Liurong Temple. This place not only has a long history but is also a great place to find peace of mind. Liurong Temple is located on Liurong Road in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou. It is easily accessible by subway. 🏛 Temple Highlights & Tour Guide 🏛 Liurong Temple is famous for its "Liurong Flower Pagoda," which has a unique shape and profound cultural heritage. It is said that Su Dongpo, a writer from the Northern Song Dynasty, wrote the words "Liurong" for the temple, adding to its cultural charm. Although the six banyan trees are no longer there, the pagoda still stands tall and has become a landmark in Guangzhou. When you enter the temple, the first thing you see is the colorful flower pagoda. Unlike the common shape of a pagoda, the eaves of each floor of the pagoda are like blooming flowers, giving a sense of tranquility and vitality. In addition, there are other important buildings in the temple, such as the Mahavira Hall, waiting for you to explore. 🙏 Spiritual Insights & Interactive Experience 🙏 In addition to worshiping or praying, you can find a quiet corner to feel the tranquility of the city. On weekends, there are Dharma assemblies here, and you can participate in them to experience the charm of Buddhist culture. 📸 Photography Tips & Photo Sharing 📸 Want to take beautiful photos? Remember to choose the right lighting and use the lines and shadows of the pagoda to compose your photos. Looking up at the pagoda from below or finding an angle to capture the combination of the pagoda and the sky can result in great photos! 💡 Tips 💡 1. Dress code: Please dress appropriately and avoid wearing revealing clothes. 2. Environmental awareness: Littering is not allowed in the temple. Please maintain environmental hygiene. 3. Civilized visit: Keep your phone on silent and avoid making loud noises. I hope this guide will help you when you visit Liurong Temple. Whether you are looking for inner peace or admiring the beauty of ancient architecture, this place will be worth your visit. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beauty, and feel free to leave your footprints and feelings in the comments section to let more people know about this place full of stories! - 📍Address: No. 87, Liurong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou 🚇Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 or 2 to Gongyuanqian Station, Exit L2 ⏰Hours: 8:00–16:30 🎫Tickets: Free - Remember to follow me for more travel guides, and let's discover the beauty of the world together! ✨ -

A Spiritual Oasis

#chinatrip The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is one of Guangzhou’s most revered Buddhist temples, with a history dating back over 1,400 years. Known for its stunning architecture and peaceful ambiance, the temple is a significant spiritual site in the city. The centerpiece of the temple is the towering Flower Pagoda, which stands at 57 meters and is a striking example of traditional Chinese pagoda design. Visitors can explore the temple’s serene courtyards, admire the intricate Buddhist statues, and take in the tranquil atmosphere that makes this a perfect escape from the bustling city. The temple is also a place of worship for locals, giving visitors a chance to witness authentic Buddhist rituals and ceremonies. For those interested in spirituality, architecture, and history, the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees offers a deep connection to Guangzhou’s religious heritage.

Nighttime Revelry🌛Beijing Road’s Twilight Treasure 🚦

#travelanywhere 🌃 Beijing Road (Guangzhou, China 🇨🇳) at night captures the essence of Guangzhou's dynamic blend of tradition and modernity, making it a must-visit for locals and tourists alike. Strolling around Beijing Road and its surrounding area at night offers a unique glimpse into Guangzhou's cultural and historical richness. Start by visiting the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees (Liurong Temple), a renowned Buddhist temple with a history dating back over 1,400 years. Illuminated by soft lighting, the temple's intricate architecture and ancient statues create a serene atmosphere perfect for contemplation and reflection.🙏🏻 After exploring the temple, wander through the nearby streets of Beijing Road. The area is transformed at night, with traditional lanterns casting a gentle glow over the bustling markets and lively street vendors. The air is filled with the aromas of street food vendors selling everything from spicy noodles to freshly grilled skewers. People from all walks of life mingle, creating a lively atmosphere of chatter and laughter. 🗣️💬 As you continue your stroll, don't miss the opportunity to admire the historic buildings lining Beijing Road. Many shops and boutiques stay open late, allowing you to browse for unique souvenirs, traditional crafts, and modern fashions. Whether you're soaking in the cultural ambiance or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of the city at night, a stroll along Beijing Road and its temple area promises to be a memorable experience. 🛍️🧵 #guangzhou #beijingroad #bubbletea #streetfood #Nightout #scenary #china

Great temple for exploring in guangzhou

Keep clam and pray

Liu Rong temple, good place for visiting. Location is near Beijing Road walking street, just walk around and rest here for 30mins. Also you can walk to Guangxiao temple, the oldest Buddhist temple. Don’t miss.

Liurong Temple | Su Dongpo has been here, how can you miss it

| Su Dongpo has been here, how can you miss it.🌿 "Guangxiao is known for its trees, and Jinghui is known for its pagoda". 🔸Liurong Temple is just a street away from Guangxiao Temple, and together with Guangxiao, Hualin, and Hoi Tong Temples, it is known as one of the four great Buddhist monasteries in Guangzhou. - 🔸Originally named Jinghui Temple, it is said that Su Dongpo passed by this place, found the banyan trees shading the sun, and the serene Zen atmosphere, and with a flourish of his brush, he wrote the words "Liurong". It was not until the Qing Dynasty's Guangxu period that "Liurong Temple" became its official name. Upon careful appreciation, one can still get close to the ink fragrance transformed by Su Dongpo's writing. - 🔸Compared to the scale of Guangxiao Temple, Liurong Temple may be compact but it holds immense historical value. The "Liurong Flower Pagoda" inside the temple stands tall with its eaves and walls dazzlingly brilliant. The pagoda has eight sides, nine tiers, and a total of seventeen levels, and it is said that from the top one can overlook the old Guangzhou city, making it the tallest ancient pagoda from the Song Dynasty still existing in the Lingnan region. - 🔸Today's Liurong Temple, inheriting a millennium of devotion and cultural context, is bustling with pilgrims, making this temple a pure land for the soul, filled with wisdom and harmony. ---------- 💡Tips: In the temple, flowers are used to honor Buddha, and you can offer lamps or write wish ribbons for blessings inside the temple. It's good to bring some peanuts and fruits as offerings to Buddha. Remember to walk clockwise around the flower pagoda, with odd numbers being auspicious. Then turn the wheel of fortune, symbolizing smooth sailing from then on. Do not wear revealing clothes! Do not be noisy! Do not take photos of the Buddha statues! ----------- 🎈Address: No. 87, Liurong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou 🚗Transportation: Walk 500 meters from Exit of Park Front Station of Metro🚇 Line 1/2 🎫Ticket: Free 🕰️Hours: 8:00-16:30

Lunar New Year | Liurong Temple · Blessing

🏮🏮🏮 Every lunar December 23rd morning, also known as the so-called "Lunar New Year", the high monks of "Liurong Temple" will gather together, around the "Flower Pagoda" in Liurong Temple with hundreds of years of history, to hold a grand ceremony for praying for the new year. The ceremony includes chanting scriptures, Zen chanting, walking around the pagoda, changing blessing plaques, etc., not only praying for the Chinese people, but also for all people who love peace in the world. It reflects the great pattern of Zen Buddhism opening the door to kindness and saving all sentient beings. On the occasion of the New Year, the old people in Guangzhou have the traditional custom of going to Liurong Temple to "hang a blessing plaque", which can be for relatives, friends, or even for themselves to ask for a blessing plaque to hang under the flower pagoda. The "blessing plaque" will be on the day of the lunar new year every year, after the high monks have finished their ceremonies, the old blessing plaques offered by the believers last year will be taken down and incinerated together, and then the new blessing plaques offered by the believers will be hung under the flower pagoda, a landmark of Yangcheng for thousands of years since the Northern and Southern Dynasties, for a whole year, receiving the wisdom of the thousand-year-old temple's continuous incense and the monks' Zen chanting. Therefore, this has also become one of the most important New Year's blessing ceremonies for the old Guangzhou people before the Spring Festival. 💖Practical Guide 🌟Hang a blessing plaque: Just voluntarily donate 50 yuan for good deeds, and you can get an exclusive "blessing plaque", write your thoughts for your loved ones, your beautiful expectations for the future, and then give it to the volunteers to hang it on the bottom of the flower pagoda, receiving the protection and blessing of the incense of the thousand-year-old temple. It can be seen that the project of Liurong "hanging a blessing plaque" is not exclusive to the rich who want to make money, it has always been very down-to-earth. And I, too, have gotten used to hanging a blessing plaque for my relatives at this time every year. There are six types of blessing plaques: Na Fu, Kai Yun, An Kang, Ju Cai, Ping An, Ji Xiang, each with different meanings, you can choose according to your own wishes and write down various wishes. You can hang it at any time of the year, and it will be taken down and incinerated together after the blessing ceremony of the lunar new year next year. So, if you come to ask for it on the day of the lunar new year, the blessing plaque can hang under the flower pagoda for a whole year. 🌟Give away the word 'Fu': At this time every year, the good calligraphers in Liurong Temple, whether they are monks or laymen, will give away the word 'Fu' for free. You can take the word 'Fu' from the precious temple home and stick it on the front door, or in the house, and you will be full of good luck for a whole year. This is also a Spring Festival custom that the old Guangzhou people love. Giving away the word 'Fu' is free, you just need to follow Liurong Temple's public account. 🌟Tour Liurong: Liurong Temple is not only a Buddhist treasure land, but also a feng shui treasure land with a long history in Yangcheng. The great literati Su Dongpo loved this place so much that he lived here for a long time to meditate. Now the temple plaque "Liurong" is from his handwriting, and therefore "Liurong Temple" replaced the original "Jinghui Temple" name. The temple visit is completely free. The "Liurong Flower Pagoda" is a Thousand Buddha Pagoda, the core pillar of the pagoda is a copper pillar, cast in the 18th year of Yuan Zhizheng (1358), the pillar body is densely covered with 1033 small Buddha statues and cloud-wrapped heavenly palace pagoda pictures. The Thousand Buddha Copper Pillar, together with the golden flame pearl, double dragon bead, nine-layer plate, cover plate and 8 iron chains on the top of the pagoda, weighs more than 5 tons. For hundreds of years, the Flower Pagoda has always been one of the most conspicuous "landmarks" in Yangcheng. ……………………………… 🌈Liurong Temple Address: No. 87, Liurong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou Ticket: Free Opening hours: 7:30~17:00 Recommended index🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 🚦Transportation Subway🚇 Line 1 or Line 2, get off at "Gongyuanqian" station, exit i2. 8 minutes walk. Pushi | Local people take you to tour Guangzhou deeply