Nanjixiang Temple

南吉祥寺

A Song-dynasty ancient temple in Pingchuan Village, Lingchuan. Its central hall preserves Northern Song wooden architecture and is a must-visit for ancient architecture enthusiasts.

Nanjixiang Temple is located in Pingchuan Village, Liyi Town, Lingchuan County. Its central hall is a wooden structure from the Northern Song period, and its beams and bracket sets preserve early characteristics. The rear hall and side halls are surviving structures from the Jin, Yuan, Ming, and Qing periods. The temple also has notable murals. It is a key national cultural heritage site. Few visitors come here, and the atmosphere is quiet, which suits architecture enthusiasts. The site is remote and requires a car. Opening conditions are subject to on-site information.

Opening hours

About 08:30–17:00

Song dynasty architecture · Ancient temple · Historic architecture

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