Xiangyan Temple, Xichuan
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A Tang-dynasty monastery, the retreat of National Teacher Huizhong, with Ming and Qing halls rising tier by tier up the mountain. It is a national key cultural heritage site overlooking Danjiang Lake.
Xiangyan Temple stands on Baiya Mountain in Cangfang Town, Xichuan County. It was founded in the Tang dynasty as the monastic base of National Teacher Huizhong, who served under Emperors Suzong and Daizong. Emperor Daizong bestowed the name “Xiangyan Changshou Temple.” The surviving Ming and Qing buildings rise tier by tier along the mountain, including the Weituo Hall, the Great Hall, the Dharma Hall and the Sutra Library. Its murals and stone inscriptions are well preserved, and it is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. Admission varies, so check on site. Allow 1.5 hours, and combine it with the nearby Zuochan Valley.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Zuochan Valley
- Danjiang Grand View Garden
- Taocha Canal Head (South-North Water Diversion)
- Neixiang County Yamen
- Xixia Dinosaur Relics Park
- Huazhou Academy
- Baotianman
- Shifosi Jade Carving Market, Zhenping