Laozu Temple
老祖寺
A thousand-year-old temple in the Ziyun Mountains of northern Huangmei, surrounded by mountains and dense forest, and quieter than the Sizu and Wuzu temples.
Laozu Temple lies in the Ziyun Mountains in the north of Huangmei County. According to legend, Master Qiansui Baozhang founded the temple during the Eastern Han dynasty, and it is known as “Laozu.” Its history predates the Sizu and Wuzu temples. After recent reconstruction, the halls are built against the mountain, surrounded by hills and ancient trees, and it is much cooler here than in the valley in summer. Admission is free, and with few visitors it is well suited to quiet reflection. The temple is about 30 km from Huangmei County town, and the mountain roads have many bends. It can be combined with a visit to the Nuobuyuan summer resort.
Opening hours
About 07:00–17:00